Substitute Worker in Social Work at Beijershus

This is an opportunity for you who want to develop within your profession and gain valuable experience in social work. The job also offers a chance to work closely with clients and be part of a team that makes a difference every day!

We are now looking for someone who wants to work as a substitute worker with us at Beijershus. The work is scheduled during the day or evening depending on your availability and when you wish to work.

Job Responsibilities

In this role, you will provide supportive and motivational assistance to clients who are experiencing mental health issues and/or withdrawal symptoms, aiming to prevent relapse and promote positive change. The work is based on the methods of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Relapse Prevention, as well as a harm-reducing and low-arousal approach.

A central part of the job is to create trusting relationships and contribute to a safe living environment that provides structure and context in daily life. You will support and motivate the residents and adapt your approach based on the individual's needs and situation, with a non-judgmental attitude.

Based on the assignment plan provided by the Housing Authority, implementation plans are established in collaboration with the client. These are living documents that are followed up and documented in Journal Digital.

The work is carried out in close collaboration with internal and external actors such as outpatient care for addiction, psychiatry, healthcare, police, social emergency services, and other units within social services.

The role also includes practical tasks, such as cleaning living rooms upon move-out, serving food and coffee, and providing support in daily chores like cleaning and laundry when needed.

Qualifications

For these positions, the following is required:

• Started or completed education as a social worker, social pedagogue, treatment pedagogue, or other relevant education deemed suitable by the employer for the assignment.
• Relevant work experience in social work where meeting people has been an important part.
• Very good Swedish in both speech and writing.
• Driver's license (B).

Meritorious:

• Ongoing or completed internship as part of your education.
• Experience working with individuals living with mental health issues.
• Experience working with individuals living with addiction issues.
• Experience working with a low-arousal approach.
• Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Training and experience in MI and/or solution-focused approaches.
• Experience working with documentation in similar operations.
• Experience working from a harm-reducing perspective.
• Experience collaborating with other actors regarding our target group, such as healthcare and psychiatry, police, disability support administration, and municipal authorities that decide on housing.

As a person, we are looking for someone who:

• Is secure, stable, and has high integrity.
• Has a good ability to focus on your part of the work and prioritize the most important tasks at the moment.
• Is attentive, accommodating, and low-arousal in your approach and has an interest in helping others.
• Has good collaboration skills and is receptive to your colleagues.
• Has a good ability to build trusting relationships and finds it easy to make new contacts.
• Has good self-awareness and can distinguish between the personal and the professional.
• Is flexible as situations often arise in the operations that require you to be willing to prioritize and adapt your approach.
• Is proactive in your work and contributes to a positive atmosphere in your team.

About the Workplace

Beijershus is a drug-free emergency accommodation that is part of the department of Housing, Intervention, and Support. The operation works with issues of addiction and homelessness and receives clients from Malmö city via assistance, regardless of gender identity. Beijershus has a total of 44 places, the majority of which are located in Kirseberg, but 16 places are available at Grangatan 7 near Värnhem. The accommodation is organized into three units where placement is based on the individual's need for support. The aim is to provide a safe and stable living environment, both in the short and long term, tailored to the individual's situation.

The Housing and Support unit provides accommodations and housing solutions for individuals experiencing homelessness who need support. Within the unit's seven sections and operations, there is a common mission to offer individually adapted housing forms for individuals who, due to harmful use, addiction, or other life difficulties, need support in their daily living.

At Sweden's largest labor market and social administration, 2,500 employees work every day to strengthen the residents of Malmö. Together with the residents of Malmö, we aim to increase opportunities for self-sufficiency, reduce homelessness, contribute to ensuring that children and young people have good growing conditions, and work to ensure that newcomers have good prospects. It is an important and rewarding job, but far from easy. Apply for a job with us; you will make a difference.

The Malmö city operations are organized into 14 administrations. Our common mission is to create welfare and sustainable community development. Together with the residents of Malmö, we are developing an even better city to live, work, and be in; differences, life experiences, and talents make Malmö a smart city in the heart of Europe. The world's knowledge is here. Read about Malmö city as an employer here malmo.se/jobb (https://malmo.se/jobb)

Information about the Position

Employment form: Substitute or monthly employment.

Scope: Full-time

Number of positions: 6

Start date: By agreement

Other

Please note that we in Malmö city have removed the personal letter from the application process and replaced it with selection questions, this for a more inclusive recruitment process and an efficient candidate experience for you applying for a job with us. Your answers will be an important part of our selection work.

Interviews will be held in weeks 10-11.

Malmö city strives for employees to represent the diversity that exists in our city. We therefore welcome applicants who can contribute to us as an employer meeting the needs of Malmö residents.

Before employment is offered, you need to present a diploma or proof of ongoing education and an ID document: passport or national ID card. For candidates who are invited for an interview, this invitation will be sent via email.