Social Worker in Financial Assistance

Our strength lies in the fact that Essunga is one of Sweden's smallest municipalities! We work in a straightforward manner across operational boundaries and in networks with other municipalities. This provides a holistic perspective and manageability for both employees and residents. Changes become visible in a small municipality, giving us the satisfaction of seeing the results of our work. You have great opportunities to influence, and our short decision-making paths yield quick results. We welcome you to Essunga municipality in the heart of Västra Götaland. The central town of Nossebro is an hour's drive from Gothenburg and about half an hour from Alingsås, Vårgårda, Trollhättan, and Vänersborg. Want to know more about what Skaraborg has to offer in terms of housing, leisure activities, and experiences? Visit www.livetiskaraborg.se (http://www.livetiskaraborg.se).

Description

As a social worker in financial assistance in Essunga municipality, you will play a crucial role in supporting and guiding our residents through their economic challenges.

You will work independently while also collaborating closely with other professionals and units, creating a dynamic and supportive work environment. Your work will be characterized by strong structure and precision, helping individuals navigate through regulations and rights.

We offer a workplace where changes are visible and results are easier to achieve thanks to our small municipal size. Here, you will have the opportunity to truly see the positive effects of your work and make a difference in people's lives. Your commitment and ability to collaborate will be at the core of your work, allowing you to quickly adapt strategies to individual needs.

Your efforts will be crucial in creating a more equal and fair environment for all residents of Essunga. Do not hesitate to apply for this exciting opportunity to become part of a dedicated and passionate team in the heart of Västra Götaland!

Responsibilities

As a social worker for financial assistance in Essunga municipality, you will play a crucial role in helping our residents receive the financial support they need. Your work will involve a variety of tasks where we value independence and teamwork. Your responsibilities include:

• Conducting needs assessments and evaluations of financial assistance according to applicable laws and guidelines.
• Modifying and updating action plans together with clients to promote their personal development and financial independence.
• Actively working with networks and collaborations, both internally and externally, to ensure a holistic solution for each individual.
• Providing information and advice to clients about social insurance and other forms of support.
• Documenting cases carefully and following up on decisions to ensure we meet our commitments.

Your contributions greatly help create a safe and stable environment for our residents, which is one of the most rewarding aspects of the role. We look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated team where every employee makes a difference and has the opportunity to see the results of their work!

Qualifications

• You have a degree in social work or equivalent higher education that prepares you well for the role of social worker.
• You are independent and have the ability to make decisions based on current guidelines and laws, ensuring a legally secure handling of cases.
• Your ability to collaborate is a great asset; you work effectively in teams and are open to collaborating with other actors both within and outside the municipality.
• You are structured and can plan and organize your work in a way that provides a good overview of your tasks and goals.
• With a solution-oriented approach, you always seek ways to improve and streamline processes to best support residents in their need for financial assistance.
• You have the ability to see the big picture and understand how different interventions are interconnected, contributing to creating positive development for individuals and groups in Essunga municipality.

By working as a social worker in financial assistance with us, you will have the opportunity to truly make a difference and contribute to our common goal of improving the quality of life for residents.

We offer

At Essunga municipality, we offer a stimulating and meaningful work environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day. As a social worker in financial assistance, you will be part of a small but dynamic municipality where decision-making paths are short and results are quickly visible. We value close collaboration and offer:

• A flexible and creative workplace where your independence and initiative are encouraged.
• Training and development opportunities to support your professional growth.
• A supportive team where collaboration and collective effort are in focus.
• A safe working environment in picturesque surroundings, close to both city and nature.

Come and be part of our commitment to our residents and contribute to creating meaningful and positive change in society. We look forward to welcoming you to our team in the heart of Västra Götaland!

We strive for a balanced gender distribution and see diversity as a strength, welcoming applicants from various backgrounds. In preparation for the recruitment process, we have made decisions regarding recruitment channels and marketing. Therefore, we kindly ask for no contact from media sellers, recruitment sites, or similar. We use e-recruitment to streamline and ensure the quality of the recruitment process. All your information is saved in your CV account, and you can easily log in and update your information whenever you want. Therefore, please fill in your information as carefully as possible to provide an accurate representation of yourself. The information is processed and stored in accordance with the Data Protection Regulation.