Vacant job

We are looking for someone who wants to be part of our journey towards a better everyday life, a stronger future, and increased quality of life for the residents of Perstorp. With us, you will have a workplace where joy, engagement, and development are a natural part of everyday life. We believe in thinking innovatively, working smart, and continuously improving together.

Perstorp Municipality is located in the heart of northern Skåne, in the dynamic Öresund region – one of Sweden's most expansive areas. Here, the closeness and safety of a small town combine with proximity to both nature experiences and larger cities. The municipality has approximately 7,300 residents and around 560 employees who together drive development forward.

We are proud of our strong business community and our focus on public health, sustainability, and quality of life. Here, there are good opportunities to influence, develop, and make a difference every day.

Description

Perstorp Municipality is looking for a committed and secure Child Investigator for the Social Services.

With us, you will work in a smaller municipality with short decision-making paths, close collaboration among colleagues, and good opportunities to make an impact. The position is a fixed-term full-time employment for the year 2026, with a possibility of extension. As a Child Investigator, you will work with authority exercises according to SoL and LVU and be responsible for investigating and following up on the needs of children and young people for support and protection. You will work closely with colleagues, families, and partners to create the best possible conditions for children and young people in the municipality.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities include, among others:

• Conducting child and youth investigations according to applicable legislation
• Conducting child interviews, home visits, and risk/protection assessments
• Establishing decisions, care plans, and implementation plans
• Documentation according to applicable laws and the organization's guidelines
• Collaboration with preschools, schools, healthcare, police, and other actors
• Follow-up of interventions and support for families

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who has:

• A degree in social work
• Good knowledge of social services legislation, especially SoL and LVU
• A valid driver's license (required for home visits and travel within the region)

Personal qualities

We are looking for someone who has:

A strong communicative ability and confidence in meeting children, families, and partners. You should have the ability to work independently, structured, and with good professionalism.

Meritorious

Experience in authority exercises concerning children and youth is meritorious.

We offer

• A meaningful job where you clearly contribute to the safety and development of children
• Engaged colleagues and close collaboration between departments
• Support from experienced managers and the possibility of supervision
• A workplace with short decision-making paths and a good team spirit
• Wellness benefits through Epass

In preparation for the recruitment, we have considered recruitment channels and publication avenues, therefore we kindly decline all contact with salespeople regarding this matter.