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In Ljungby municipality, we shape the future together towards 35,000 inhabitants.

We who work here are open, forward-thinking, and we want to make a difference. Through engagement and collaboration, we create a municipality where people and businesses can grow and develop. Every employee here makes a difference for those who live and work here. Do you want to join us?

We are a municipality that focuses on safety and well-being. Through the initiative "A municipality free from violence," we actively work to prevent and counteract violence in society – for a safer future for all. At the same time, we prioritize a good business climate and see service and responsiveness as crucial factors for sustainable development.

Our latest employee survey shows that 95% of our employees find their job meaningful, 82% feel they are developing, and 83% would recommend us as an employer. Additionally, 96% believe that their manager trusts their work. Trust-based governance and leadership are the foundation of our organization – and a key to our success together.

Read more about us as an employer at www.ljungby.se/jobb (http://www.ljungby.se/jobb).

The workgroup that handles authority matters regarding children and youth currently consists of two senior social workers, two intake secretaries, and 14 social workers. The group is divided into two parts. One part primarily works with children aged 0-11 and their families, while the other primarily works with youth aged 12-20 and their families. We support each other in both groups and often work together on cases. We have a competent and experienced workgroup. We are located in good premises centrally in Ljungby, and everyone has their own office room.

We are currently looking for someone who primarily wants to work with children aged 0-11 and their families.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a social worker focusing on children and youth, you will handle cases according to SoL, LVU, and LBSB. You will work with investigations and follow-ups of cases, both regarding open care contacts and institutional placements. The tasks are varied, and you have a great opportunity to influence and plan your own work. In this role, you will closely collaborate with other parts of IFO and with external actors such as preschools/schools, police, and health care.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone with a degree in social work or equivalent, preferably with previous experience in social services. Experience in authority matters concerning children and youth is an advantage.

We place great emphasis on personal suitability and good collaboration skills. We want you to promote a positive work environment and development within social services. You should have an open and trust-building approach and be confident in your professional role. To thrive as a social worker with us, you need to be structured in your work style, but you should also be flexible and not afraid to think outside the box. As a person, you are social and have the ability to create trusting relationships.

It is a requirement that you express yourself well in both speech and writing and that you have a B driver's license. It is a plus if you are familiar with Signs of Safety.

OTHER

You apply for the position via Offentliga Jobb.

Grades and certificates do not need to be attached to the application but should be brought to a possible interview.

For us, work-life balance is important! We want our employees to be able to combine work with family and leisure, which is why we apply flexible working hours in the areas where it allows. We offer the possibility of vacation exchange, subsidized annual passes with Länstrafiken, wellness grants, and much more. As an employee, you have free membership in the staff club, which provides opportunities for free training and swimming at nearby fitness facilities and adventure baths, as well as the chance to participate in other activities.

Ljungby municipality offers relocation services. This means a number of services designed to make it easier to change living environments and move to our municipality.

Email inflyttarservice@ljungby.se (mailto:inflyttarservice@ljungby.se) if you want to know more about how we can assist you with your move to Ljungby municipality.

In Ljungby municipality, we apply a smoke-free working time.

The municipality takes responsibility for the entire recruitment process and therefore requests no calls from recruitment agencies or advertising sellers.