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The Department of Employment and Integration is responsible for the integration of newly arrived immigrants, labor market issues, and the municipal activity responsibility in Umeå Municipality. We are a key actor in the work for social sustainability and inclusion. By supporting individuals on their path to employment or studies, we contribute to both people's self-sufficiency and employers' competence supply, as well as the development of inclusive workplaces. We have one of Sweden's most important missions – to create hope for the future.

The department supports participants who need assistance to take the next step towards employment or studies. The work is carried out in close collaboration with actors such as social services, the Swedish Social Insurance Agency, the Swedish Public Employment Service, Region Västerbotten, the Swedish Prison and Probation Service, and employers. We are also an active partner in the collaboration platform "Arbetsmarknadstorget" (Labor Market Square), where we, together with other authorities, offer coordinated support to individuals in need of combined interventions.

The operations are highly influenced by external factors such as societal development, political decisions, changes in legislation, and labor market conditions. This places demands on continuous development and the ability to adapt working methods and interventions to new needs.

Do you want to join us?

Your Responsibilities

As an Employment Consultant responsible for group activities, you provide participants with the prerequisites to start/resume studies or take steps towards employment. The role involves being responsible for periodic group activities conducted physically on-site for young people and adults aged 16–65 within one or more of the current activity areas: Labor Market Knowledge and Job Search, Study and Career Guidance, Health, Digital Skills, Language, and Civic Education.

You are part of a team where everyone is tasked with planning, implementing, following up on, and developing group activities. You collaborate closely with the participant's individual resource officer through follow-ups and documentation according to routines in the current business system.

About You

We are looking for a team player who can work independently and wants to develop and motivate people in groups. You can create psychological safety in groups, keep the participants' health factors and strengths in focus, and adapt group activities without losing content and purpose. You have strong drive and work focused on the organization's goal – that individuals start working or studying. You need to be creative, flexible, and solution-oriented. Working within the Department of Employment and Integration requires an interest and willingness to constantly develop and contribute to the development of the operations. We place great importance on personal suitability.

Requirements

• A degree in a relevant higher education field, e.g., social sciences, behavioral sciences, pedagogy, or similar
• Good knowledge and experience of the labor market, including the conditions placed in working life and how different educational pathways look
• Experience working with people with different support needs, e.g., within ADHD/Autism (NPF), physical/mental ill health, or work regarding norm-breaking behaviors
• Experience leading groups, e.g., by facilitating workshops or similar
• Fluent Swedish skills in speech and writing, as well as good knowledge of English
• Valid driver's license (Category B)

Meritorious

• Special educational needs experience

Employment Information

The position is a permanent, full-time employment, starting as soon as possible or by agreement. Probationary period may apply.

We look forward to receiving your application!

About Umeå Municipality

Umeå Municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 important employees. Our organization is divided into nine departments, and together we work to ensure that Umeå grows with care. Our values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvements. Together with us, you will work in socially important assignments where you contribute to Umeå continuing to be safe, secure, and fun.

Umeå is the largest city in northern Sweden with a rich offering of experiences and opportunities. We are a city of associations and culture that offers a richer life even outside of work. Here you can learn what it is like to live and reside in Umeå: Move to - Umeå Municipality

We are growing, and therefore we might be looking for you? Do you want more? We offer fair conditions, good benefits, and excellent development opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as jobs that are important for everyone who lives and works here. We look forward to hearing from you.