Second Call for Applications:

Would you like to help develop the services of the future for children and youth with extensive care needs?

At Regnbuen Child and Youth Respite Care, we are seeking a dedicated leader who combines professional expertise, interpersonal skills, and a commitment to growth.

The service area is evolving and has a focus on development to meet future needs and challenges. Proper task allocation, preventive and interdisciplinary work, assistive technology, and work schedule planning are key elements in our ongoing development efforts.

Regnbuen Child and Youth Respite Care is part of the Social Work Service and is currently located at the Landmo Care and Rehabilitation Center. The Social Worker Service also includes the Snertin, Rudsgata, and Furuholtet units, as well as the Mobile Team. The Mobile Team is organized under the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Service and provides services based on decisions regarding practical assistance, training, and guidance. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Professional, personnel, and financial responsibility within the delegated area.Responsibility for quality and internal control, and follow-up on deviation reports and suggestions for improvement.
• Lead and motivate employees to contribute to the further development of the service within applicable plans and approved goals.Contribute to creating a culture of learning, improvement, and continuous development within the service offering so that the community health worker service provides the right health and care services at the right time and with the right expertise.  
• Collaborate with service recipients and their families.
• Prepare work schedules.
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration both internally and externally.
• Be part of a leadership team and actively contribute to quality assurance and service development in the municipality.

Qualifications:

• Certified social care worker with advanced training in management. Extensive management experience may substitute for advanced training.
• Management experience from social services.
• Experience and a proven track record in project management, change management, and development work.
• Ability and interest in using digital tools, as well as learning and implementing new solutions as needed.
• A solid understanding of current administrative regulations and legislation in the health and social care sector.
• Familiarity with Visma Resource Management is a plus.
• Proficiency in Norwegian, both written and spoken.

Qualities:

• Ability to get things done, be clear and decisive, engaged, positive, and enjoy thinking about development and new solutions.
• Be a clear leader with strong collaboration skills and a commitment to creating a positive work environment.
• Possess strong communication skills and be committed to building good relationships.
• Work independently, in a structured and systematic manner, even in a hectic work environment.
• Handle stress and understand that daily life can be unpredictable with rapid changes.
• Be adaptable and flexible, and be solution-oriented.
• Open, proactive, responsible.
• Personal qualities will be emphasized.

The following applies to this position:

• Diplomas and certificates should not be mailed but brought to any interview
• Terms of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements
• A criminal background check pursuant to Section 5-4 of the Health and Care Services Act must be submitted prior to starting the position.
• Changes in job responsibilities due to service developments and the department’s needs are to be expected

We strive for a work environment characterized by diversity, and we want our employees to reflect the general population.  We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for a job with us, regardless of age, disability, gender, or minority background.

As a preventive data security measure, please note that we will never ask for BankID information at any point during the application process.