The City of Umeå, in collaboration between Social Services and Ersängsskolan, has established an operational team that focuses on early and preventive interventions for students in need of support. The team consists of two staff members from the social services department’s prevention unit, two staff members from the school, and a coordinator from the student health services. You will be organizationally affiliated with the Social Services Department’s Prevention Unit, and your physical workplace will be at Ersängsskolan.

We are now looking for two youth counselors to join our team!

Your Responsibilities

Your role within the operational team, together with your colleagues, is to work collaboratively to ensure safety and a peaceful learning environment and to help increase student attendance at school. This work is carried out together with students but also in close collaboration with guardians, both individually and in groups. In this role, you are expected to work independently but also as part of a team to conduct preventive work and engage in goal-oriented efforts with students at Ersängsskolan. The ultimate goal of the operational team’s work is to increase achievement of educational goals and school attendance.

The operational team will conduct outreach at the school to build relationships with students for the purpose of early detection and prevention. Provide support to students individually at home or outside the classroom in cases such as problematic school absenteeism, where the team can help ensure students attend school. This support is provided in collaboration with guardians. Support may also be provided to students in groups based on general needs at the school—for example, work on core values aimed at counteracting social exclusion and increasing trust in society’s support systems, such as social services and the police, among others.

About You

We are looking for someone with a degree in social work and prior experience supporting children, youth, and their families. The position also requires a Class B driver’s license and a good command of the Swedish language, both spoken and written.

As a member of the operational team, it is essential that you are proactive, transparent, independent, and flexible in your work. At the same time, the position places high demands on your ability to collaborate, as it involves being part of a team and interacting with various agencies within social services, recreational programs, law enforcement, school staff, student health teams, students, and guardians. You are responsive and confident in your professional role, with the ability to make sound judgments and set priorities. Through your commitment and responsiveness, you build trust and foster relationships with various stakeholders through individual conversations or group settings. We place great emphasis on personal suitability in this recruitment process.

We warmly welcome your application!

Additional Information

• This position is a permanent, full-time role, starting September 1, 2026, or as agreed.
• One position is a full-time temporary position, starting on September 1, 2026, or as agreed, through March 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension. 

Upon hiring, an extract from the police criminal records must be presented, in accordance with the Act on Suitability Checks.

About Umeå Municipality

Umeå Municipality is the region’s largest employer, with over 13,000 essential employees. Our organization is divided into nine administrative departments, and together we work to ensure that Umeå grows thoughtfully. Our core values are based on a citizen-centered approach, transparency, trust, and continuous improvement. With us, you’ll work on missions that are vital to society, helping to ensure that Umeå remains a safe, secure, and enjoyable place to live.

Umeå is northern Sweden’s largest city, offering a rich variety of experiences and opportunities. We’re a city of associations and culture that offers a richer life even outside of work. Here, you can learn what it’s like to live in Umeå: Moving to Umeå Municipality

Our team is growing, so maybe we’re looking for you? Do you want more, too? We offer fair working conditions, great benefits, and excellent opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as jobs that are important to everyone who lives and works here. We look forward to hearing from you.