Social Worker for SoL under 65 years

Government operations constitute the pathway for citizens to receive needs-assessed services within Support and Care, and we work on delegation from the Individual and Family Committee.

Our mission is to inform and meet citizens, and based on applications or reports, investigate, assess needs, and decide on services for individuals in need of social services support and assistance. The mission should be based on the committee's goal of strengthening the individual's ability to live an independent life.

We have an overarching responsibility to establish forecasts and identify new needs for services by monitoring the development of needs and inflow in the municipality. This serves as a basis for planning and development, both in the short and long term. The legal framework primarily relevant to our unit is the Social Services Act, but we have close collaboration with colleagues who make decisions according to LSS. We work closely with colleagues in other units and operations to meet the needs of users and achieve the goal of increased independence.

Do you want to make a difference for the citizens of Umeå municipality?

Do you have experience in investigation and needs assessment according to the Social Services Act? Are you attracted by the idea of being involved in developing working methods with colleagues? Are you particularly passionate about supporting individuals with disabilities or mental health issues?

Within the government operations at Umeå municipality, we have focused on coordination and collaboration, both within the operational area and with other partners. Based on the new Social Services Act, there will be exciting development work within the entire administration and municipality in the coming years. In the unit, you will have colleagues with high competence, responsibility, and a great deal of consideration for one another.

Your Responsibilities

As a social worker within SoL, you will:

• Receive applications and reports and conduct investigations, assessments, and decisions according to applicable legislation
• Follow up on decisions and services and handle any appeals in court
• Provide advice and support to individuals in vulnerable life situations and motivate change based on their individual needs
• Collaborate with both internal colleagues and external partners to ensure a holistic and legally secure handling
• Participate in the development work of the operation to contribute to quality improvement and more efficient processes

About You

We are looking for someone with a degree in social work and experience in investigation and needs assessment according to the Social Services Act. We would like you to have experience working with individuals with disabilities.

In this role, you will often meet individuals in vulnerable situations, which requires you to be secure and stable. You take initiative, work independently, and can be flexible when circumstances change rapidly. We are looking for someone who wants to contribute to the development of the operation and a good work environment, who collaborates well and has the ability to see both the individual's needs and the larger context. Since collaboration between our units is central, you see this as a natural part of your work. Your personal suitability is very important to us.

The position requires you to express yourself fluently in spoken and written Swedish and have a B driver's license. Smoking and pets may be present during home visits, so you should not be allergic.

Due to the law on suitability checks, a criminal record extract must be presented upon employment.

Warm welcome with your application!

About Umeå Municipality

Umeå Municipality is the largest employer in the region with over 13,000 employees. The municipality has approximately 440 managers, and the operations are divided into eight administrations. Our jobs and our values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvement. Umeå is a cultural city in constant development. To achieve the goal of 200,000 inhabitants by 2050, we need more people working for growth and welfare. We know that diversity enriches and welcome everyone to apply for a job with us. In the next ten years, we will hire around a thousand employees each year. Do you want to be one of us?

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