Temporary Social Worker 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. Now we are looking for someone who wants to think big, new, and differently with us – for the people of Stockholm.

Welcome to us

We are looking for a temporary colleague for the children's unit.

About us: We are a creative team of 10 social workers. What stands out in the group is that everyone is caring and inclusive. There is a good and warm atmosphere throughout the area for children & youth. It is important for us to help each other, support one another, and maintain good work for the children, youth, and families we meet.

The Children and Youth area is part of the Social Department at the Södermalm District Administration. We consist of three investigation units with different age orientations (children, youth, and 0-20 years), family law, as well as family care and contact activities. The unit is led by an area manager and four unit managers. The unit has two coordinators who provide support in operational matters and introduce new employees. There is also a school coordinator and a SIP coordinator in the unit. In total, the unit consists of about 65 employees. We are located in fresh premises in Hammarby Sjöstad.

We offer

We offer you a health-conscious workplace where you have wellness benefits, the opportunity for vacation exchange, the possibility to work from home if the work allows, and flexible working hours that provide room to combine work and leisure. We have a well-being group in the unit that organizes fun activities to maintain the good atmosphere and cohesion between the groups. We offer a developing job where you get the opportunity to work with engaged and experienced colleagues. With us, you will work in a unit that continuously strives for improvements in operations.

We at Södermalm District Administration:

• have a strong child perspective
• continuously work with method development, quality work, and development work
• have effective and good cooperation between units
• develop cooperation around outpatient activities
• are part of the city's pilot project regarding the first line, support without assistance decisions

Your role

As a social worker in the children's group, you and your colleagues conduct investigations and follow up on granted interventions concerning families with younger children (0-12 years). Your work is based on applicable legislation, guidelines, and knowledge support. The work is conducted from a systems theory perspective, focusing on resources, strengths, and risks present in the family and network. Your work is very significant and multifaceted as you work in dialogue with families and networks to find the best solution for the child.

You have continuous support from your unit manager and colleagues in your work. You work in pairs during investigations and help each other between groups. You regularly participate in method support and external supervision. Everyone who starts in the unit receives an individual introduction plan.

Your competence and experience

For this position, you are required to have:

• A degree in social work
• Current professional experience as a social worker with authority practice or treatment with children and youth
• Understanding and good knowledge of current legislation in relevant areas
• Good ability to express yourself well in Swedish, both orally and in writing.

It is an advantage if you also have training in Signs of Safety.

We would like you to have experience in the profession. You are also expected to contribute by taking on extra assignments such as MI-coach, children's rights representative, or contact person with various activities.

We expect you to work in a structured and responsible manner by planning and prioritizing your work based on set goals and timelines. At the same time, you have the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and work with a wide variety of tasks. We are looking for someone who sees the challenge in being able to drive complex cases and share knowledge/experiences with your colleagues. The City of Stockholm works with competency-based recruitment aimed at recognizing each person's competencies and thereby counteracting discrimination.

Welcome to Södermalm District Administration!

Södermalm is a cultural and vibrant district in the city center with engaged residents and a big heart. With us, you can truly make a difference. Together with our Södermalm residents, we are developing an even better district to live, work, and reside in.

As an employee with us, you have a secure employment with fair conditions, where we believe that diversity and equal gender distribution contribute to strengthening our operations. We like to think innovatively – we hope that you who are applying want to develop Södermalm together with us!

Here you can read more about Södermalm District Administration and you are also welcome to visit our website (https://start.stockholm/om-stockholms-stad/organisation/stadsdelsforvaltningar/s%C3%B6dermalm/).