Social Worker for the Investigation Unit for Children and Families, Units 1 and 2

Eskilstuna kommun · Vollzeit

Alva Myrdals gata 3D, Eskilstuna, Schweden

Do you want meaningful and varied work where you really make a difference for children, young people, and their families? Do you have experience in public administration and are comfortable handling both acute situations and longer processes? We are now looking for new colleagues. In the Investigation Units for Children and Families, we work with cases within individual and family care (IFO) for children and young people ages 0–20. We work to create social security for children, young people, and adults with the goal of achieving social sustainability. We are an important part of the municipality's work for increased security, where our mission is to prevent and counteract risk factors such as norm-breaking behavior, mental illness, and children witnessing violence. When working with children and young people with norm-breaking and acting-out behavior, we use evidence-based assessment instruments such as EARL, SAVRY, and ERASOR. We also have two employees in the Social Workers at Police assignment and two SIG coordinators (social intervention groups). We also have several senior case handlers who support other social workers in case processes. With us you get close leadership and thorough orientation. We work with protective factors and value psychological safety highly. 5 position(s). WORK TASKS As a social worker in the investigation unit, you work with public administration according to applicable legislation and apply a systems theory perspective supported by the Signs of Safety approach. With the user in focus and normalization as the starting point, the task is to describe, analyze, and assess needs. By conducting motivation work and working so that more children can remain in their home environment, we have a case process with enhanced home-based care with qualified interventions in the home. The work involves investigating and documenting applications and reports according to the Social Services Act, conducting safety assessments, making well-founded and quality-assured decisions. You follow up on interventions and placements, prepare cases according to LVU and LVM, and receive new applications and reports. The role also includes appearing in administrative court and presenting cases in the board, with support from the team leader if needed. Collaboration also occurs through participation in external meetings. The announcement has been extended until September 13. Selection and interviews are ongoing, so don't delay submitting your application! QUALIFICATIONS We are looking for someone who is a fully educated social worker or has relevant education that has been validated (the National Board of Health and Welfare's eligibility requirements for social workers: 7.5 hp social work basic level, 7.5 hp social work advanced/continuing level, 7.5 hp social law, 7.5 hp psychology). The Social Services Act and LVU form the foundation of your work and your knowledge in these areas is important. Documentation is a natural part of daily work and therefore you need to have good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written. For us it is important that you are interested in social work and go to work because you want to and dare to make a difference for vulnerable people in society. If you have experience and knowledge about the target group, it is particularly meriting. Since travel is part of the position, you must have a Class B driving license. We are looking for someone who is confident in yourself and seeks meaningful and varied work. You have the ability to see the whole picture in investigation work and what is important for the investigation. Your openness and interest in listening to others contributes to building good relationships with those you meet. You are organized and stress-resilient but flexible in your planning. The workload varies and you need to be able to handle cases of a more acute nature. In crisis situations you act calmly and with composure. These positions require a certificate from the criminal records register. Do you want to be our new colleague? Submit your application today; we work with ongoing selection, so don't wait too long! Salary form: Monthly salary. Employment type: Permanent employment. Duration: Permanent, start date: According to agreement, as soon as possible. Work hours: Daytime. The Social Administration is responsible for work to create social security for children, young people, and adults. The goal is to work to achieve social sustainability. Within the Social Administration, qualified and well-developed social work is conducted. The administration's work includes both public administration as well as treatment and support measures for children, young people, adults, and families. Do you want to be part of leading the way? We offer a workplace that leads the way in one of Sweden's most sustainable municipalities. Together with competent and engaged colleagues, you are part of developing Eskilstuna through good sustainable meetings, guidance, and service. Through active and courageous employee participation and trustful and engaged leadership, you are part of driving change. You make a difference for people every day. We welcome employees with different backgrounds and work to make our workplaces accessible to all. During the interview, you will need to verify your citizenship. You can do this with a passport or a certificate of citizenship together with an ID document. If you are not a citizen of Sweden, the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, you must provide proof that you have a valid work permit or are exempt from the obligation to have a work permit. Employment can only take place after verification of the work permit, which is required according to the Aliens Ordinance. We ask you to apply for the position via the link in this announcement. It is important that you are careful when filling out your application as it forms the basis for our selection. If you have a protected identity, you apply by submitting your application in writing or leaving it at our reception at Alva Myrdals Gata 3 D. Mark your application with the Recruitment Unit and the announcement reference number.