Social Worker for the Investigation Unit

Do you have a passion for creating a more inclusive and thriving future for our society within social services and care? Now you have the chance to become part of this work in the newly formed Social Services and Care Administration in Katrineholm. The new administration works to create security and independence for people with special needs and their relatives. Through our daily work, we make a real difference in people's lives and contribute to creating a more inclusive and thriving society. If you are passionate about making a difference and want to help shape the future of social services and care, this is your chance to be part of the journey. Welcome to apply and become part of our new administration. Are you interested in working broadly, developing and growing as a social worker, and helping create sustainable solutions for children and youth? As an investigator in the Social Services and Care Administration in Katrineholm, you will investigate the needs of children and youth and plan interventions that make a real difference - both for the individual and society. We are facing an exciting transformation journey where we are adapting our organization in line with the new Social Services Act that came into effect on July 1, 2025. We are now seeking investigators for children and youth at the investigation unit, where you have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and young people in Katrineholm. The unit will consist of 14 investigators working with children and youth, two investigators in the network team, a mentor, a social administrator, two senior social workers, and a unit manager. With us, you will get: • Professional Journey - national introduction • Full-time mentor & support from social administrator • Signs of Safety + access to reflection coach • Close collaboration & short decision-making paths • A committed team with high engagement and job satisfaction We are a small municipality with great opportunities. Our employees are happy, and we have an active social group that arranges everything from after-work events, celebrations, and everyday joy. There is humor, care, and a culture where we help each other - both at work and outside. Apply today and become part of our solution-focused work with children and youth. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES As an investigator, you will be responsible for investigating and following up on interventions for children, youth, and their parents. Through conversations and meetings in various constellations, you will conduct investigations and assessments of individual situations and potential support needs. You will document and write your investigations in the Treserva system. We are licensed by the National Board of Health and Welfare to investigate according to BBIC (Children's Needs in Focus), and we actively work based on the Signs of Safety approach. As a child investigator, you will closely collaborate with other units within the administration and external actors. QUALIFICATIONS We are looking for someone with a social work degree. We prefer candidates with previous experience in administrative work within Social Services and good knowledge of current legislation such as SoL and LVU. Experience working with BBIC and Signs of Safety is meritorious. You should have good Swedish language skills, both oral and written. The role requires a B driver's license due to work-related travel. To succeed in the role, we seek someone who is flexible and adaptable when circumstances change. You should see opportunities in changes and find ways forward even in complex situations. At the same time, you are structured and able to plan, prioritize, and organize your work efficiently and carefully. As the work involves close collaboration with colleagues and other actors, good cooperation skills are crucial - you communicate clearly, attentively, and contribute to a positive and solution-focused work climate. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Katrineholm is a municipality where passion is the driving force for creativity and development, for life, learning, and entrepreneurship. Our approximately 3,300 employees make a big difference every day, working together based on our core values of RÖTT: respect, openness, clarity, and trust to create the best conditions for our citizens. Everything is close by, just a one-hour train ride from Stockholm and two hours from Gothenburg. Read more about us as an employer, our offer, and career paths here: https://www.katrineholm.se/arbeta-hos-oss/vi-som-arbetsgivare.html The current position will be filled subject to the required decisions being made. According to the Social Services Act, a police record check must be presented by individuals before being employed to work at residential care homes, supported housing, or sheltered accommodations. You can order this on the police website. Katrineholm Municipality applies individual wage-setting. Everyone is offered a full-time position, an