Vacant job

Do you want to work in an organization that makes a difference – while also taking on operational leadership responsibility?

Hemstaden is now looking for a social worker in Växjö with extended responsibility in daily operations. This is a role for you who want to combine client work with leadership, structure, and quality development.

About Hemstaden

Since 2018, Hemstaden has offered protection, security, and qualified support to women, men, children, and families affected by:

• violence in close relationships
• honor-related violence and oppression
• threats, stalking, and other vulnerabilities

We work according to our values: professionalism, security, respect, empathy, and legal certainty.

Hemstaden has:

• Applied for IVO permission
• Collective agreement
• Certification according to ISO 9001 (quality)
• Certification according to ISO 14001 (environment)

About the position

You will work both with client contact and operational responsibility, where you:

• Conduct supportive conversations, crisis management, and safety planning.
• Collaborate with social services, healthcare, schools, and legal actors.
• Document according to applicable guidelines and ensure legally secure processes.
• Lead parts of the operational work in the organization.
• Ensure that routines, guidelines, and legal requirements are followed.
• Supervise and support colleagues as needed.
• Actively work with development work and the quality management system (ISO 9001 & 14001).

Working hours are mainly weekdays from 8 AM to 5 PM, with some requirement for flexibility.

We are looking for someone who has

• A degree in social work.
• Experience working with victims of violence or other vulnerable groups.
• A secure, stable, and independent working style.
• Good collaboration skills and professional communication.
• A driver's license.
• Interest in leadership and structure.

Meritorious

• Previous leadership responsibility or managerial role.
• Education in leadership and/or leadership development.
• Language skills beyond Swedish.
• Training in Trappan, MI, or other conversation methodologies.
• Experience with quality management systems, especially ISO.

We offer

• A developing assignment where you both support individuals and strengthen the organization.
• A competent and committed workgroup.
• Supervision, training, and continuous professional development.
• Collective agreement, wellness allowance, and flexible working hours.
• An ISO-certified organization where quality and security are in focus.
• Opportunity to grow into a clearer leadership responsibility over time.

Application

Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]

by January 31, 2026.

Recruitment is ongoing.

Welcome to Hemstaden in Växjö!