Process Leader – New Social Services Act

In Region Gotland, you can develop and grow, both as an individual and together with others. When you work with us, you contribute to making Gotland an even better place for people in all stages of life. We make each other better. **Individual and Family Services** The Individual and Family Services department is a division within the social administration, consisting of approximately 200 dedicated employees working to make a difference in people's lives. The department is organized into a central office and six unit areas: the financial support unit, the children and family unit, the foster care and family law unit, the family support unit, the HVB (care homes) unit and team, and the addiction unit. In addition to these units, there are four department-wide operations: the social emergency service, family peace, the safety planning team, and the network team. **Your Responsibilities** We are now seeking a process leader who will drive, coordinate, and develop the work within Individual and Family Services in connection with the new social services act. This role is for you who want to translate visions and goals into concrete change – together with engaged colleagues. As a process leader, you will play a central role in leading and coordinating development work within the department. You will: - Shape activities based on the administration's overall plan and the department's specific needs - Act as a link between strategic and operational work - Lead processes and create participation in development - Work to ensure that the implementation of the new social services act occurs in a sustainable and anchored manner - Support managers and employees in change and improvement work **Who Are You?** We are looking for someone with a degree in social work. You have a good understanding of the social services act and experience working within Individual and Family Services. You are confident in leading change and have the ability to create engagement and participation. You are curious and courageous, willing to challenge established working methods and inspire others to think innovatively. You have a pedagogical approach, are communicative, and enjoy collaborating to achieve common goals. Do you want to help shape the future of social services? Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis. **About the Social Administration** As part of Region Gotland, we at the social administration work with social interventions such as counseling, support, and treatment. Our areas of operation include social services, home healthcare, elderly care, and care for individuals with disabilities throughout Gotland. Around the clock, we meet people of all ages and with various needs; children, families, adults, and the elderly. Together, we enable good conditions for care, support, and services throughout life. **About Region Gotland** Region Gotland is not only Gotland's largest employer, but we are also the only region in Sweden that has municipal, health, and medical care responsibilities as well as regional development responsibilities within the same organization. This, combined with our island location, creates conditions for good collaboration across our areas of operation. We have over 7,000 employees. Together, we work towards a sustainable, inclusive, and thriving society for everyone who visits, lives, and works in Gotland. We are proactive in creating a safe and sustainable development across the island. Gotland is a fantastic place to live, with a rich cultural life, untouched nature, and a creative entrepreneurial spirit. Over 61,000 people have chosen to live here year-round, and we would love to have more! For information about Gotland as a place to live and thrive, read more at https://gotland.com/leva-bo/flytta-hit/ Through the Instagram account @viarregiongotland, we showcase the breadth of our professions and the significance of our work for society. Each week, a new employee shares their workday. **Other Information** Region Gotland works according to a competence-based recruitment method aimed at recognizing each person's skills and thereby counteracting discrimination. We strive for an even gender distribution and see diversity as a strength, welcoming applicants from various backgrounds and genders. The position is advertised on the condition that it is not required for employees with preferential rights and that the position remains vacant. As the world changes, Region Gotland is increasingly focusing on quality and safety in the recruitment process. This means that you as a candidate may be subject to certain checks prior to employment. You will receive information about which checks the position you are applying for may involve before or during the interview. For all employment, you as a candidate will need to present an ID document and a personal certificate. We kindly decline offers of advertising and recruitment assistance.