Social Secretary for the Child and Youth Unit

Filipstads kommun · plný úvazek

Hantverksgatan 22, Filipstad, Švédsko

Description Are you a trained social worker looking for a job filled with opportunities and challenges? Then perhaps you are the employee we are looking for! At IFO Children and Youth, we work to create even better conditions for conducting professional investigative work where we place the best interests of children and young people at the center. The Child and Youth Unit consists of just over 20 employees who work with investigations and follow-up of interventions for children and youth between 0-21 years old, family law, and various forms of family treatment. We are now seeking an investigator for the work group. As an employee, you will have continuous support with cases from your immediate supervisor, senior social secretary, and colleagues. During 2026, we are beginning implementation of Signs of Safety. We offer the opportunity to work from home when possible based on the assignment and work group. Job Responsibilities The position involves investigating the situation of children and young people under the Social Services Act (SoL) and the Care of Young Persons Act (LVU). Ongoing documentation is part of the position. The work may involve longer travels. Qualifications We are looking for someone with a degree in social work and experience in social work. You have experience exercising government authority, preferably regarding children and youth. You have a strong commitment to the needs of children and young people, and you are confident in yourself and your professional competence. You plan, organize, and prioritize your work so that you can carry out your assignment within the specified timeframe. With humility and attentiveness, you recognize others' strengths and build good relationships with clients, colleagues, and our partners. Furthermore, you are comfortable using and learning new IT systems, and you need to have a valid Class B driver's license to work with us. Terms For this position, providing a valid extract from the Police Register is a prerequisite for employment. We conduct interviews continuously during the application period, so submit your application today! Welcome with your application! In Filipstad you will find a calm environment and beautiful nature. We offer active community life and opportunities for many leisure activities, both cultural and sports activities. Filipstad Municipality is a major employer with approximately 1,100 permanent employees. Here we invest in our employees, for example by offering a wide range of free training and wellness activities; read more about this at www.filipstad.se/friskvard Living in Filipstad is easy! Learn more about how you can get more out of life by working and living in Filipstad at movetofilipstad.se. We also have good commuting options by bus (for example, Filipstad - Karlstad). To ensure quality in the recruitment process and simplify communication with our applicants, we ask you to submit your application digitally and not via e-mail or paper format. We decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this announcement.