Family Educator, Open Care

Our strength lies in the fact that Essunga is one of Sweden's smallest municipalities! We work in an uncomplicated manner across departmental boundaries and in networks with other municipalities. This provides a holistic perspective and manageability for both employees and residents. Changes become visible in a small municipality, which gives us, as workers, the satisfaction of seeing the results of our efforts. You have great opportunities to influence outcomes, and our short decision-making paths yield quick results. We warmly welcome you to Essunga Municipality in the heart of Västra Götaland. The central locality of Nossebro is a one-hour drive from Gothenburg and about half an hour from Alingsås, Vårgårda, Trollhättan, and Vänersborg. Would you like to know more about what Skaraborg has to offer in terms of housing, leisure activities, and experiences? Visit www.livetiskaraborg.se. Family Educator for Essunga Municipality – For those who want to make a difference through positive engagement In Essunga Municipality, a positive approach is not just a value – it is an integral part of our working method. We believe that every encounter with children, youth, and their families is an opportunity to build trust, create safety, and contribute to positive change. We are now looking for a family educator who shares our conviction that relationships are the foundation of all social work. Description As a family educator, you will work closely with children, youth, and their guardians. You will be a vital part of our open care team, providing support, guidance, and relationship-building interventions. The work is preventive and promoting, focusing on early interventions and collaboration. Regular collaboration occurs with the school through SAMBU and, starting from the spring semester of 2026, through our newly established school social team. We also have a close partnership with the Family Center. In the unit, we meet and support residents affected by or exercising violence in close relationships. In this role, you will also lead parenting education, both individually and in groups. You will: - Treat every individual with respect, warmth, and attentiveness. - Create and maintain good relationships based on trust and collaboration. - Work in close dialogue with families, schools, and other stakeholders. - Contribute to creating a safe and inclusive environment for children and youth. We are looking for someone who: - Holds a higher education degree in social work, education, or a related field. - Has worked with the target group for an extended period and developed a confidence in meeting people from diverse backgrounds and needs. - Has a genuine interest in people and a professional approach. - Understands the importance of building good relationships and that engagement is crucial. - Is communicative, responsive, and confident when meeting individuals in various life situations. We offer: - A meaningful job where you make a difference for children, youth, and families every day. - A work climate where positive engagement is an integral part of our culture. - A team of dedicated and competent colleagues. - Opportunities for professional development, supervision, and reflection time with your colleagues. We strive for a balanced gender distribution and see diversity as a strength; therefore, we welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds. In preparation for the recruitment process, we have made decisions regarding recruitment channels and marketing. We kindly ask recruitment agencies, media sellers, and similar entities to refrain from contacting us. We use e-recruitment to streamline and enhance the quality of the recruitment process. All your information is stored in your CV account, and you can easily log in and update your details whenever you wish. Please fill in your information as thoroughly as possible to provide an accurate representation of yourself. The information will be processed and stored according to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).