Social Worker - Economic Assistance

Individual and Family Services is part of the Social and Education Administration in Ludvika Municipality. We have approximately 120 employees and, as of September 1, 2026, are organized into four units: the Support and Provision Unit, the Open Care Unit, the Children and Youth Unit, and the Labor Market and Integration Unit. Within IFO, both experienced and newly trained employees work together. We value a climate where we can learn from each other, share experiences, and collectively develop our work. As a new employee, you will receive an individually tailored introduction and access to mentors, which provides you with a secure start and support in your professional development. The Workplace As of September 1, 2026, the Support and Provision Unit consists of 26 dedicated and knowledgeable employees. The unit has a broad mandate and works with, among other things, economic assistance, domestic violence and honor-related violence and oppression, residential social contracts, personal funds administration, social practice, incorrect payments, probate notifications, and harmful use and addiction. The work environment is characterized by commitment, expertise, and collaboration. We work closely together and leverage the competence and experience within the work group. Cooperation is an important part of our work and occurs both within the municipality and with external partners. This creates a dynamic workday with many contact points and opportunities to develop alongside others. Work Duties As a social worker in economic assistance, you will have meaningful and varied work where you make a difference for people in different life situations. The position combines administrative authority with close and motivating work alongside the individual. You will have the opportunity to follow an individual's progress toward increased social and economic independence while developing within social work and administrative authority. In your role as a social worker for economic assistance, you will, among other things: Map and investigate the individual's situation and need for support. Work motivationally and supportively to help people achieve social and economic independence. Investigate, assess, and make decisions regarding the right to economic assistance based on applicable legislation, guidelines, and legal precedent. Cooperate with other actors, both within the municipality and with external partners, to create conditions for the individual's path toward independence. Qualifications Requirements We are seeking someone who has: A degree in social work or other education that the employer deems equivalent. Strong ability to express yourself in Swedish, both orally and in writing. A B driver's license, as travel is part of the position. Merits It is meritorious if you have: Experience with administrative authority in economic assistance Training and experience in Motivational Interviewing (MI) Experience working in the Lifecare management system Personal Qualities The work duties require high standards of personal responsibility, flexibility, and initiative. You need to work in a structured and independent manner while maintaining good collaborative skills and recognizing the value of seeking support from and contributing to your colleagues. You have a professional and respectful demeanor and enjoy meeting people in different and sometimes vulnerable life situations. You have the ability to build trust, work motivationally, and together with the individual find ways forward. We place great importance on personal suitability for the profession. What You Get From Us With us, you will work on exciting and socially important issues in a varied workday. You will become part of an organization that maintains important public functions for residents of Ludvika Municipality and will have the opportunity to contribute to the municipality's development. As an employee with us, you have access to wellness benefits, good opportunities for professional development, and the opportunity to convert unused vacation days. You can read more at ludvika.se under the section Work With Us. In Ludvika Municipality, we work according to our core values, Lagandan, which consists of four principles: Relationships, Joy, Learning, and Drive. It is based on cooperation and collaboration, a sense of unity, and a desire to continue developing. It is with Lagandan that we approach our mission and strive toward our vision of being the municipality of the future, growth, and possibilities. Employment Terms Employment Type: Permanent Scope: Full-time Working Hours: Daytime Start Date: By agreement Number of Positions: 1 Information Kajsa Tengström, Unit Manager, [email protected], 0240-869 55 Sara Spinks, Social Worker, [email protected], 0240-868 49 Linda Pettersson, Social Worker, [email protected], 0240-862 19 Elin Karlsson, Social Worker, [email protected], 0240-863 90 Employee Organizations: Akademikerförbundet SSR and Vision can be reached via the municipality's switchboard at 0240-860 00. Application Welcome to submit your application by September 13, 2026. Interviews will take place during week 39. We only accept applications through our recruitment system. If you have a protected identity, you should not apply here online. Contact us instead.

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