Social Worker for Suuntasi Päihdepalvelut Oy - Sininauhasäätiö - Helsinki, Finland

We are looking for a social worker for the Ruusula opioid substitution treatment clinic in the capital region! We are primarily looking for a social worker with a practical nurse background. We also consider social workers who have supplementary training in medication treatment and/or experience in implementing medication treatment. The task focuses on service guidance and the implementation of community- and group-based psychosocial rehabilitation and psychosocial support. The work may also include the implementation of medication treatment as a partner to a registered nurse. We value a proactive approach, good interaction skills and an interest in working to promote the well-being and inclusion of patients. We hope that the selected person can start the position in September-October 2026. What kind of service do we offer patients? Community and group activities: peer support and doing things together Individual conversation support: unhurried encounters and walking alongside Help with everyday matters: housing, benefits and healthcare Opioid substitution treatment safely and systematically Our way of operating We meet the patient as a whole person, and the treatment is always planned together with the patient. An individual and flexible treatment plan is made for each patient, which may include conversation support, group activities, medication treatment, service guidance and preparation for transitions to other services. In our multidisciplinary team, nurses, a social worker and a doctor work. What do we offer you? A multidisciplinary team where a colleague is not left behind Day work, with working hours between 8 am and 4 pm. Work may occasionally include weekend and holiday shifts. Opportunity to develop your skills and influence the content of your own work A wellness hour that enables the maintenance of working capacity and hobbies The Private Social Services sector collective agreement is applied in the position. A contractual salary is applied in the position and it is determined based on the education, experience and skills of the person selected for the position. Our expectations of you The position requires legalization in Finland according to the Act on Social Care Professionals (817/2015) and registration in the social and health care professional register. Valid medication permits (LOP and medication calculation) are considered an advantage. Experience in mental health and substance abuse work is considered an advantage. The person selected for the position may be required to undergo drug testing in accordance with the Act on the Protection of Privacy in Working Life (759/2004).