Social Worker, Child Protection Outpatient Services, Western Lapland - Lapin hyvinvointialue

In the north, work and life go hand in hand. At the Lapland Welfare Area, you will become part of a close-knit work community where tasks are handled regardless of titles and with a shared commitment. The stunning nature of Lapland, its unique landscapes, and opportunities for career development provide memorable moments. We offer space and support so you can follow a path that suits you. Welcome to join our child protection outpatient team in the Western region! We are seeking a social worker for a permanent position. The working area covers the Western service region (Kemi, Keminmaa, Tornio, Ylitornio, Tervola, Simo). The duties of a social worker include tasks in accordance with child protection law, as well as planned child protection social work in collaboration with clients, families, relatives, and a multidisciplinary network. The child protection team includes social workers, family counselors, and a lead social worker. We implement a systemic working approach. Additionally, the role involves participation in on-call duty outside office hours on weekdays from 4 pm to 8 pm, with social emergency services centralized in Rovaniemi. We offer: - Weekly team meetings and support from a supervising lead social worker. - Open and professional teams that value different personalities. - Regular team meetings based on systemic working methods. - Opportunities for regular supervision. - Possibility of remote work considering the nature of our work. - A task-specific salary of €4,413.83/month and a regional, permanent availability allowance of €300/month for qualified social workers appointed to the position.