About this role
We are a force that connects, unites, and develops the region. Within Region Västernorrland, we are all part of something greater.
The Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinic (BUP) in Västernorrland is a regional clinic with approximately 120 employees. Outpatient services are provided in Örnsköldsvik, Sollefteå, Härnösand, and Sundsvall. In Sundsvall, there is also inpatient care and intermediate care in collaboration with Adult Psychiatry and the Children's Clinic. The clinic has a long tradition of a systemic approach in interacting with children, adolescents, and their families. We utilize various treatment methods, both individually and in groups, based on systemic, psychodynamic, and cognitive perspectives.
We at BUP are now looking for a social worker to join our team. The position is a permanent full-time employment starting as soon as possible, according to mutual agreement. Within BUP, there are opportunities for training and professional development. Supervision and further education within the clinic are also available.
Social Worker for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Sollefteå
Job Responsibilities
Your main responsibilities as a social worker within BUP will include assessments, investigative, and treatment work at both the individual and group levels. At the clinic, social workers, psychologists, nurses, physicians, occupational therapists, medical secretaries, and management work together. We serve families where children and adolescents exhibit serious psychiatric issues requiring specialized interventions. We employ a cross-professional approach and use evidence-based treatment methods with various focuses. Treatment often occurs in close collaboration with other healthcare providers and networks such as schools and social services.
Other Information
Qualifications
We are seeking someone who:
• Holds a degree in social work
It is advantageous if you:
• Have basic psychotherapy training
• Are an educated healthcare social worker
• Have experience working with children, adolescents, and families
• Have work experience in child and adolescent psychiatric care
• Have experience working within adult psychiatry or social services
To succeed in this role, we believe you possess the following personal qualities:
• Collaborative ability
• Structured
• Flexible
• Stable
Region Västernorrland
With approximately 7000 employees and over 200 professions, we at Region Västernorrland are responsible for several of the functions that are most essential for residents' ability to participate in society. Here, your knowledge and commitment make a difference in everything from healthcare to culture, environment, and sustainability. Become part of a team where everyone is needed. Together for a growing Västernorrland.
For many years, the region has been working to create conditions for contributing to healthy and well employees. Your well-being and satisfaction are important to us. One of our many benefits is offering 5000 SEK per year in wellness grants. Learn more about Region Västernorrland, our benefits, and what it’s like to work with us: Region Västernorrland - Working in Region Västernorrland (rvn.se).
Within Region Västernorrland, a number of positions are classified as security-sensitive, and a security clearance may therefore be conducted. We have made our choice of recruitment media and thus kindly ask not to be contacted by advertisers or other recruiting service salespeople. We apply a background check of criminal records as well as drug testing before employment decisions.
Selection and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis. We warmly welcome your application!