Curator for the Unit against Violence in Intimate Relationships

We are proud of the City of Trollhättan's over 5,000 employees who make a positive difference in our residents' lives every day and contribute to the development of the city’s sustainability and vitality. We are driven and motivated by our core values: Courage, Participation, Innovation, and Proactivity. Here, you will find an exciting opportunity to help make our city even better. Do you want to help create safety, hope, and change? At the Violence in Close Relationships Unit, you will use your skills where they truly matter – for people who need it the most. We are currently seeking a social worker for our counseling center, where you will become part of an experienced and dedicated team that focuses on support, change, and development. One of our colleagues has transitioned to a coordinator position within the unit – now we’re looking for you to take the baton forward. About Us We are a specialized unit within the City of Trollhättan with the mission to provide support, protection, and change in situations involving violence, oppression, and vulnerability. The unit consists of: - A safe house for women and children affected by violence - A counseling center for victims and perpetrators of violence - Social workers with specific expertise in the field - Barnahus Fyrbodal – a collaborative space for children who have experienced violence or abuse We operate on behalf of the City of Trollhättan but also serve municipalities in Fyrbodal. Our work encompasses violence in intimate relationships, honor-related violence and oppression, sexual assault, exploitation, and human trafficking for sexual purposes. Here, you will join a team with deep knowledge, care, and a forward-thinking approach. We foster an open climate, support one another, and work together to develop methods and create long-term solutions to combat violence. Your Mission As a social worker with us, you will have a varied and meaningful role. You will, among other tasks: - Provide individual support sessions for individuals affected by violence in close relationships - Conduct change-oriented discussions with perpetrators of violence - Lead discussion groups for both victims and perpetrators - Collaborate with other authorities and stakeholders - Participate in method and development work within the unit - Contribute to training and information efforts concerning violence in close relationships We are looking for someone who: - Is a social worker or has another equivalent higher education - Has experience working with violence in close relationships - Has good knowledge of violence, honor-related violence, and current legislation - Has experience with individual treatment work - Is capable of working independently but also values collaboration - Easily interacts with other professionals and authorities - Enjoys disseminating knowledge and speaking in front of groups Meriting Qualifications: - Knowledge of trauma and trauma-informed responses - Training in risk assessment or structured conversation models - Specialization in honor-related violence and oppression - Experience leading group activities Significant weight will be placed on personal suitability. We offer: - A meaningful and developing job where you contribute to real change - A safe, supportive, and competent work environment - The opportunity to be part of a unit that not only meets people in crisis but also drives development at the community level - Ongoing professional development and the opportunity to influence the unit’s development Welcome to a workplace where your input makes a difference! We kindly decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this advertisement! Trollhättan is a strong and attractive municipality that aims to grow. Today, we have approximately 59,000 residents, and we set our sights on expanding to 70,000 inhabitants. Within the City of Trollhättan, we are working to create the conditions for this. We have over 5,000 employees, and our 350 different professions contribute in various ways to providing service and facilitating a good everyday life for our residents – now and in the future. We see diversity as a strength that enriches our operations and welcome applicants from different backgrounds. The City of Trollhättan practices smoke-free working hours.