Temporary Social Worker for the Reception Unit, Financial Assistance, EÅV sdf

Stockholm – our capital city with millions of dreams, expectations, and ambitions. We work for everyone living here today and in the future. We are now looking for someone who wants to think big, new, and differently with us – for the people of Stockholm. Do you want to make a real difference from the very first meeting with individuals seeking financial assistance? We are currently looking for a temporary social worker as one of our colleagues is going on parental leave. The temporary position extends until March 31, 2027. As a social worker in our reception unit within financial assistance, you will work closely with both clients and colleagues in an environment characterized by collaboration, trust, and commitment. Here, you will find an accessible manager, strong collegial support, and the opportunity to help develop the future of social services. Welcome to our area of work and support Our office is located at Slakthusplan near Globen subway station. Our reception unit consists of nine social workers and an engaged unit manager who practices accessible and trust-based leadership. We maintain an open and supportive atmosphere at the reception. We have collegial support and space to share experiences and reflect together daily. The unit is part of the area of work and support, where collaboration is an integral part of the work. The unit works closely with the domestic violence team, the substance abuse unit, and the child and youth units. This allows you to gain a comprehensive understanding of clients' situations and contribute to sustainable solutions. There are several collaboration groups where you, as a social worker, participate and drive development issues in various areas. Currently, we are also involved in a pilot project related to the new Social Services Act (SoL), which gives you the opportunity to influence future working methods. Your role As a social worker in the reception unit, you are often the first point of contact for clients seeking support from social services. You meet them during an important transition where security, clarity, and structure are crucial. You will receive and assess applications for financial assistance, conduct initial visits, and follow up on cases. Part of the work also involves guiding and motivating clients towards self-sufficiency and collaborating with other actors to find the right support measures. Examples of tasks: - Provide advice and guidance to residents contacting the unit, primarily via phone. - Conduct initial visits in the administration's visiting rooms with new clients applying for financial assistance. - Investigate and process applications for financial assistance and make decisions in accordance with applicable legislation. - Collaborate with other actors such as the substance abuse unit, child and youth unit, and the region/healthcare to provide residents with coordinated support. Your qualifications and experience We are looking for someone who: - Holds a degree in social work. - Has good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written. - Has good computer skills and enjoys working digitally. It is an advantage if you: - Have worked in a reception unit within the adult social services. - Have experience working within the City of Stockholm. - Have a good understanding of the Swedish social insurance system, such as Försäkringskassan. - Have experience in public authority operations within financial assistance. To succeed in this role, we see that you have: - Good collaboration skills – You enjoy working flexibly and easily build good relationships with colleagues, managers, and external actors. - Flexibility and adaptability – You are comfortable quickly shifting focus and handling new situations as circumstances change. - A structured work style – You have the ability to prioritize and organize your work even under time pressure. - Attention to detail in handling documents and documentation. - Initiative – You take responsibility, are self-driven, and see what needs to be done without waiting for instructions. - Communication skills – You express yourself clearly in both speech and writing and maintain a respectful demeanor towards clients and colleagues. We offer The City of Stockholm provides discounts at its own facilities and has agreements with several gyms that offer favorable discounts on memberships and annual passes. You will receive a wellness allowance of 3000 SEK per year. We also have winter and summer working hours. In the city, as an employee, you have the opportunity for more vacation days than mandated by law. You also have the option to exchange vacation day supplements for additional vacation days. We have flexible working hours, allowing you to influence your working time within given time frames. Other We are recruiting without personal letters in this recruitment to strengthen the focus on the competencies and experiences required for this role. In assessing your application, we will only consider your CV and a number of questions you will need to answer when applying for the position. We ask that you respond concretely and succinctly to the questions, ensuring a clear connection between your answers and your CV. Submit your application now, as selection is ongoing. We welcome your application! The City of Stockholm works with competency-based recruitment aimed at recognizing each person's skills and thereby counteracting discrimination. 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