Department Description
The Functional Support Department provides support and services to children, youth, and adults with disabilities. We work based on LSS (Act Concerning Support and Service for Persons with Certain Functional Impairments) and the Social Services Act to strengthen individuals' independence, security, and participation. The department includes day activities, housing with special services, supported living, support and service housing, short-term housing for children, leisure activities, respite care and companion services, and personal assistance. The Functional Support Department makes a real difference in people's daily lives and creates the conditions for independent and meaningful living for everyone.
Job Duties
As a support assistant at Forsheden, based on each client's needs, circumstances, and interests, you will work to ensure good living conditions. You will support clients in their daily life by working according to the implementation plans that are established and following the facility's guidelines and objectives. The position also includes work as a contact person where you, together with the client, other professionals, and representatives, establish and follow up work based on the implementation plan. In the facility, we use the documentation system Pulsen Combine. Your work also includes planning/supporting/accompanying activities and providing support to clients in managing their homes. The facility has common areas and spaces that you will share responsibility for with the work team.
Qualifications
You have healthcare education or other education that the employer considers equivalent. Knowledge and experience within the field of disability support is an asset. You must be able to work independently and in collaboration with other staff and have good interpersonal skills. You must be able to express yourself well in speech and writing in Swedish and have good digital competence. As a person, you are confident and secure in your role and have a good ability to act professionally in all situations that arise. The facility involves physical activities with clients, so you must have basic physical fitness and an interest in planning and performing activities. Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability. Within the framework of the national minority language law, Gällivare Municipality is the administrative municipality for Sámi, Meänkieli, and Finnish. Knowledge of any of these languages is an asset when applying for employment in Gällivare Municipality.
Gällivare Municipality Offers You:
· Wellness benefits in the form of strength training/group training/Dundret
· Wellness hour
· Access to the workplace's wellness fund
· Membership in GKFF. You can read more here: Jobs, internships and volunteering | Gällivare Municipality
Working Hours/Duration
Employment level 100%, Permanent position. Probation period may apply. Work schedule: day/evening/night/weekends.
Salary
Monthly salary. We apply individual salary setting—please indicate your salary expectations in your application. Salary according to agreement.
Start Date/Application
Please submit a CV with your application. If requested, original documents must be provided. Interviews and recruitment are ongoing.
Start date: by agreement.
Application deadline: 2026-08-31
Contact Information
Unit Manager, Malin Kronmarker
Phone: 0970-818195
Email: [email protected]
Trade Union Representatives
Kommunal 0970–818000 switchboard
Warm welcome with your application!Department Description
The Functional Support Department provides support and services to children, youth, and adults with disabilities. We work based on LSS (Act Concerning Support and Service for Persons with Certain Functional Impairments) and the Social Services Act to strengthen individuals' independence, security, and participation. The department includes day activities, housing with special services, supported living, support and service housing, short-term housing for children, leisure activities, respite care and companion services, and personal assistance. The Functional Support…