Primary Social Secretary, Resource and Placement Group

Do you want to become our new colleague? In Motala, Östergötland's lake city, we are open, proud, and innovative. Our municipality is the right place to contribute, develop, and thrive. With a responsible mission, we adapt to changes and act for the development of sustainable lake city life in Motala Municipality. Together we make life better! The Social Services Department is responsible for interventions, support, and services to individuals and families in the municipality. Our operations are primarily governed by the Social Services Act, the LSS Act, and the Health and Medical Services Act, and shall implement interventions regulated by these laws. All operations are permeated by the individual at the center to meet the individual's needs. The assignment involves strong customer focus and service mindset. At Individual and Family Care, public authority matters are handled within various areas of social services. There is also outpatient care for adults, children, and families. We are a workplace with approximately 180 employees, both men and women of varying ages and years of experience in the profession. We strive for a workplace with lawful case handling for our clients/users and a good work environment for our employees. Our vision is that everyone should feel satisfied in their contact with us. To create work joy, good quality in work, and a good work environment, we offer clear leadership, a clear and known salary policy, pleasant and fit-for-purpose facilities, a safe workplace, and flexible hours. 1 position(s). DUTIES Lead and distribute daily work regarding recruitment, investigation, and follow-up of contractors such as foster families, contact persons, HVB homes, etc., according to applicable legislation based on the Social Services Act, LVU, LVM, and LSS. Guide and support case handlers in their daily work. Manage and develop the work and employees so they meet the requirements and expectations placed on the unit and can also provide intended service and quality to contractors. Cooperate with both internal and external parties. Work for a good work climate and be available for support and advice. QUALIFICATIONS Sociology degree or other university education that the employer deems equivalent. Category B driver's license You organize and plan your work well, work according to a clear process where you complete what you start. You set timeframes and meet deadlines. You follow set goals, set your own, work toward them, and focus on results. You are guided by goal and results thinking in prioritizations, planning, and actions. You change your direction when goals change. You are confident in yourself, stand up for your opinions, and have the courage to speak up when needed. You have the ability to distinguish between the issue and the person, and can feel secure even in uncertain situations. You take active initiative in social settings, step forward, and have an easy time creating new relationships and maintaining relationships. Salary form: Monthly salary. Employment type: Permanent employment. Duration, start date: October 1, 2026 or by agreement. Permanent. Working hours: Office hours with flexible agreement Read more about our benefits and working in Motala Municipality at motala.se/arbete. For more information about the municipality, you can visit motala.se Appointment is subject to appropriate decisions. Please note that we do not accept direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies with which we do not have agreements, or sellers of additional job postings.

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