Social Worker, Reception and Investigation, Employment and Welfare

At the Reception and Investigation unit, we are always greeted by each other's cheerful faces, excited about the opportunity to work together. In our workplace, we have worked hard to establish structure and participation in how we want our work to be carried out. We place great value on the importance of each individual and the opportunity for continuous development. Our workplace is located in Södertälje, where we meet people from all corners of the world, which is incredibly exciting. As a Social Worker in the Reception and Investigation unit (MoU), you will encounter a wide variety of tasks, engaging with individuals via phone, email, letters, and, importantly, in face-to-face meetings where we assess eligibility for financial assistance. We are committed to ensuring that social work is rooted in human interactions, and we constantly strive to refine how this is best accomplished. If you are experienced and understand how people connect, come join us, as we want to benefit from your knowledge! We recognize that diversity is a strength, and we are currently in need of more diverse perspectives. Within the Reception and Investigation unit, we have administrators who provide essential support in our daily work, which is crucial for those of us who investigate and make decisions. In your role, you will have extensive contact with other units within social services, and we also collaborate with other agencies, such as the Employment Service, the Tax Agency, the Social Insurance Agency, the Migration Agency, among others. As a new employee, you will receive a structured introduction, allowing you to acclimate to your new role. Who are you? Requirements: - Degree in Social Work or an equivalent qualification as assessed by the employer - Proficient in Swedish, both spoken and written Meritorious: - Work experience from various workplaces, with the ability to apply your experience creatively in this role. - Previous experience in public authority functions or investigative work within an authority. - A valid driver's license (B category) Personal qualities: - You are curious and meticulous, valuing participation in the development of work methods and contributing to structure and clarity within the framework of our mission. - You are courageous and readily demonstrate to your colleagues that you see opportunities where others see problems. - You inspire trust and strength in both client and colleague interactions, contributing to the group's well-being. - We appreciate your ability to bring security and senior expertise to the team. We offer you: Every day, approximately 6,000 people go to work in Södertälje municipality. We have many different roles and want to offer you a meaningful job where you can contribute to society while feeling joy. As an employee with us, you will have the opportunity to develop and make a real impact. As an employee of Södertälje municipality, you will be offered secure employment conditions, a generous wellness allowance of up to 3,000 SEK per year, and the option to exchange vacation day supplements for extra days off. In certain areas, there is also the possibility of some flexibility regarding working hours and methods. We provide a wide range of training and skill-enhancing initiatives for our employees. For more detailed information about our benefits, please visit our external website: https://www.sodertalje.se/formaner You will enjoy a fresh working environment in the city center, close to a lunch walk by the water in beautiful Södertälje. Since you will be working in the heart of the city, you will have easy access to all errands you need to run during lunch, and especially close to buses and commuter trains. Welcome to us! Additional Information: Selection and interviews may occur continuously during the application period. Södertälje municipality employs a competency-based recruitment methodology to counteract discrimination and promote diversity in the workplace. Employment with us may involve placement in a security classification. A security screening with a background check according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585) may therefore be conducted prior to a hiring decision. For some of our tasks in security classification, Swedish citizenship is required. We welcome inquiries from those interested in the position, but we kindly decline calls from those selling advertising and recruitment services.