Coordinator for the New Future Focus Initiative

Linköpings kommun · Full-time

Sankt Larsgatan 46, Utbildningsförvaltningen, Linköping, Sweden

Would you like to be the one who gives young people a new chance at a meaningful future? As a coordinator at Future Focus, you will make a real difference for youth who need strengthened support to take the next step toward education and employment. Your Responsibilities The Future Focus project is a new important initiative for young people in Linköping. The project started in January 2026 and targets individuals aged 16–20 who are outside school and work. As a coordinator, you will work to support them toward a meaningful future. According to the Education Act, the municipality has an activity responsibility that includes contacting young people who choose not to attend upper secondary school and offering them appropriate measures, of which the Future Focus initiative is intended to be a part. Your main task is to help young people establish routines and increase their participation in the program, with progression from approximately 2 to 10 hours per week. The role involves you: Creating meaningful activities and supporting young people in establishing routines and finding purpose in their daily lives. Planning and implementing daily activities that may include getting to know one another, social interaction, and study visits. Providing individual support through conversations and preparations for internships or continued schooling. Systematically documenting attendance, activities, and progress. Participating in regular check-ins and collaboration meetings with KAA and other partners. You will work in a close team together with a colleague. Together, you will support a number of young people during their time in the Future Focus program. Your Workplace The new Future Focus initiative works closely with the Municipal Activity Responsibility (KAA) in Linköping. You will collaborate with the operations manager/principal at Linnégymnasiet 1, whose close collaboration with KAA and its leadership ensures strong support and a shared direction. The location is in a space at Linnégymnasiet consisting of two rooms and a kitchen. The proximity to the school is a major advantage, as it allows young people to easily explore the school environment without having to navigate the entire school. The work environment will be characterized by strong commitment and close collaboration to support young people in difficult situations. Linköping Municipality's investment through the Future Focus project is from a societal perspective, with the goal of supporting as many young people as possible to move forward in employment and feel they have a meaningful future. We hope you want to be part of driving this important initiative! About You We are looking for someone with education in behavioral science, special education, social pedagogy, or similar education that we as an employer find equivalent. It is a requirement that you have several years of experience working with young people aged 16–20 where, in many cases, there are issues related to absenteeism, ADHD, and mental health. It is a merit if your experience is from working with young people who are outside school and work. It is a requirement that you have good communication skills in spoken and written Swedish. This is because communication, both oral and written, with young people and other actors is a large part of the role. To succeed in the role, you also need to: Have developed collaboration skills where you actively participate in all types of meetings you are part of. Have the ability to communicate in a clear and well-articulated manner, ensuring that messages are conveyed and that expectations are communicated and followed up with relevant parties in the collaboration. Maintain a professional approach in interactions with young people, colleagues, and other actors. Your good insight into people's different circumstances enables you to skillfully adapt your way of conveying messages depending on the situation and the person you meet. Be comfortable with making quick decisions when necessary and acting on them. Thrive in a role where the work requires your ability to work both independently and together with others, as well as have the ability to plan and manage work in an efficient manner. Be passionate about working with young people and motivated by seeing them grow and make progress. Additional Information When you apply for a position in Linköping Municipality, you register your application by logging in via e-identification (such as BankID or FrejaID) instead of email. Don't have e-identification? Please contact the responsible HR consultant or manager, and they will help you register your application. Start Date: As soon as possible/By agreement Employment Type: Permanent employment Employment Level: 100% Number of Open Positions: 1 Ref. No.: 17780 No personal letter is required with this application. Your Commitment Makes Us Better Within Linköping Municipality, there are many opportunities, extensive knowledge, and various areas of responsibility. We work together where your sense of responsibility is a valuable driving force. With your commitment, you are helping to make Linköping even better.