Interim Group Leader for the Children's Unit

Stockholm – our capital city with millions of dreams, expectations, and ambitions. We work for everyone living here today and in the future. We are now looking for someone who wants to think big, new, and differently with us – for the people of Stockholm.

Hägersten-Älvsjö is one of 11 district administrations in the City of Stockholm with approximately 3000 employees. Today, we are one of the city's largest districts with about 130,000 residents. In Hägersten-Älvsjö, you are close to the city, transportation, and nature. We offer a dynamic workplace with opportunities for you to develop in your role.

Welcome to Us

We are an area with six units: Reception Unit, Children's Unit, Child and Youth Unit, Youth Unit, Family Support Unit, and Foster Care Unit.

Together, we are about 130 dedicated employees working to make a real difference for children, youth, and families.

The Children's Unit consists of a unit manager, two group leaders, and about 15 social workers. The unit also includes emergency home administrators and close support staff that contribute to high quality, good working environment, and increased legal security.

We Offer

Close support from your unit manager
Collegial support in our group leader group and external supervision together with other group leaders
A developing organization where you have the opportunity to influence
Thoughtful introduction and support from managers and mentors
Winter and summer working hours as well as flexible hours
Wellness allowance and the possibility of vacation exchange

Your Role

As one of our group leaders is going on parental leave, we are now looking for an interim group leader for the Children's Unit (0–12 years).

As a group leader, you have a central role in the organization. You are responsible for the daily management of social workers and serve as a close support in both decision-making and social work. You lead case discussions, allocate cases, and are available in ongoing client work.

Together with the unit manager and mentor, you are responsible for the introduction of new employees and ensure that new social workers quickly integrate into their work and feel secure in their authority. You plan and coordinate work during absences and contribute to the daily functioning of the unit.

You actively participate in organizational and methodological development, implementation of new working methods and goals, and can represent the organization in various networks. The assignment also includes following up on the organization through statistics and contributing to operational planning.

The work is carried out in close collaboration with your unit manager, other group leaders, mentors, and unit managers within the area. You have a responsive leadership style and the ability to capture both performance and employees' experiences of their work situation.