Are you ready for a new challenge as a social worker?

Östersund Municipality is now looking for social workers for the Welfare Unit. We promise a job where you make a real difference – every day.

About the Job

The Social and Labor Market Administration in Östersund Municipality is one of seven administrations and includes approximately 350 dedicated employees.

One of our sectors, Competence, Work and Welfare, is now looking for 2 social workers for the Welfare Unit. Here you will work together with 30 colleagues to create positive change in people's lives.

1 permanent position and 1 temporary position until 2026-10-31. Start date by agreement.

Your Responsibilities

With us, you will encounter a workday filled with variety and meaningful challenges. You will work in an educational and stimulating environment where your skills truly make a difference. We offer external supervision and support in your work so that you can develop in your professional role.

• Investigate and assess the right to financial assistance.
• Provide support and advice to those seeking help to become self-sufficient.
• Work closely with our citizens and build trusting relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues within the municipality to find the best solutions for individual needs.
• Cooperate with other actors to help individuals achieve their goals.
• Document and follow up cases according to applicable legislation.

Competencies

Requirements

• Good computer skills and experience working with digital systems.
• Excellent knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written.
• Good knowledge of current legislation.
• Personal suitability.

Meritorious

• Experience in authority exercise and collaboration with external actors.
• Familiarity with the operational system VIVA.
• Driver's license.
• Knowledge of languages other than Swedish.

We are looking for you..

We are looking for someone with a degree in social work and a strong commitment to helping others, who is a confident and engaged social worker with good collaboration skills and a genuine interest in people. You are stable and can remain calm even in challenging situations.

You are clear in your communication and build trust by being professional, respectful, and empathetic. Your flexibility allows you to thrive in a changing everyday environment where you find solutions based on both individual and organizational needs.

You have a good overall perspective and understand how social work is interconnected – from the individual level to the societal level – and how collaboration contributes to sustainable results. Together with colleagues, you contribute to a work environment characterized by engagement, professionalism, and care.

Apply now and become part of our unit!

If you want to make a difference in Östersund Municipality, submit your application today. We look forward to welcoming a new colleague who wants to contribute to our important work with welfare support.

The Recruitment Process

We ask that you attach your CV and cover letter to your application. Grades/certificates do not need to be sent with your application. We will ask you to provide these if you are selected for an interview.

Östersund Municipality has considered the choice of advertising channels before advertising and therefore requests no calls from recruitment firms or ad sellers.

What do we offer?

Östersund Municipality offers benefits such as paid vacation from the first year of employment, vacation exchange, wellness grants, or wellness hours. Through our benefits portal, you can access independent pension advice and a variety of discounts and offers. You can also receive quick and professional support from various specialists, such as psychologists, lawyers, and economists, through the Employee Support service. You can read more about our benefits on our website: https://www.ostersund.se/naringsliv-och-arbete/jobba-hos-oss/sa-har-jobbar-vi/lon-och-formaner.html (https://www.ostersund.se/naringsliv-och-arbete/jobba-hos-oss/sa-har-jobbar-vi/lon-och-formaner.html)

About the Social and Labor Market Administration

Working with heart means helping to create conditions for everyone in Östersund to live a simpler, richer, and safer life. With us, this can mean working with residents of all ages within open care, labor market, and social services. It is important. For real.