About the role
Social directors are leading positions within social services and are responsible for leading and developing the operations. They often have an academic background in social work, law, or another relevant social science education. Social directors work strategically to ensure that the goals and legal requirements of social services are met.Responsibilities
Social directors have the overall responsibility for the social services' operations in a municipality or region. They lead and distribute the work within the department, are responsible for the budget and staff, and ensure that the operations comply with applicable laws and guidelines. They are also responsible for developing and implementing strategies for social work.Skills and tools
Social directors must have strong leadership skills, knowledge of legislation within social services, and the ability to manage complex organizations. They use tools for operational planning, budgeting, and follow-up. Communication skills, decision-making, and strategic thinking are central competencies in the role. Common competencies demanded by employers are personalansvar, budgetansvar and utvecklingsarbete.