Join the Child and Youth Health Team at Region Kronoberg

At Region Kronoberg, we work to ensure that people in the county can live a safe and sustainable life. Every day, we meet the residents of Kronoberg in healthcare, public transport, and in the development of the county. Here, ideas are valued, there are great opportunities for development, and the work climate is welcoming, open, and characterized by kindness.

Welcome to Primary Care!

Our idea is simple: when you need us, we are here. Together, we create a primary care that makes a difference for generations. Primary care consists of 21 publicly run health centers, 1177, primary care rehabilitation, family health services, and "A Way In" for children and young people with mental health issues. We are an organization in constant development, with the goal of being close to the residents of Kronoberg – throughout their lives. Our mission is to create good conditions for our patients – ensuring that the residents of Kronoberg receive the right care and treatment, at the right time, from the best possible competence.

About Child and Youth Health

Child and Youth Health is Region Kronoberg's primary care clinic for mental health issues among children and young people. We work across the county to promote mental health and prevent ill health in children and young people between 6 and 18 years of age, as well as their families. Clinics are located in Växjö and Ljungby.

We are now looking for you who have the right competence and experience, want an exciting assignment, and wish to contribute to preventive and promoting work for the mental health of children and young people.

Number of positions: 1

Responsibilities

Child and Youth Health works with assessment, mapping, and short-term treatment/short-term interventions both individually and in groups. We provide advice and support to children, young people, and their families. Common reasons for the need for intervention include anxiety/worry, depression, acting-out behavior, and the need for support in the parental role.

We have group activities, as well as lectures for parents and other professionals. Our assignment also includes supervision, consultation to cooperation partners, and collaboration with all municipalities in the county.

To thrive with us, you should enjoy working independently, but also together with other professional groups. Opportunities for professional development are good, and employees receive both external and internal supervision.

Qualifications

• Education as a Social Worker/equivalent behavioral science education, or a Nurse with Step 1 education.
• Good and broad competence to quickly make qualified assessments and provide advice and support to parents, young people, and professionals based on their specific situation and needs.
• Knowledge and experience of working with children, young people, and their families.
• Flexibility and the ability to handle varied tasks, as well as reflection and thoughtfulness.
• Knowledge and experience of consultation and supervision are considered an asset.
• We attach great importance to personal suitability.
• A driver's license is desirable as there are trips within the county and work at both of the unit's clinics.

Important: Experience is required. Before an offer of employment is made, an acceptable extract from the police criminal record register must be presented.

How to Apply

To facilitate the processing of your application, please:

• Attach a detailed CV.
• Include relevant grades, certificates, and any license for the position you are applying for.

Click on the application link in the advertisement to submit your application.

Employment Information

• Salary form: Monthly salary.
• Employment type: Permanent employment.
• Duration: Permanent.
• Working hours: Daytime.

Before employment, an extract from the suspicion and criminal record register is requested by the employer.

Questions about specific jobs are answered by the recruiter or contact person indicated in the advertisement.

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