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Hourly workers for Harjulakoti children's protection units - Kajaanin Pelastakaa Lapset ry / Harjulakoti - Kajaani, Finland

Child Welfare Worker

Posted: July 17, 2026
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Last seen in crawl: July 18, 2026 (today)
Application Deadline: August 9, 2026
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We are looking for motivated and responsible practical nurses, social workers (Bachelor of Social Services), and registered nurses (Bachelor of Health Care) to do meaningful work supporting the well-being of children and young people. We offer flexible hourly work. The employment is a zero-hour contract, and shifts are offered according to the employer’s needs. Work is available in both basic and specialized children's protection units. Learn more about our activities at www.harjulakoti.fi. We expect from you - Qualification as a practical nurse, social worker (Bachelor of Social Services), or registered nurse (Bachelor of Health Care). - Previous experience in child protection and working with children, young people, and families is considered an advantage. - Good communication and teamwork skills. - Ability to remain calm in changing and challenging situations. - Courage to participate in the unit’s daily life and to take initiative even in small matters. - Willingness to work in shifts (morning, evening, night, and weekend shifts). We offer you - Comprehensive orientation to diverse and meaningful work. - A well-being and supportive work community. - Opportunity to work in both basic and specialized child protection, depending on your skills and experience. - Comprehensive occupational health services from Mehiläinen and a work ability insurance. - Salary according to the Private Social Services Sector Collective Agreement, depending on the work unit: - Kotila: social worker and registered nurse G23, practical nurse G20. - Arola: social worker and registered nurse G25E, practical nurse G22. Application Send your informal application and CV by email to: maria.kallio@harjulakoti.fi Additional information The selected candidate will be checked for a criminal background in accordance with the Act on Background Checks of Persons Working with Children (504/2002). We also require signing the Save the Children Finland pledge to protect children.

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