Social Worker, Family Social Work, Kempele - Pohjois-Pohjanmaan Hyvinvointialue

In the family social work unit serving the Raahen, Kalajoki, and Kempele areas, a permanent position for a social worker is available. The work station is located in Kempele, but work is also carried out in other municipalities within the unit. Partial remote work is also possible. The family social work unit for the Raahen, Kalajoki, and Kempele areas includes Kalajoki, Merijärvi, Pyhäjoki, Raahe, Siikajoki, Lumijoki, Hailuoto, Kempele, and Liminka. Our social workers are responsible for social services for families with children under the Social Welfare Act. Family social services are intended for children, young people, and their families under 18 years of age. We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled social worker to develop high-quality and effective family social services and customer-oriented services in multidisciplinary cooperation. Our goal is to focus more resources on working directly with children, youth, and families. You will work alongside passionate professionals and in an environment that encourages professional development. We value continuous learning and skill development as key to our success. You will not have to solve everything alone, as you will have support from your immediate supervisor and Pohde’s legal team. Your team includes social workers, guidance counselors, and a responsible unit manager. We also offer weekly team meetings, supervision, and a competitive salary. We appreciate a customer-oriented attitude, good communication skills, strong written expression, and the ability to work alongside clients. Experience in family social services and proficiency in SAGA are considered advantages. The use of a personal car is a mandatory requirement. Family social work is demanding and meaningful professional work suitable for those capable of handling diverse and challenging situations, with initiative and decision-making skills. At Pohde, employee well-being is central. We offer comprehensive occupational health services that support work capacity, including primary healthcare services. Epassi benefits and diverse recreational activities organized by Vapari Association bring joy to everyday life. The qualification requirement is a social worker qualification according to the Act on Social Welfare Professionals (817/2015) §7. If there are no qualified applicants, we may also appoint a person studying social work who has completed the core studies and practical training in social work. We will verify original diplomas and work certificates during interviews. Applicants must be registered in the register maintained by the National Supervisory Authority for Welfare and Health (Terhikki and/or Suosikki). The successful candidate must present a criminal record extract as specified in the Criminal Records Act §6, subsection 2 (Act 504/2002 on the background checks of persons working with children). We apply a probationary period of up to 6 months for employment. Before starting, the selected candidate may be required to submit a medical certificate regarding their health (Act on Municipal and Well-being Services Employees §7). Regarding vaccination, we follow the legal requirements for vaccination protection against infectious diseases. As an employer, we value diversity and aim to recruit employees from various backgrounds. We are committed to promoting equality and non-discrimination.