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Welcome to the municipality that is far from average!

Botkyrka municipality is the sixth largest municipality in Stockholm County and consists of the districts Alby, Fittja, Hallunda, Norsborg, Tullinge, Tumba, Vårsta, and Grödinge. Botkyrka municipality has approximately 95,000 inhabitants and over 6,400 employees.

The Social Administration provides support to the residents of Botkyrka and is responsible for authority exercise, primarily according to the Social Services Act. The support is for both individuals and relatives. The Social Administration has a special responsibility for children, youth, and adults in need of support according to social legislation. We are about 500 employees who provide support to the residents of Botkyrka in an equitable, fair, and safe manner using strength-based approaches.

Read more about the Social Administration here: https://www.botkyrka.se/dinbastaarbetsplats (https://www.botkyrka.se/dinbastaarbetsplats)

The position and job responsibilities

We are now looking for a new colleague at the Investigation for Children and Youth 1 who wants to be part of our unit and the work we do together with our children and families!

In the role of social worker, you will work with authority exercise for children and youth aged 0–18 years.

You will be responsible for investigating incoming reports of concern and applications, as well as conducting assessments where the best interests of the child and the child's participation are guiding principles. The work involves close contact with children and guardians and is carried out in collaboration with the family's network and internal and external actors. The unit is undergoing a development process related to the new Social Services Act, focusing on preventive work, early interventions, and an increased emphasis on research and evidence.

Your main job responsibilities:

• conversing with children and guardians about their situation, resources, and conditions
• investigating and assessing the support needs of children and youth according to applicable legislation as well as research and evidence
• planning and following up on interventions together with children, families, and networks
• collaborating with internal and external actors based on the best interests of the child
• documenting in the operational system Lifecare.

You will work with a clear child focus and based on the Signs of Safety approach. In this role, you are expected to work closely with families and their networks with the goal of creating sustainable solutions over time. Collaboration, continuity, and transparency are central parts of the assignment. The role requires structure, professional judgment, and a working method characterized by quality, accountability, and the ability to take independent responsibility.

We offer you

The Investigation for Children and Youth 1 consists of two workgroups with about 7–8 social workers in each group. Each workgroup has an accessible and present lead social worker who provides support in daily work. The unit also has a close-to-operation unit manager and administrative support that relieves social workers of administrative parts of the assignment.

The unit consists of an experienced and competent workgroup where sustainable working conditions, collegial support, and legal security are prioritized. To reduce vulnerability and create safety in complex situations, you will work in pairs on cases with colleagues.

As a new employee, you will receive a structured introduction and access to an established quality management system with clear processes and routines. You will be offered external supervision and continuous professional development in areas such as Signs of Safety, MI, and BBIC. The position is subject to annual working hours, and there is an opportunity for remote work when the operations allow.

We are looking for someone who wants to be part of our unit and contribute to the continued development of the operations. You have a commitment to social work and a desire to work long-term with colleagues for quality and legal security in the assignment.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for someone who has a complete degree in social work. You have experience documenting in a factual, clear, and legally secure manner in accordance with the requirements of social services.

We consider it meritorious if you have:

• Experience working with investigations and change processes within children and youth.
• Training in Signs of Safety, BBIC, and MI.
• Experience with the operational system Lifecare.

As a social worker, you are structured and have the ability to plan, prioritize, and follow up on multiple cases simultaneously. You work systematically with documentation, ensure legally secure decisions, and keep the investigation process within given time frames, always with the best interests of the child in focus. You are confident in your professional role and can make well-founded decisions and act professionally even in complex situations.

You have a relationship-building working style and meet children and families with respect, attentiveness, and professionalism. You build trusting relationships that enable participation and understanding of the family's needs. At the same time, you are collaborative and see the strength in working together, both with colleagues within the unit and with external actors such as schools, preschools, and healthcare, to create coordinated and sustainable solutions for the child's best interests.

For positions in the Social Administration in Botkyrka municipality, you as a prospective employee will undergo a background check.

Read more about background checks here: https://www.botkyrka.se/bakgrundskontroll (https://www.botkyrka.se/bakgrundskontroll)