Managerial staff in Sweden's care services is melting away: 40 out of 100 positions became vacant in two years

Frequent resignations among managers in social care and disability support services in the Skåne region of Sweden are drawing attention. Since 2024, one-third of the chiefs working in the relevant units, meaning approximately 40 out of 100 positions, have left their posts.

The department in question is struggling not only with staff turnover but also with a financial deficit. Management is facing harsh criticism due to the high turnover rate in personal care services and the lack of adequate training and experience among employees.

Director of Care Services Helena Ståhl defended the situation, stating that when compared to many other municipalities in Skåne, the situation is not unusual. Ståhl's statements reveal how widespread the problem of inter-regional management crisis is.