Behandlingsassistent – sovande jour

About the role

The Treatment Assistant (night duty) works at Brogården, a residential unit within Uppsala municipality that provides assessment and support for families with children aged 0‑12 in difficult social situations. The role involves evening and night shifts, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment for children and their parents.

Key responsibilities

• Start the shift around 16:30 and work through the night until approximately 08:00.
• Carry out practical tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a therapeutic environment.
• Document interventions and activities in the designated journal system.
• Support families with daily routines, leisure activities, and behavior‑change strategies.
• Collaborate with the team to assess parental caregiving capacity and children’s needs.
• Participate in crisis interventions and acute admissions when required.

Required profile

• University degree in social work or a related field.
• Experience in assessment or therapeutic work with children (0‑12) and their families.
• Ability to remain calm and stable in challenging situations.
• Flexibility to adapt to varying individual needs and shift schedules.
• Valid B‑class driver’s licence.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time, permanent position with scheduled evening, night and weekend shifts.
• Opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team focused on child safety and family development.
• Professional development within the social services sector.