Social Worker Wanted!

The Supply Unit is now seeking dedicated and driven social workers. Do you have a degree in social work and social law, as well as experience and knowledge in financial assistance? Then you are the one we are looking for! The Employment Administration organizes essential community services within social services and the labor market, working purposefully to ensure that as many residents of Borås as possible achieve and approach self-sufficiency. The administration has approximately 240 employees and is responsible for and finances around 350 labor market policy positions. At the Supply Unit, social workers thrive and work who believe in people's abilities and focus on the individual. Our philosophy is that change occurs in the meeting with the person. For nearly a decade, we have developed a unique working method where personal meetings with clients have become a crucial part of our success. We work on building relationships and systematically design support and follow-up based on our profession to help individuals reach their goals. Another success factor in our concept is well-established routines where we have built a clear structure and guidelines for our work. Many changes are currently taking place in our profession, not least against the backdrop of digital development, where we have recently launched our new digital platform for online applications for financial assistance. We are a large and wonderful team of over 45 employees with three unit managers. We work in bright and pleasant offices in central Borås, and all social workers have their own office. Social Workers Wanted! Responsibilities Your main task is to investigate applications for financial assistance and work towards self-sufficiency. Your work is based on the legislation and knowledge support available. In your role, you may collaborate with colleagues in the city and external partners such as the region, social insurance agency, and employment agency. Additional Information Qualifications You are a trained social worker or have another qualification that the employer deems equivalent. You have a broad worldview and good communication skills, with a focus on building strong relationships. It is important for you to act professionally, and you feel a strong commitment to your work. You should have the ability to structure your work. For this position, you must be able to express yourself in spoken and written Swedish. Knowledge of languages other than Swedish is an advantage. What can we offer you? As a newcomer with us, you will have time to grow into the role. You will receive a mentor, training, and supervision in the methods we use. We have ongoing method supervision, regular case reviews, and you will have opportunities for reflection and external process supervision. There is also the possibility to work and deepen your knowledge in specific areas of interest. Within the framework of your assignment, you will be offered the professional development, support, and inspiration you need to grow in your field. We value a balance between work and leisure and therefore offer flexible working hours and the option to work from home. We believe that a good balance between work and leisure is crucial for job satisfaction and productivity. We are a workplace where your opinion matters greatly. In addition to meaningful tasks and good employment conditions, as an employee of Borås City, you will enjoy all the benefits, including wellness grants, free access to municipal swimming facilities, and the option for vacation exchange. Read more about Borås City's employee benefits. Does this seem like an interesting job? We welcome your application and do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. We will conduct interviews on an ongoing basis, so do not wait to apply! Application Please send your application with attached documents via our application function, which you can access by clicking "Apply for Job" below.