Sozialpädagogische Fachkraft (m/w/d) - Allgemeiner Sozialer Dienst (Sozialarbeiter, Sozialpädagoge

Job Offer: Sozialpädagogische Fachkraft (m/w/d) - Allgemeiner Sozialer Dienst

The Landkreis Rotenburg (Wümme) is seeking a Social Pedagogical Specialist (m/w/d) for the Youth Welfare Office, specifically for the General Social Services department in Bremervörde. This position is available immediately or at the earliest possible date.

About the Youth Welfare Office:

The Youth Welfare Office is part of the Social Services Department and comprises approximately 130 employees. The General Social Services department, with 26 specialists across three locations, is part of a larger team of approximately 40 specialists in five units, focusing on the well-being of young people and their families.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

Every young person has the right to development and education towards an independent personality. You will play a crucial role in advising, supporting, and guiding individuals through this process, collaborating with various partners.

Key Tasks:

• Advising Parents and Guardians: Provide guidance to (expectant) parents and guardians in fulfilling their parental responsibilities, actively involving young people in the process.
• Needs Assessment and Support: Identify the support needs of children, adolescents, their legal guardians, and young adults. Initiate and manage appropriate support measures based on SGB VIII (Social Code Book VIII).
• Child Protection: Exercise the state's guardianship role to ensure the protection of minors. Investigate any significant indications of child endangerment and initiate necessary protective measures.
• Family Court Proceedings: Prepare socio-pedagogical statements and participate in court hearings as part of the involvement in family court proceedings.

Your Profile:

• Educational Background: A degree (Diplom/FH, Bachelor, or Master) as a state-recognized social worker (m/w/d), social pedagogue (m/w/d), or curative educator (m/w/d).
  • Alternatively, a degree in pedagogy (Diplom-Pädagoge m/w/d) or a completed Bachelor's or Master's degree in educational sciences, childhood education, or psychology, coupled with at least two years of professional experience in various socio-pedagogical fields.
  • Graduates nearing completion (approx. 7 months) of a social work or social pedagogy degree, including state recognition, are also encouraged to apply, with the possibility of seamless transition into employment.
• Legal Knowledge: Basic understanding of SGB VIII / KJSG (State Youth Welfare Law), FamFG (Code of Civil Procedure), and KKG (Protection of Young Persons Act).
• Interpersonal Skills: Empathy for individuals from diverse backgrounds and with complex challenges. Ability to support individuals in developing their unique strengths.
• Teamwork and Independence: Capacity to work independently, collaboratively within a team, and with other services and cooperation partners.
• Responsibility: Understanding the significance and scope of responsibilities within the General Social Services and willingness to assume accountability.
• Driving License: A valid Class B driving license is required for external appointments.

What We Offer:

• Flexible Working Hours: Structured around operational needs, with options for multi-day time-off accrual.
• Work-Life Balance: Support for balancing professional and personal life through potential telework, home office arrangements, and various part-time models.
• Job Security: A high degree of professional stability.
• Annual Bonus: A year-end bonus paid in November.
• Professional Development: Continuous learning and skill enhancement through personalized support and targeted training.
• Commuter Benefits: Convenient access via public transport, with connections from Bremervörde station to Buxtehude, Bremerhaven, and Cuxhaven.
• Generous Leave: 30 days of annual leave (based on a 5-day week), combinable with time-off accrual. Two additional regeneration days per year. December 24th and 31st are non-working holidays.
• Health and Wellness: A comprehensive corporate health management program including health weeks, in-house seminars, corporate fitness options, and bicycle leasing.
• Team Building: An annual team day within working hours for your specific area.

Position Details:

• Classification: According to Pay Group S 14 TVöD.
• Location: Bremervörde.
• Contract: Permanent, full-time (39 hours/week), also suitable for part-time employment (with a requirement to work at least one afternoon per week).
• Start Date: As soon as possible.

The Landkreis Rotenburg (Wümme) is committed to employing individuals with severe disabilities. Applications from men are particularly welcome, aligning with equal opportunities principles.

Further Information:

• Contact for Role Details: Mr. Siebelts (04761 983-4520)
• Contact for Application Process: Mr. Schlarmann (04261 983-2175)

Application Deadline:

January 4th, 2026.

Please submit your application, including all relevant documents (CV, certificates), preferably via our online application portal: karriereportal.lk-row.de.

Alternatively, applications can be sent by post to: Landkreis Rotenburg (Wümme), Haupt- und Personalamt, Postfach 14 40, 27344 Rotenburg (Wümme) Or via email to: bewerbungen@lk-row.de.