Social Worker, Investigation Unit Child and Youth Services, Tierps Municipality

Tierps kommun · Full-time

Tierp, Sweden

Are you a social worker interested in working with children, youth, and their families? We are seeking a social worker for our investigation unit who wants to continue developing this important work and ensure that children and youth live in safe life situations. Tierps Municipality is strategically located between Uppsala and Gävle, with proximity to Stockholm, Arlanda, and the entire Mälarden region. The municipality offers diverse living environments with nature and culture accessible nearby, along with excellent transportation infrastructure by road, rail, and digital connectivity. Our values are central to who we are. We work based on respect, responsibility, customer focus, courage, and faith in the future. We apply trust-based leadership and management for strong relationships and confidence between managers and employees. With us, you are offered accessible leadership, regular supervision by a licensed psychotherapist, wellness benefits, vacation flexibility, and continuous training opportunities. Our employees have the option to work from home when needed. Tierps Municipality offers flexible working hours and you are invited to participate in ongoing activities through Positiva klubben. When you join us, we also provide an introduction plan with at least one mentor from your work group. Tierps Municipality works with the professional development program in collaboration with municipalities in the region. 1 position(s). JOB RESPONSIBILITIES As a social worker in the investigation unit, you work in various ways to ensure all children in the municipality thrive and grow up in safe conditions. Work as an investigator is varied and meaningful. As a social worker in the investigation unit, you work with children, youth, and their families in need of support and protection, with the aim of finding sustainable solutions. You conduct investigations according to SoL and LVU, as well as follow-up on approved interventions of shorter duration. Investigation and follow-up are conducted according to BBiC, based on current legislation and Tierps Municipality guidelines. The investigation unit works closely with other groups in the department, including the intake, follow-up, and foster care units. Our work environment is permissive with a high ceiling and the atmosphere is relaxed and informal with plenty of laughter. We believe that engagement is fostered through encouragement and trust. Therefore, we strive for a creative work environment with motivated employees who contribute to both dynamics and development. For us, collegial belonging and collegial support are important, where you work toward a respectful and pleasant work climate. We want to move forward and personal initiatives are encouraged. It is also important that our employees can have a good balance in life between private and work life. QUALIFICATIONS We are looking for someone who is a social worker and wants to contribute to meaningful meetings with children and youth and their families. Experience in public administration, thorough knowledge of BBiC, in-depth knowledge of the Social Services Act, and good documentation skills are advantageous. We place great emphasis on personal suitability. To thrive with us and in this role, you are curious, skilled at building relationships, and interested in people. You are organized and enjoy collaboration, but also have the ability to work independently. You have knowledge of children's needs and are passionate about contributing to quality work. Traveling and home visits are part of the position, so you need to hold a Class B driver's license for manual transmission vehicles. We welcome you to apply to a workplace where recent years' employee surveys show high satisfaction among staff. Employment type: Permanent employment. Duration: Permanent. Working hours: Daytime. We strive for diversity where our employees' backgrounds, experiences, knowledge, and personalities enrich the municipality. We recruit on an ongoing basis. We decline offers of advertising and recruitment assistance.