Swedish Prison and Probation Service is Growing – We Are Hiring!

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service is expanding – we are building new facilities, renovating, and seeking more employees. Our primary goal is to reduce recidivism – to break the cycle of crime. If we succeed, society will be safer for everyone. We are the authority responsible for prisons, probation, remand facilities, and client transport.

Read more about the probation service in Halmstad on our website: Probation Service Halmstad (https://www.kriminalvarden.se/kontakt/hitta-och-kontakta/verksamhet/frivardskontor/halmstad/#verksamhet)

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a program leader in the probation service, you will be employed as a probation inspector and work with treatment programs for clients currently in probation.

The position involves conducting program activities for clients across the entire operational area. You will be placed at a probation office, but may work in a different location from your colleagues and supervisor. You will work independently and support other program leaders with their clients. Daily tasks will primarily involve digital contact with clients, as well as participating in meetings such as progress meetings and other digital meetings.

The treatment programs are conducted with high quality and according to the principles of evidence-based practice. They are primarily based on cognitive behavioral therapy. We use treatment programs addressing crime, violence, substance abuse, and sexual and relationship violence. The combined program offerings mean that you will lead several different programs. Our program offerings mainly consist of individual programs, but group programs may also occur. Although the treatment programs are conducted individually, teamwork and participation in peer supervision are a significant part of the job.

The role includes close collaboration with the probation inspectors handling the cases, ensuring that the treatment program is integrated with other interventions during the client's enforcement period. The position also includes administrative tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone who is secure, stable, and has good self-awareness. You have a good understanding of how people absorb knowledge and adapt your way of conveying messages according to the recipient's conditions. In your professional practice, you demonstrate good judgment and integrity. As a probation inspector, you need to have good collaboration skills and be able to communicate clearly. You should also have a physical condition that allows you to act physically if the situation requires.

To thrive and succeed in your role, it is important that you share the Swedish Prison and Probation Service's fundamental values of a humane view of humanity, respect for the individual, and the belief that people can develop. You are also aware of and understand how background, culture, and group affiliation affect yourself and others. Furthermore, you are expected to contribute to ensuring that everyone is treated equally. We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

Requirements

• Academic degree (at least bachelor's level), preferably in behavioral science, law, social work, or social sciences, or another academic education combined with experience deemed relevant by the Swedish Prison and Probation Service.
• Good knowledge of the Swedish language in both speech and writing.
• Driver's license (B)?
• Good computer skills.

Meritorious

• Well-rated work experience in corrections, social care, psychiatry, or health and social care work
• Experience in correctional work
• Experience in investigative work
• Experience with digital tools
• Experience working with the target group of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service
• Experience with documentation and case management.
• Experience or interest in program activities

OTHER

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has chosen to remove the personal letter and replaced it with selection questions relevant to the position. The answers to the selection questions and CV will determine if you qualify to proceed in the process.

To be considered for employment with the Swedish Prison and Probation Service, you must meet high standards regarding suitability, judgment, security, and confidentiality awareness, and comply with applicable laws. This means standing up for democratic values and the state values that apply to the operations of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service.

Some positions are classified for security, and a security review with a background check will be conducted before a hiring decision is made. For certain security-classified positions, Swedish citizenship is required. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Read more about the security review at: Security Review (https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/sakerhetsprovning-vid-rekrytering/)

The position may involve military placement within the Swedish Prison and Probation Service. Read more about military placement at: Military Placement (https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/krigsplacering/)

Individual salary setting applies.

Probationary employment may be applied.

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service strives for a balanced gender distribution and increased diversity.

To submit your application, click on the application link in the advertisement. Questions about how to apply and submit your CV should be directed to Visma Recruit. Questions about specific jobs will be answered by the contact person indicated in the advertisement.

We kindly but firmly request no direct contact with staffing and recruiting companies or sellers of recruitment ads. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has contracted agreements.