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Social Welfare Officer Wanted at Svedala Municipality

Svedala kommun

Skåne län, Svedala

Previous experience is desired

11 days left
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Now that one of our valued employees is retiring, we are looking for a new colleague to join our team. Here you will be part of a team that supports each other, shares knowledge, and develops together. Our workplace is characterized by strong commitment, and we take pride in our mission where we always focus on the individual's best interests.

About the assignment

As a social welfare officer, you will investigate, assess, and make decisions about interventions according to the Social Services Act. The target group is primarily elderly residents with various needs and life situations.

The role also includes, when necessary, supporting caseworkers responsible for planning within SVU (Collaboration upon discharge from inpatient care) together with other colleagues.

The work involves close collaboration with, among others, the individual and their relatives, colleagues, authorities, and external parties such as Region Skåne.

You will be part of an experienced and helpful group that values collaboration and an open climate.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who is a trained social worker or has other education, combined with experience, that the employer deems equivalent. Experience in social welfare case management within elderly care is an advantage.

You have good knowledge of current legislation and have preferably previously worked in the Lifecare case management system.

To thrive in this role, you need to be structured and have an easy time collaborating. The work also requires you to be solution-focused, independent, and flexible. You have a good ability to express yourself in speech and writing. You communicate clearly and ensure that information gets through. The work involves many personal meetings and conversations, so a professional approach is important.

A valid driver's license (B) is required.

Working hours/duration

Permanent full-time employment. Start date according to agreement.

Salary

Individual salary setting applies.

Other

As a final step before employment, we require a criminal record extract.

With us, you have access to benefits according to our collective agreement General Provisions, e.g., favorable pension and insurance, extra vacation days, and parental leave supplement. Additionally, as an employee of Svedala municipality, you have access to 3,000 SEK in wellness compensation, benefit bicycles, vacation exchange, and salary exchange for pension. You can read about the offered benefits here.

We plan to conduct interviews during weeks 11 and 12.

Warm welcome with your application!

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