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Job Description

The field group in Nordost conducts social preventive, promotional, and outreach work with young people aged 10–20.

The core of the assignment is to build trusting relationships with young people – especially those in risk zones or exhibiting norm-breaking behavior.

The work involves:

• being present in environments where young people spend time, during the day, evenings, and weekends
• establishing and maintaining relationships with young people over time
• identifying risk and protective factors and acting accordingly
• motivating young people towards change, activities, and positive contexts
• collaborating with schools, social services, police, civil society, and other actors
• documenting and following up on the work

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who has:

• a degree in social work or other education deemed equivalent by the employer
• good ability to express yourself in Swedish, both orally and in writing

It is an advantage if you have:

• experience in fieldwork or other outreach work with young people
• experience working with young people in risk zones
• further education in areas such as youth work, social work, or behavioral science
• language skills beyond Swedish
• a valid driver's license (Category B)

Who are you?

To succeed in this role, you need to be confident in yourself and in your professional role. You have the ability to connect with young people in various life situations and build relationships over time – even when it is challenging.

We are looking for someone who:

• can stay present in difficult conversations and situations without backing down
• has the ability to set boundaries while maintaining the relationship
• works independently and takes responsibility in situations where you need to make your own decisions
• is flexible and can adapt your working method to the situation and the individual
• has good collaboration skills and can navigate cooperation with multiple actors
• understands different living conditions, cultures, and how these affect young people's prerequisites

You need to thrive in a job where the structure is not always fixed, and where you, together with colleagues, help shape the working methods based on needs.

What we offer

With us, you will work closely with young people and be part of preventive work that makes a concrete difference – both for the individual and for society at large.

You will become part of an operation where:

• relational work is at the center
• you have the opportunity to influence and develop working methods
• collaboration is a natural part of the assignment
• you work in an engaged team with a shared focus on the best interests of the young people

The advertisement concerns two fixed-term positions, one until March and the other until September 2027.

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 with us. The extract can be ordered directly from the Police website https://polisen.se/belastningsregistret (https://polisen.se/belastningsregistret?mtm_campaign=utdrag&mtm_kwd=post0623).

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

The city district has good communications and proximity to Gothenburg's center. Here there are unique natural areas and a varied built environment where development, renewal, and expansion are taking place in many areas. The structure of the city district and the diversity among residents and employees make working with us developing and educational. As an employee with us, you make an important contribution to ensure that Nordost is an attractive area to live, work, and reside in. 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 with the possibility 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 works actively with crisis support, safety issues, association life, public health, as well as contacts with residents and civil society.

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