Vacant job

About the Job

We are currently looking for a Family Therapist to strengthen our Collaboration Team in Hjällbo on a parental leave contract. The Collaboration Teams are located in Hjällbo and Hammarkullen and represent a collaborative model between the Social Services Administration, selected schools, and other local actors.

Your responsibilities include providing support and therapeutic interventions for entire families and their networks. The focus is on students who face combined school-related and social challenges. We operate on the principle that parents are the most important people in the lives of children and young people. Our goal is to help families find the right strategies to overcome difficulties, enabling young people to remain in their home environment, function well in school, and engage in leisure activities. We primarily offer individually tailored interventions. Referrals may come from the families themselves, schools, or social services. We meet families in their homes, in our own facilities, and at schools. Working hours are mainly during the day, though some evening work is required.

The position involves close collaboration with school social workers, schools, leisure activities, and other key local actors. The starting point is to become an integrated part of the Hjällbo local area and build good relationships with residents and professionals. Part of the role involves area-based work and participation in the administration's safety-promoting efforts. The work of the Collaboration Team is based on proven and research-based experiences.

Qualifications

You must be a qualified social worker (socionom) or hold another higher education degree that the employer considers equivalent. Additionally, you need acquired competence within the field.

You should have extensive experience in social work, particularly in leading meetings with young people and families in Angered or similar areas. You must have knowledge and experience in working with young people exhibiting norm-breaking behavior, network work, and internal and external collaboration. Since the tasks involve young people with norm-breaking behavior, experience in preventive work is advantageous. You also need experience working on behalf of social services and using associated documentation systems.

Since collaboration is a major focus, an already established professional network in Angered and Hjällbo is advantageous. In your work, you will collaborate with many actors around the young person, both within professional and private networks. Therefore, you need a humble approach and the ability to actively contribute to good collaboration. You have good documentation skills and the ability to structure your tasks and manage your time effectively.

The work requires the ability to understand the organization's goals and translate them into concrete action. You need to be stress-resistant and capable of handling difficult situations. Based on the needs of the target group, you are an open and positive person who treats others with respect.

Since the work is based on the conditions of young people and families, it is important that you are flexible and adaptable.

A valid B-class driver's license and driving experience are desirable.

We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Other Information

For positions involving direct and regular contact with children under 18, you must be able to present a valid extract from the criminal record register before starting work. The extract can be ordered directly from the Police website: https://polisen.se/belastningsregistret?mtm_campaign=utdrag&mtm_kwd=post0623

To ensure quality in the recruitment process, comply with GDPR requirements, and enable good communication with our applicants, we ask you to submit your application digitally via our system, not via email or postal mail. If you have protected personal data, you MUST NOT apply via the system but should contact the recruiting manager for handling of your application.

Gothenburg City is one of Sweden's largest employers. Our mission is to create a good daily life for Gothenburg's residents, visitors, and businesses. As an employee in the city, you have a secure employment with many career paths, offering opportunities for interesting and meaningful tasks. Gothenburg City actively works to promote equal rights and opportunities and to counter discrimination.

The district has good transportation links and proximity to Gothenburg's city center. Here you will find unique natural areas and varied housing where development, renewal, and expansion are occurring in many areas. The district's structure and the diversity among residents and employees make working with us developmental and educational. As an employee, you make an important contribution to making Nordost an attractive area to live, work, and raise a family. Through your work, you help develop the city together with others. Do you want to be part of this?

About Us

The Social Services Administration Nordost works to provide residents in northeastern Gothenburg with equal and effective welfare, enabling them to live safe and independent lives. The administration provides support to individuals and families according to the Social Services Act. We also offer activities and meeting places that can give children and young people a meaningful leisure time. Furthermore, the administration actively works with crisis support, safety issues, associations, public health, and contact with residents and civil society.

Welcome to a vibrant administration in a dynamic district – here we work for community and openness with a focus on those we serve!