Social Secretary (Temporary Position)

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1 position(s). We are now seeking a Social Secretary for the Livelihood Unit. The Livelihood Unit in Falun Municipality is organized within the Employment and Social Services Administration, under the Employment section together with the Labor Market Unit and two additional units offering work training and internship placements. The Livelihood Unit is led by a Unit Manager and an Assistant Unit Manager. The unit consists of a total of approximately 40 employees divided into four teams, each led by a Team Leader. The Livelihood Unit works to investigate the right to assistance under the Social Services Act and support citizens in becoming self-sufficient. Based on a respectful approach, the Livelihood Unit works with the goal of helping individuals achieve self-sufficiency. The unit also houses the Refugee Reception, where the work involves receiving newly arrived Falun residents who have been granted residence permits and supporting them in establishing themselves in their new hometown. The Livelihood Unit's work is based on the Employment and Social Services Administration's values. We start from the equal value of all people and respectful treatment. We recognize the importance of everyone's participation, which is evident in our commitment, a solution-focused approach, and trust in the individual's own abilities. Residents should be able to expect quick and accessible information and advice from the very first contact. Work Tasks As a Social Secretary with us, you will offer guidance and support related to the goal of self-sufficiency based on citizens' needs. In this role, it is important to meet people with dignity, respect, and quality with requirements for documentation and legal certainty. The work involves investigating the right to financial assistance and processing applications under the Social Services Act and similarly evaluating other possible support measures. The position involves a relatively high degree of independent work with legislation, guidelines, and practice, and you need to be able to handle unforeseen situations. The work also involves documentation as well as written and verbal communication. As an employee with us, you are offered structured introduction, internal case supervision, and support. Qualifications For this role, the following are required: A degree in Social Work or another behavioral science university degree that the employer deems equivalent Good ability to express yourself in Swedish, both orally and in writing Basic computer skills Personal Qualities We are looking for someone with a positive attitude and commitment who wants to contribute to our operations. To thrive in this position, we see that you are service-oriented, confident, empathetic, attentive, and accommodating in your interactions. You have an interest in and ability to support change. Furthermore, we see that you need to be thorough and organized in your work with the ability to prioritize activities and meet deadlines. It is also important to us that you have good teamwork skills, easily build trusting relationships, and that you are responsive and resolve conflicts constructively. We are also looking for someone who is development-oriented, knowledge-seeking, self-driven, and has good judgment. You have the ability to express yourself well verbally. Desirable Qualifications Experience in social work, work with financial assistance, or authority work according to the Social Services Act Knowledge of the social security system Knowledge of the Treserva case management system Terms of Employment The position is a temporary assignment from September 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027. Please attach educational certificates to your application as these will be requested if you become a candidate for the position. Alternatively, certificates can be provided in connection with the interview. Other Information When you submit your application, you will be asked to answer selection questions based on the requirements for the position. Your answers are an important part of the initial selection, so make sure to answer thoroughly and clearly. In your application, you should attach your CV, but you should not send a cover letter – the selection questions replace this. For this recruitment, we have made a decision regarding recruitment channels, and therefore we ask that you refrain from offering staffing services, advertising, and recruitment assistance. We only accept applications through our recruitment system in accordance with GDPR. If you have problems completing your application, you are welcome to contact [email protected] Employment Type: Fixed-term employment. Duration: 6 months or longer.1 position(s). We are now seeking a Social Secretary for the Livelihood Unit. The Livelihood Unit in Falun Municipality is organized within the Employment and Social Services Administration, under the Employment section together with the Labor Market Unit and two additional units offering work training and internship placements. The Livelihood Unit is led by a Unit Manager and an Assistant Unit Manager. The unit consists of a total of approximately 40 employees divided into four teams, each led by a Team Leader. The Livelihood Unit works to investigate the right to assistance under the…

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Falun

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23. 7. 2026

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