Foster Care Caseworker

We are currently in an exciting phase of development with changes within the organization. We have employees who have taken on new roles within the unit, which has created opportunities for more people to become part of our team. We are now seeking a family home secretary with a particular focus on guidance and support. With us, you will have the chance to support the families who do the most important work – providing children with safety and a stable place to grow up. The family home unit belongs to the social administration, children’s area, and consists of a unit manager, an assistant unit manager, three team leaders, and 20 caseworkers. Here, we work collaboratively with a shared commitment to ensuring that children and young people have safe and sustainable placements. We are a team with broad expertise and a strong focus on children; with us, you will receive support and development in your work. **JOB DESCRIPTION** As a family home secretary, you will guide, support, and follow up with our family homes in their important tasks. This means being a close support in daily life, available when questions arise or when difficult situations need to be managed. You will work closely with the child’s social worker and child follower, and sometimes with other authorities. Part of your role will also involve participating in the recruitment of new family homes and conducting certain investigations related to that. You will hold informational meetings, renew contracts, and assess the financial compensation for the family homes, in accordance with SKR's guidelines. Availability for duty may occur on certain days each semester, which means you may sometimes work outside regular hours. **QUALIFICATIONS** We are looking for someone with a degree in social work or a behavioral science degree with additional qualifications that meet the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare's professional requirements for social workers (basic and advanced levels in social work, social law, and psychology). It is an advantage if you have worked as a family home secretary or have experience in other social work. Additionally, if you have experience with government authority functions, working with children and families, or have knowledge of NPF/mental health issues, that is a plus. You should also have good IT skills. It is beneficial if you have documented experience in social work, especially if you have used the VIVA system. A valid driver's license (B) is required. You are confident in yourself and can meet families with respect and sensitivity. You have the ability to help families handle difficult situations calmly and professionally. Your role is to be present, offer advice, and create safety throughout the entire process. You have good collaboration skills, but also the courage to set boundaries and stand firm when the situation demands it. You are articulate in writing and can manage multiple tasks simultaneously. We warmly welcome your application! **ADDITIONAL INFORMATION** The social administration is responsible for creating social security for children, young people, and adults. The goal is to work towards achieving social sustainability. Within the social administration, qualified and well-developed social work is conducted. The administration's work encompasses both regulatory authority functions as well as treatment and supportive measures for children, young people, adults, and families. Do you want to help lead the way? We offer a workplace that leads the way in one of Sweden's most sustainable municipalities. Together with competent and engaged colleagues, you will help develop Eskilstuna through positive sustainable interactions, guidance, and service. Through active and courageous employee participation and a trusting and engaged leadership, you contribute to driving change. You make a difference for people every day. We welcome employees from diverse backgrounds and strive to ensure that our workplaces are accessible to everyone. During the interview, you will need to verify your citizenship. You can do this with a passport or personal certificate along with an ID document. If you are not a citizen of Sweden, the EU, the EEA, or Switzerland, you must demonstrate that you have a valid work permit or are exempt from the requirement for a work permit. Employment can only commence after verification of the work permit, as required by the Aliens Ordinance. We ask you to apply for the position via the link in this advertisement. It is important that you are thorough when filling out your application as it serves as the basis for our selection. If you have a protected identity, please apply by submitting your application in writing or by delivering it to our reception at Alva Myrdals Gata 3 D. Mark your application with Recruitment Unit and the advertisement's reference number.