Program Leader (Treatment Program) at Swedish Prison and Probation Service Mariestad

Kriminalvården · Full-time

Rödjan, Mariestad, Sweden

About the Swedish Prison and Probation Service The Swedish Prison and Probation Service is growing – we are building new facilities, renovating, and expanding, and we are now seeking additional staff. Our most important goal is to reduce recidivism – to break the vicious cycle. When we succeed, society becomes safer and more secure for everyone. We are the authority responsible for prisons, probation services, remand facilities, and prisoner transportation. The Mariestad operational area encompasses the closed prison Johannesberg, the country's largest open prison Rödjan, and Mariestad Remand Facility. Mariestad currently has approximately 360 employees distributed across various professional categories and competencies. Construction has recently begun on a new closed prison scheduled to be operational in 2027. Job Description As an important part of efforts to prevent recidivism and work according to the Swedish Prison and Probation Service's vision "Better Out," comprehensive program activities are conducted for clients both in groups and individually. Treatment programs are manual-based and conducted with high quality and in accordance with evidence-based practice principles. They are primarily based on cognitive behavioral therapy and social learning theory. As a program leader, you work with group treatment for a number of inmates with emphasis on group process, but also individually depending on which program the client is to complete. Within the Mariestad operational area, various programs are conducted, including programs aimed at clients whose criminal behavior is linked to substance abuse or clients who have committed crimes against their partner, former partner, or close relatives. The programs used within our operational area include problem-solving, social skills, Life Goals and Self-Control, Preventing Domestic Violence (Predov) individual program, Relationship Violence Program (RVP) individual program, and Krimfokus, which is a CBT program conducted in groups based on areas the participants need to work with. The varied program offering means that you will simultaneously lead several different programs. The program leader's main responsibilities are to plan, lead, develop, and follow up on program activities at prisons Johannesberg and Rödjan together with correctional officers and other program leaders. Together with other staff, you are responsible for security and order matters during treatment work. Good cooperation with both other program leaders and prison staff is important. The position also includes administrative tasks. Qualifications We are seeking someone who is confident, stable, and has self-awareness. You have the ability to communicate clearly and work easily with other people. In stressful situations, you remain calm and have the ability to make correct assessments and prioritizations. You have a good understanding of how people acquire knowledge and adapt your way of conveying information based on the recipient's circumstances. You must also have a physical condition that allows you to act physically if the situation requires it. To thrive and succeed in your assignment, it is important that you share the Swedish Prison and Probation Service's fundamental values of a humane view of humanity, respect for the individual, and the belief that people are capable of development. You are also aware of and understand how background, culture, and group affiliation affect you and others. Furthermore, you are expected through your approach to contribute to everyone being treated equitably. We place great emphasis on personal suitability. We are seeking someone who has: Complete upper secondary education Good knowledge of the Swedish language in both speech and writing It is also advantageous to have: Post-secondary education focused on treatment, behavioral science, or other experience that the Swedish Prison and Probation Service deems relevant Swedish Prison and Probation Service Program Leader Training Experience in client-facing work at the Swedish Prison and Probation Service and approved basic training Experience leading groups Knowledge and experience leading any of the programs: Preventing Domestic Violence (Predov) program, Relationship Violence Program (RVP), Krimfokus Other client-facing work experience in care and treatment or social work Relevant language skills Other Information The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has chosen to remove the cover letter and replaced it with selection questions relevant to the position. Answers to the selection questions and your CV will form the basis for determining whether you are qualified to advance in the process. To be considered for employment at the Swedish Prison and Probation Service, you must meet high standards regarding suitability, judgment, security and confidentiality awareness, and comply with applicable laws. This means you uphold democratic values and the state values that govern the Swedish Prison and Probation Service's operations. Certain positions are classified in a security class, and a security clearance with record check will be conducted before an employment decision is made. For certain security-classified positions, Swedish citizenship is required. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Read more about security clearance here: https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/sakerhetsprovning-vid-rekrytering/ The position may involve war placement at the Swedish Prison and Probation Service. Read more about war placement here: https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/krigsplacering/ Individual salary setting applies. Probationary employment may be applied. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service strives for an equal gender distribution and increased diversity. To submit your application, click on the application link in the ad. Questions about how to apply and upload your CV should be directed to Varbi. Questions about specific positions will be answered by the contact person indicated in the ad. We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies and sellers of job ads. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has contracted agreements.