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The mission of the Social Services Department is to promote individuals' social and economic security, equality in living conditions, and active participation in community life. Therefore, we work in a process-oriented manner so that our clients receive the support and assistance they need with good quality – our processes help us create value for those we serve.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Would you like to make a difference?
As a therapist at ATV, you will work with treatment conversations for adults with violence and aggression issues, as well as for adults who have been victims of violence. You will also meet children and teenagers who have experienced violence and/or have been exposed to violence within their family. The treatment work primarily takes place through individual sessions, but we can also offer group therapy.
Our approach of welcoming everyone in the family creates a sense of security and context for both the adults and children who need our help, as well as for us as therapists. You will be part of a committed ATV team that has existed since 2008. We prioritize professional development and provide regular supervision, along with support from the ATV team in Norway. To counter emotional burdens, we actively work on our psychosocial work environment to promote collaboration and collegial support.
Your responsibilities will include sharing knowledge about violence issues from various perspectives with other professionals. You will give presentations, provide information, and organize workshops for both larger and smaller groups. The work also includes consulting with other professionals.
We operate from a salutogenic and systemic approach.
QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for someone who is a social worker or has another higher education deemed equivalent by the employer.
It is an advantage if you have group leader training for perpetrators or victims of violence and/or training in the parental support program Circle of Security (COS-P).
Experience in social work within social services or other authorities and organizations is a requirement. You should have knowledge of intimate partner violence and an interest in deepening and developing this knowledge in your treatment work with victims, perpetrators, and children who have experienced violence. You have experience dealing with individuals in severe crises and are accustomed to having conversations with both children and adults about traumatic experiences. It is beneficial if you have experience planning and conducting educational initiatives.
Having good self-awareness and personal maturity is significant. You can work independently but are willing to selflessly share experiences with your closest colleagues in supervision and team meetings.
We document in the digital journal system.
We will place great importance on personal suitability.
A valid B driver's license is required.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Kalmar Municipality checks identity and work permits before anyone is hired. This means that you, as a job applicant, need to show identification. If applicable, you may also need to present your residence and work permit.
As a permanent employee of Kalmar Municipality, you will be assigned to your workplace and are expected to contribute your work during heightened readiness.
Certain positions within Kalmar Municipality are classified in security classes, which means that a security clearance according to the Security Protection Act may be carried out before a hiring decision is made.