Social Secretary at Social Services, Kalmar Municipality

We are thrilled that you are interested in working with us! You likely value, just as we do, a job that truly matters. At Kalmar Municipality, we work together to constantly make Kalmar even better - for everyone who lives their lives here, runs a business, or visits our beautiful municipality.

The mission of the Social Services is to promote people's social and economic security, equality in living conditions, and active participation in society. Therefore, we work in a process-oriented manner so that our users' need for support and help is met with high quality – our processes help us create value for those we serve.

Welcome to us!

5 positions available.

Job Description

Do you want a job where you have the opportunity every day to make a difference and drive the development of social work for people on their path to self-sufficiency? We are currently in an exciting development phase related to the new activity requirements, which gives us greater opportunities to work more client-focused and be a clear part of individuals' change journeys.

With us, the role involves more than just processing welfare benefits. We are now choosing to strengthen our operations and are looking for several social secretaries to join our work group to create the best conditions for making a real difference for those we meet. You will track progress, plan and adapt interventions, and collaborate with both internal and external actors to create sustainable solutions. Here you will have a greater mandate to influence and support individuals on their path to self-sufficiency and a more independent life.

We work in a solution-focused and process-oriented manner with the individual's needs at the center. Our starting point is an evidence-based practice where knowledge, experience, and the client's perspective carry equal weight. We have strong faith in people's abilities and work actively to nurture that potential.

With us, you will have a meaningful role in an organization that wants to move forward. You will become part of an engaged team where we develop our working methods together, and where your competence and commitment make a difference. We offer professional development, including in Motivational Interviewing (MI) and the BIP method, and work actively with developmental employee relations to help you grow in your professional role.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who has:

• A degree in Social Work (Social Work degree)
• Good ability to express yourself in Swedish, both orally and in writing
• Valid B-class driver's license

The following are meritorious:

• Current experience working with economic assistance/welfare benefits
• Experience working in the Lifecare operational system
• Good knowledge of society's support and insurance systems

We are looking for someone who wants to work closely with people, is driven by creating change, and sees opportunities even in complex situations. For this work, you need to be curious and thrive with varying tasks and pace. You need to have a good ability to meet and motivate people who are often in vulnerable situations. A large part of the work involves creating trusting relationships where collaboration is a natural part of your working style. You are accustomed to taking initiative, driving your work forward, and taking responsibility for completing your tasks.

In this recruitment, we have chosen to conduct ongoing selection and invite candidates for interviews throughout the application period. We look forward to receiving your application!

Terms of Employment

• Salary: Monthly salary.
• Employment type: Permanent position.
• Working hours: Daytime.

Kalmar Municipality verifies identity and right to work before any employment is finalized. This means that as a job applicant, you will need to show identification. If applicable, you may also need to show your residence and work permit.

As a permanent employee at Kalmar Municipality, you will be war-placed at your workplace and expected to contribute your work during heightened readiness.

Some positions within Kalmar Municipality are classified for security, which means that a security check according to the Security Protection Act may be conducted before a decision on employment is made.

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