Svalöv Municipality is hiring a Social Worker for Children and Youth

Svalöv Municipality – strategically located within the Family of Helsingborg – offers proximity, optimism, and a favorable climate for work and life. Good transportation links make it easy to commute. Approximately 14,500 residents live here.

We who work here are a team with extensive experience and commitment to social work and our citizens. We are now looking to strengthen our team with an additional social worker and seek a colleague who can thrive and contribute!

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JOB DESCRIPTION

As a social worker for children and youth, you will work independently, in pairs, and as part of a team where we support each other. In your role, you will conduct investigations regarding children aged 0-20 according to the Social Services Act and LVU. You will follow up on approved and ongoing interventions.

In your role, you have the ability to meet people with different needs. You listen, communicate, and resolve conflicts constructively. You enjoy the collaboration and responsibilities that the role entails and thrive in teamwork. You collaborate externally with authorities and organizations, as well as other stakeholders. In your work, you use research-based methods with the aim that the right intervention reaches the right person at the right time. You are interested in development work and keep yourself updated with current research in the field, both independently and together with the team. You value knowledge and enjoy being part of the development with the child's best interests in focus. You are curious and want to explore further avenues in light of the new Social Services Act, where social services can find more opportunities to provide the qualitative support needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone with a degree in social work and experience in public authority functions. It is an advantage if you have training in BBIC, child and youth development, attachment patterns, and investigative work. Experience in children's conversations, solution-focused conversation methods, and other conversation techniques is also advantageous. You have a good ability to express yourself both verbally and in writing and can create understanding even in complicated situations.

As a person, you are self-assured, curious, proactive, and have a strong interest in social work. You stay updated on the legislative conditions where we will now have changed opportunities. You must be able to express yourself well in speech and writing and have good communication skills. You want to work in a learning-oriented and curious manner, with the ability to create good relationships and collaboration. You see the whole picture and take into account the larger perspective, contributing to predictability and continuity. You easily see the child's perspective and communicate clearly in your role. You ensure that messages are conveyed and that expectations are clear for all parties involved. You adapt easily to changing circumstances and see opportunities in changes while maintaining a realistic perspective on situations. You work family-oriented and involve families and important adults, ensuring that both children and networks are engaged in the change process.

A driver's license is required.

Does this sound like an exciting assignment? Do not wait to apply as we will be recruiting continuously during the application period.

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