Russinbacken HVB Seeks Treatment Counselors!

Russinbacken HVB serves young men ages 16-20 with substance abuse and addiction issues, often combined with criminal behavior and other psychosocial challenges. The facility's goal is to provide structured, secure, and long-term interventions that strengthen individuals' capacity for change, stability, and a functional daily life. Russinbacken operates a primary care residential program with 16 placements divided between two houses. Three treatment counselors work in close collaboration in a structured daily environment with a clear focus on individual treatment plans. Work is conducted using evidence-based and structured methods. Treatment is grounded in a 12-step program adapted for youth and incorporates motivational interviewing (MI) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Additionally, manual-based programs are used such as Criminality as a Lifestyle, Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT), and Lokahi. We are now recruiting both permanent staff and temporary substitute counselors! Who Are We Looking For? To succeed in this role, we see that you are a secure and stable person with a strong ability to work independently and goal-oriented. You have understanding of complex life situations and behaviors stemming from them. You are confident in various situations and can meet the young people with empathy and stability. Working in a structured and goal-oriented manner closely with colleagues and supervisors is essential and a prerequisite for a secure and safe work environment and for the treatment of the placed youth. Great weight is placed on personal suitability. Requirements Minimum 2 years of post-secondary education in social treatment work, behavioral science, or equivalent Experience in psychosocial work Strong ability to express yourself verbally and in writing B-class driver's license Certificate from the suspicion and criminal record registry for residential care facilities Merits Motivational Interviewing (MI) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Criminality as a Lifestyle Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) Lokahi Documentation experience Additional Information For questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Facility Manager Jessika Jansson: 070-3726007 [email protected] 📍Russinbacken's treatment home is located in Långshyttan, two miles from Hedemora in beautiful Dalarna. Applications are processed on a rolling basis and the position may be filled before the final application deadline, so please submit your application as soon as possible, but no later than September 30. We look forward to your application! About the Employer - Villbergagruppen AB Villbergagruppen takes a comprehensive approach to meeting young people who need support in life. By adapting housing, education, and treatment to the individual, we want to give our residents and students the opportunity for a meaningful life. We currently operate several residential care facilities, a school for students in grades 7-9, and housing under LSS 9§9. At several locations in central Sweden, we also offer support housing for youth ages 17-20. Recently, the organization has also expanded to include enhanced foster care for children and youth, and LSS housing with protection for those in need of shelter due to violence, threats, or oppression.

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