About this role
Swedish Prison and Probation Service is Growing – We're Building, Renovating, and Expanding, and Now Seeking More Employees. Our Most Important Goal is to Reduce Recidivism – to Break the Vicious Cycle. If We Succeed, Society Becomes Safer for Everyone. We are the Authority Responsible for Prisons, Probation, Detention Centers, and Client Transportation.
Read More About the Probation Office in Örebro on Our Website: [website link]
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Probation Inspector, you are responsible for conditionally released clients and clients sentenced to supervised probation. Probation Services also handle intensive electronic monitoring (ankle bracelet) and community service. Probation work primarily involves investigative work, conducting risk and needs assessments, and developing implementation plans. You will also lead treatment programs for probation clients.
As a Probation Inspector, you actively participate in client intervention work, including structured cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) conversations, motivating program participation, and assisting with release preparations for institutionalized clients. Responsibilities also include conducting personal assessments, providing statements to courts, and recommending appropriate sentencing.
QUALIFICATIONS
We Seek Candidates Who Are:
• Confident, Stable, and Self-Aware
• Able to Understand How People Acquire Knowledge
• Adaptable in Communication
• Demonstrating Good Judgment and Integrity
• Collaborative with Clear Communication Skills
• Physically Capable of Responding to Challenging Situations
Personal Values Alignment:
• Commitment to Humane Perspective
• Respect for Individual Potential
• Understanding of Cultural and Personal Backgrounds
• Dedication to Equal Treatment
Required Qualifications:
• Academic Degree (Minimum Bachelor's Level) Preferably in Behavioral Sciences, Law, Social Work, or Related Field
• Excellent Swedish Language Skills (Verbal and Written)
• Current Experience in Public Sector Case Management
• Valid Driver's License (Category B)
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
• Work Experience in Social Care, Psychiatry, or Healthcare
• Correctional Services Experience
• Relevant Language Skills
• Investigation Work Experience
• Implementation Planning Experience
• CBT-Based Intervention Experience
• Motivational Interviewing Experience
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Personal letters have been replaced with selection questionnaires
• Security screening and background checks will be conducted
• Some positions may require Swedish citizenship
• Potential wartime placement
• Probationary employment may be applied
• Organization strives for gender, age, and diversity balance
Candidates must uphold democratic values and governmental standards. We welcome diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Application questions should be directed to Visma Recruit. We do not accept paper or email applications.
We kindly request no direct contact from staffing or recruitment agencies.