Bauskas novada pašvaldības iestāde "Bauskas novada Sociālais dienests" registration No. 90009403791 announces a competition for a SOCIAL WORKER FOR WORK WITH FAMILIES AND CHILDREN position in Vecumniekos for a fixed-term vacancy.
Key job responsibilities:
- Provide social work services to families with children;
- Assess the social situation of families, identify needs, resources and social problems, conduct home inspections;
- Create client files, work in the SOPA information system;
- Conduct risk assessments in families with children where conditions are unfavorable for child development;
- Develop intervention plans;
- Prepare reports for the guardianship court and other institutions upon request;
- Prepare draft decisions;
- Inform clients about decisions made;
- Work with the Support Information System for Minors (NPAIS);
- Develop inter-professional and inter-institutional cooperation.
Requirements for candidates:
- Second cycle higher education in social work or charitable social work (Social Services and Social Assistance Law, Article 41);
- Knowledge of work-related legislation of the Republic of Latvia and the European Union, ability to use internal regulatory acts;
- Understanding of the fundamental principles of providing social services and social assistance in Latvia;
- Skills in working with MS Office programs, the internet and email. Experience working with the SOPA program will be considered an advantage;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Good communication skills, empathy;
- High sense of responsibility, communication culture and accuracy;
- Understanding of the social needs of families, individuals and various social groups;
- Understanding of resource creation and mobilization for solving social problems;
- Ability to identify and analyze clients' social problems, their causes and consequences;
- Experience in social work or social work practice will be considered an advantage;
- Native level proficiency in the state language.
We offer:
- Employment for a fixed term;
- Monthly salary before tax payment: 1331 EUR;
- Social guarantees;
- Health insurance policy after the probation period;
- Responsible and interesting work in a dynamic work environment;
- Professional knowledge, skills and abilities development;
- A workplace in well-equipped premises;
- A responsive and knowledgeable team.
Applicants must submit:
- A motivated cover letter;
- A curriculum vitae;
- Copies of documents confirming education, and a copy of information about which academic degree or diploma in Latvia corresponds to the education document if obtained abroad;
- References/recommendations (if any);
- Copies of other documents (certificates, certifications) that the applicant considers necessary (relevant).
Applications marked "Application for SOCIAL WORKER FOR WORK WITH FAMILIES AND CHILDREN position vacancy" can be submitted by sending documents to the email address: [email protected]. Phone for inquiries: 27843112
Applications must be submitted by August 14, 2026 at 16:00; applications received after this deadline will not be evaluated.
Please note:
We will review applications from candidates who have submitted all required documents.
By applying for the announced position, you entrust your personal data to Bauskas novada pašvaldība. Detailed information about personal data processing aspects for this purpose can be found on the Bauskas novada pašvaldība website:Bauskas novada pašvaldības iestāde "Bauskas novada Sociālais dienests" registration No. 90009403791 announces a competition for a SOCIAL WORKER FOR WORK WITH FAMILIES AND CHILDREN position in Vecumniekos for a fixed-term vacancy.
Key job responsibilities:
- Provide social work services to families with children;
- Assess the social situation of families, identify needs, resources and social problems, conduct home inspections;
- Create client files, work in the SOPA information system;
- Conduct risk assessments in families with children where conditions are unfavorable for child…
Přehled
Typ
job
Stav
active
Viditelnost
public
Cena
1 331 € /měs
Město
Bauskas nov.
Adresa
LATVIJA, Rīgas iela 29A, Vecumnieki, Vecumnieku pag., Bauskas nov.