Women's shelter worker wanted!

Women's Shelter Athena Övertorneå–Överkalix is a politically and religiously independent non-profit association working from a feminist perspective. The association is a member of Roks.

We work for an Övertorneå and Överkalix where men's violence against women, girls, and children does not occur. The work is based in both Övertorneå and Överkalix.

Job duties

The work is varied and includes, among other things:

• Providing individual support to women and children exposed to violence
• Leading group conversations and support groups
• Being responsible for and developing support activities
• Collaborating with other actors when needed
• Coordinating and developing our support chat
• Providing support during contacts with healthcare facilities and authorities

Qualifications and personal characteristics

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a woman and at least 20 years old
• Has experience from women's or girl's shelter work (meriting)
• Has relevant education or experience in social work or similar
• Is responsive, confident, and empathetic
• Has good ability to work independently and take initiative
• Has good cooperation skills
• Driver's license (class B) and access to own car is practically necessary for the position, as travel is included

We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

Employment conditions

• Working hours: Daytime, with occasional evening and weekend work
• Probationary employment: 3 months, starting as soon as possible
• Salary: According to agreement (collective agreement exists)
• You receive an introduction, relevant training, and ongoing competence development in the field
• Possibility to work remotely
• General fixed-term employment with possibility of extension

Application

We look forward to your application as soon as possible – warmly welcome!

Application sent to:

Women's Shelter Athena

Övertorneå – Överkalix

Tingshusvägen 2, 957 85 Övertorneå

Facebook: Women's Shelter Athena