Investigation Unit is looking for new colleagues

The Investigation Unit works to assess, investigate, and provide support and interventions for children, youth, and their parents according to the Social Services Act and the Care of Young Persons Act (LVU).

The Investigation Unit employs about 50 staff members divided into three workgroups. We operate according to the Children's Needs in Focus (BBIC), which is a unified system for social child welfare. The goal is to conduct high-quality social work with the child's needs in focus. The work is based on knowledge, accessibility, continuity, participation, and a holistic view.

We actively work to create a workplace that provides all employees with the right conditions to do a good job. We want all operations to have a health-promoting perspective, and we strive for rich job content, job satisfaction, community, and personal development for all employees.

We are part of the Professional Journey, which is a national competence initiative for staff in social services' authority for children and youth. As a newcomer, you will be gradually introduced to the unit's tasks. You will also receive internal and external case guidance as support in your work and for your professional development.

We are now looking for several new colleagues.

Job Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will be to assess and investigate children's needs for protection and support, as well as to decide on and follow up on interventions according to current legislation.

You will have a varied job with freedom under responsibility and the opportunity to influence. There is a large mix of tasks where no day is the same. Expect challenges in your daily work, but also stimulating, meaningful, and developing tasks alongside fantastic colleagues!

Are you the one we are looking for?

You have a good ability to act and handle situations in complex environments. The work is often unpredictable, which requires flexibility and the ability to reprioritize at short notice. In this work, we often meet people in difficult life situations, so it is important that you are a stable and secure person. You are also good at taking your own initiatives and have the ability to work independently and make your own decisions.

You want to actively participate in developing the organization and contribute to a good work environment. You are engaged in your tasks and can see the investigative work as part of a change process focused on children's needs and their right to safe growing conditions. You have good collaboration skills with both the families you meet and with colleagues and partners. You can see individual needs and place them in a holistic perspective.

You possess administrative skills and can express yourself well in both speech and writing. Personal suitability will be given great importance.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with a degree in social work and experience in social services or similar fields. The job also requires a valid driver's license (B).

Desirable

We would prefer candidates with experience in qualified investigative work and authority within the field of children and youth.

Are you interested in working at the Investigation Unit for children and youth? Send your application to Umeå Municipality as soon as possible. The application documents should consist of a CV, cover letter, and attached diploma or code for verification via LADOK. Please note that selection and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis.

Due to the suitability control law, a police record extract must be presented upon employment.

Welcome with your application!

About Umeå Municipality

Umeå Municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 brave employees. Our organization is divided into nine administrations, and together we work to ensure that Umeå grows with care. Our values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvement. Together with us, you will work on socially important tasks that contribute to Umeå continuing to be safe, secure, and enjoyable.

Umeå is northern Sweden's largest city with a rich array of experiences and opportunities. We are a community and cultural city that offers a richer Umeå life even outside of work. Here you can learn about living and residing in Umeå: https://www.umea.se/flytta (https://www.umea.se/flytta)

We are looking to grow, and therefore we might be looking for you! Do you want more? We offer fair conditions, https://www.umea.se/jobbochforetagande/jobbochpraktik/kommunensomarbetsgivare/varaformaner.4.1b4d24fb1752122eb843bf.html (https://www.umea.se/jobbochforetagande/jobbochpraktik/kommunensomarbetsgivare/varaformaner.4.1b4d24fb1752122eb843bf.html), and good development opportunities for lifelong learning. And jobs that are important for everyone living and working here. We look forward to hearing from you.