Personal Assistants for Staffing Pool

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Are you a confident and flexible person who enjoys variety in work and helping people who need support? Then the role of personal assistant in our staffing pool might be for you. We are now seeking two personal assistants for our staffing pool who want to contribute to creating independence, participation, and security for our residents in their daily lives. As a personal assistant with us, you will have a stimulating work environment where you have great opportunities to develop in your professional role. The assignment involves staffing various types of tasks within the Disability Sector located throughout Östersund municipality. The pool's mission is to staff both planned and emergency absences. Working hours follow a flexible schedule with service around the clock and vary depending on who you work with, including daytime, evening, overnight on-call, weekends, and 24-hour shifts. As a team member in the pool, you participate in schedule planning together with your work team. For this assignment, you also receive a salary supplement. These are permanent positions at 100%. A probationary period may apply, and start date is by agreement. Your New Job As a personal assistant in the pool, you are an important source of security for residents with disabilities. You work independently and provide support both in and outside the home, always based on the individual's needs, wishes, and circumstances. The work is varied and you encounter different types of tasks. You assist with everything from personal care and intimate hygiene to everyday activities such as shopping, cooking, walks, laundry, and cleaning. You may also accompany residents on activities, outings, and be a trusted companion and support in social situations. In this role, you work to promote health, contribute to increased independence, and create conditions for a safe and meaningful daily life for the resident. The assignment involves covering absences within the unit, and your main workplace is in the resident's home. We offer varied and meaningful work where as a personal assistant you have the opportunity to make a real difference. Today we support 13 residents with various disabilities, ranging in age from 4–80 years. This creates a dynamic work environment where flexibility and the ability to adapt are important qualities. We appreciate your ability to support, motivate, and guide residents in their efforts to participate in society and take part in activities outside the home. Documentation is part of our work that we are required by law to perform. It is therefore important that you have good computer skills. Common Work Tasks Support and guidance in the individual's daily life Participate in various activities and outings with the individual Support and help the resident with social contacts Personal care Medication management Documentation Your Qualifications Requirements Driver's license and access to your own vehicle are required, as some residents live outside the city center Experience in care and support work Good knowledge of Swedish in speaking, writing, and reading comprehension Meritorious Experience working as a personal assistant Education that the supervisor deems relevant to care work is meritorious; however, your personal qualities will be valued higher Good computer skills We place great emphasis on personal suitability. We Are Looking for You We are looking for someone who wants to provide every resident with safe, respectful, and individualized support in their daily life. To thrive with us, you need to be flexible and able to adapt when circumstances change, while seeing opportunities in new situations. You work in a structured manner and can plan, organize, and prioritize your work in a way that creates security for the resident. In challenging situations, you remain calm and focus on what is important. The role often involves independent work, and we are therefore looking for someone who takes responsibility and drives their tasks forward on their own initiative. You have good collaboration skills, communicate clearly, and are responsive in interactions with both residents, family members, and colleagues. With your relational abilities, you build trust and contribute to good, professional relationships. Through your personal maturity and judgment, you approach different situations with calm, respect, and thoughtfulness. Since our residents have different ways of communicating, we also see that you have pedagogical ability and can adapt your way of conveying information so that it is understandable, safe, and supportive for each person. Other Information Before any employment, you must provide an extract from the criminal records registry and the suspicion registry. You will receive more information about this if we deem you relevant for the position. How the Recruitment Process Works Interviews may take place on an ongoing basis. We want you to include a CV and personal letter with your application. Grades/certificates do not need to be sent. We will ask you to provide these if an interview is scheduled. Östersunds kommun has considered the choice of advertising channels before posting this announcement and therefore declines calls from recruitment firms and advertising salespeople. What Do We Offer? Östersunds kommun offers you benefits such as paid vacation from the first year of employment, vacation exchange, wellness contribution or wellness 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 Employee 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 Support Administration Within the Care and Support Administration, we apply flexible 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 are committed to creating a flexible work environment where your wishes and the organization's needs are met. Working with heart for us at the Care and Support Administration means you contribute to creating simpler, richer, and safer lives for Östersund residents. We work with people of all ages and strive to always make a difference in everyday life. It matters. Really.Are you a confident and flexible person who enjoys variety in work and helping people who need support? Then the role of personal assistant in our staffing pool might be for you. We are now seeking two personal assistants for our staffing pool who want to contribute to creating independence, participation, and security for our residents in their daily lives. As a personal assistant with us, you will have a stimulating work environment where you have great opportunities to develop in your professional role. The assignment involves staffing various types of tasks within the Disability Sector…

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9. 7. 2026

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23. 7. 2026

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