Director, Part-time Worker at Children's Homes Esko and Kivis - Perhepalvelut Ruori Oy - Lahti, Finland

Courage | Commitment | Trust | Impact | Responsibility SOS Children's Village Ruori, Perhepalvelut Ruori Oy, is a national expert in child protection and family work with decades of experience. We have earned the Social Enterprise and Key Flag symbols for our socially meaningful and impactful work. Welcome to join us! We are currently recruiting for Perhepalvelut Ruori's specialized children's home Esko and basic-level children's home Kivis. PART-TIME WORKERS Starting from June 1, 2026, or by agreement Esko is a specialized unit providing high-quality child protection services for children and young people aged 12–17. The unit aims to maintain a normal daily life, guided by individual weekly plans and communal activities. It specializes in working with children showing psychological or substance abuse symptoms. Children receive strong adult support. Kivis is a basic-level unit providing high-quality child protection services for children and young people aged 10–18. The unit aims to maintain a normal daily life, guided by individual weekly plans and communal activities. Children receive strong adult support. Kivis focuses on children’s resources and strengthening them. About the role As a guide, you play an important role as part of a multidisciplinary team. Your tasks include guiding daily activities in the children's home and supporting the youth. The position follows shift work, including evenings, nights, and weekends. What are we looking for? The role requires a basic degree in social and health care or a higher education degree in social or health care, including educational qualifications. We expect good communication skills and the ability to interact respectfully and kindly with both children and adults. The role requires a child-centered and solution-focused approach. Experience in child protection and skills in psychiatric, neurodiversity, trauma, family work, or substance abuse work are valued. A driver’s license and a valid hygiene passport are required. Training in medication administration is an advantage. What do we offer? We offer meaningful, responsible, and inspiring work in a developing and growing child protection organization. You will be part of SOS Children's Village Ruori, with about 300 employees, where the child's best interests are always central. We foster a supportive and development-oriented work environment. More information: For more details, contact Eskon supervisor Roni Ylönen at 050 341 7229, roni.ylonen@perhepalvelutruori.fi; Kivis supervisor Sini-Maaria Kuusela at 050 501 1785, sini-maaria.kuusela@perhepalvelutruori.fi; or unit manager Minna Juopperi at 044 793 7963, minna.juopperi@perhepalvelutruori.fi. Apply by June 15, 2026, on our website: https://perhepalvelutruori.rekrytointi.com/paikat/?o=A_A&jid=48. The application form is at the bottom of the page. We will interview candidates during the application period, and positions will be filled as suitable candidates are found, so we hope to hear from you soon! Applicants must provide a criminal record extract in accordance with the Act on Background Checks of Persons Working with Children (504/2002).