Team Leader in Assistance Handling

Do you thrive on driving development and want a present, guiding role? As a team leader with us, you have the privilege of leading right in the heart of the organization and truly making a difference. Come and be part of the transformation journey we have begun, where you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of the entire operational area to meet future needs.

Your Responsibilities

As one of three team leaders, you will serve as a consultative support for the assistance officers in their daily work. You will guide them in complex cases, distribute tasks, and help each employee prioritize through regular follow-ups.

In a constantly evolving organization, you see opportunities and create adaptability, stability, and consensus based on the needs of the organization – always with the client's best interest at heart. Quality and process work is a natural part of your job. You identify areas for development, take initiative, and drive improvements within the unit, all to create effective and qualitative processes that benefit the individual.

You represent the unit in various collaboration forums, both internally within the city and externally. Additionally, you actively participate in various projects and drive the unit's issues forward. For us, collaboration is crucial; we support each other and value collegial learning.

Your Competence

We are looking for someone who is a trained social worker, behavioral scientist, or has another relevant degree that includes social law. You have previous experience in public authority work that is deemed relevant for the position and knowledge of the respective target group. You are accustomed to reading judgments and can understand and interpret them correctly. You have good computer skills and experience documenting in operational systems. We consider it an advantage if you have leadership training and/or have previously worked in a leadership role.

For us, your interest in leadership and organizational development is a crucial success factor in the role. You are motivated by inspiring others and helping them become independent in their roles. You create conditions for active employee participation in the organization as a whole, through clear expectations, encouragement, and feedback. As a person, you are calm and secure and show courage when needed. You have a development-oriented approach and enjoy working in change and driving your own processes forward.

We Offer

With us, you will be part of an engaged team of 25 people where we support each other and work together towards common goals. We share knowledge and encourage new ideas. Our mission is to investigate and decide on individually assessed assistance for people over 18 years old and to follow up on approved interventions according to the Social Services Act. Together, we are entering an exciting time with the new Social Services Act, which brings both challenges and opportunities – and with us, you will have the chance to make an impact!

You will have varied tasks and great opportunities to develop in your role. We apply a trust-based leadership style and see participation as a given. Here, we welcome new thoughts and perspectives and always strive to improve our processes. Additionally, we have flexible working hours and the possibility to work remotely when the business allows, providing a good balance between work and leisure.

Here, you will be part of something bigger! With warmth and respect, we demonstrate action in both the large and small. We live our values in our interactions with each other and those we serve. Every day, all year round, we ensure that Västerås functions. Together with your approximately 11,500 colleagues around the city, you will have Sweden's most important job.

Read more about opportunities, career paths, and our offerings here: https://www.vasteras.se/jobbochkarriär (https://www.vasteras.se/jobbochkarri%C3%A4r)

Additional Information

Before you can be employed, you need to present an approved extract from the police criminal record.

During the interview, you must verify your citizenship. You can do this with a passport or a personal certificate along with an ID document. If you are not a citizen of Sweden, the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, you must present proof of a valid work permit or be exempt from the requirement to have a work permit. Employment can only occur after verification of the work permit, as required by the Aliens Ordinance. All offers of recruitment and advertising assistance are declined.