Welcome to the land of islands and lakes!

Here in Oskarshamn, you can experience the tranquility of warmth and safety and find your energy in the closeness and community. We take pride in being the country’s fourth richest municipality in islands, with over 6,000 islands in our archipelago and in our 500 lakes. Whether you are looking for relaxation or adventure, Oskarshamn has something to offer. With the sea as a backdrop and the scent of pine around the corner, it is easy to fall in love and settle down.

In Oskarshamn, you can grow and develop. With large employers in industry and technology, driven entrepreneurs, and small business owners, Oskarshamn offers a thriving business community and exciting opportunities. The proximity between countryside, city, sea, and forest provides all the conditions to live safely and comfortably, with time to pursue passions and dreams.

Welcome to drop anchor in Oskarshamn municipality.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

As a case officer in the authority unit, your main tasks will be to initiate cases, gather information, investigate, make assessments, make decisions, and follow up on interventions according to the Social Services Act.

You will conduct home visits and participate in coordinated planning.

The work involves extensive contacts with individuals, their relatives or representatives, as well as collaboration with both internal and external actors.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone who wants to contribute with their expertise and preferably has experience in public authority operations. We would like you to have previous experience in social psychiatry and/or LSS.

You have a degree in social work or another higher education that the employer assesses as equivalent. You work independently and in a structured manner by planning and organizing your work. You have a problem-solving analytical ability and can handle complex issues based on current legislation. You are flexible and have good communication skills.

Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability.

A valid driver's license (B) is required.

The position is a fixed-term employment for 13 months.

OTHER

To ensure the quality of the recruitment process and enable good communication with our applicants, we ask you to apply via the application link and not via email or paper format.

We have a smoke-free working time.

We offer a flexible wellness agreement.

Ongoing recruitment is taking place, so apply today.

We kindly decline offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this position.

Please read more at https://oskarshamn.com/ (https://oskarshamn.com/)

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