Occupational Therapists for Central Östersund and Torvalla

Östersunds kommun · Full-time

Östersund, Sweden

Are you an occupational therapist interested in home health care and assisted living? Then you might be the one we're looking for! The Care and Social Services Department in Östersund Municipality is now recruiting two occupational therapists for the licensed personnel unit in the central Östersund area and the Torvalla area. We are now seeking two occupational therapists, one for the central Östersund area and one for the Torvalla area. As an occupational therapist in central Östersund, you will work from our new premises at Österängsparken, and in Torvalla from the office on Nävervägen. Both locations are centrally situated in their respective areas with good bus connections. You will have your own office space and work in a close team with other occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and district nurses on a daily basis, which creates good cohesion and collaboration. The unit manager, nursing assistants, and home care staff are also located in these offices, which contributes to a centered and smooth work day. In your work, you will assist residents both in special housing (SÄBO) and in home health care. The positions are full-time (100%), and you will work Monday through Friday, 08:00-17:00. We have annual working hours, which provides flexibility in your working time, provided the work permits it. Expected start is as soon as possible or during the fall. Your New Job As an occupational therapist, you will plan, lead, and carry out rehabilitation work. You are the one who assesses needs and creates conditions for individuals to live as meaningful a life as possible by implementing the support measures they need. The work includes prescribing aids, delegating and coaching staff and family members. In your work, you collaborate closely with physiotherapists and district nurses, and work closely with other licensed professionals and support staff within the area's home care teams and the special housing facilities we serve. The work includes case reviews and collaboration with colleagues where there is great opportunity for collegial support. Additionally, professional development meetings for all occupational therapists in the municipality are held 2-3 times per term for competency development purposes. During these meetings, for example, new work methods, procedures, or aids can be discussed, or other training can be provided. In other words, there are good opportunities to develop in the role. Typical Work Tasks Rehabilitation interventions Implement health-promoting and preventive measures Participate with others in patient matters Follow up on interventions Collaborate with physiotherapists, nurses, and other agencies Your Qualifications Requirements Licensed occupational therapist Class B driver's license Merits Work experience as an occupational therapist Experience from municipal health and social care We're Looking for You The person we seek is flexible, adapts to changed circumstances, and sees opportunities in new situations. You are confident and stable, take responsibility for your tasks, and conduct yourself in a way that is well-adapted to the situation when meeting with residents, family members, and colleagues. With a good holistic perspective, you consider what is best for the organization in your actions and work loyally according to established goals, guidelines, and decisions. You communicate clearly, attentively, and with engagement. Through personal maturity, responsibility, and an independent work style, you drive your work forward in a structured and professional manner. We Welcome Your Application! How the Recruitment Process Works Interviews may take place on a rolling basis. We would like you to attach your CV and a personal letter with your application. Grades/certificates do not need to be sent with your application. We will ask you to provide these if an interview is scheduled. Östersund Municipality has considered the choice of advertising channels prior to posting this announcement and therefore requests that recruitment firms and advertising salespeople refrain from contacting us. What Do We Offer? Östersund Municipality offers you benefits such as paid vacation from the first year of employment, vacation conversion, fitness allowance, or fitness hours. Through our benefits portal, you can access independent pension advice and numerous discounts and offers. You can also receive quick and professional support from various specialists, such as psychologists, lawyers, and economists, through the Personal Support service. You can read more about our benefits on our website: https://www.ostersund.se/naringsliv-och-arbete/jobba-hos-oss/sa-har-jobbar-vi/lon-och-formaner.html About the Care and Social Services Department Within the Care and Social Services Department, we apply optional employment levels for permanent employees. This means that as an employee, you have the right to work up to full-time within other operations in your sector. This gives you a chance for variety, new experiences, and a broader network. We value creating a flexible work environment where your wishes and the organization's needs meet. Working with heart in the Care and Social Services Department means that you contribute to creating simpler, richer, and safer lives for the residents of Östersund. We work with people of all ages and strive to always make a difference in everyday life. It matters. Really.