Staff Member for Resource Pool - Children and Youth Services

Östersunds kommun · plný úvazek

Östersund, Švédsko

The Recruitment and Staffing Unit is seeking three committed staff members for the resource pool within the Disability Sector. We are expanding our pool and are looking for you to develop in your professional role and contribute with dedication to varied and meaningful work. We offer three full-time positions, and with a full-time employment you receive 14 days off during a six-week period. A probationary period may be applied and employment begins by mutual agreement. Your new role As a staff member with us, you will work in a stimulating work environment where you have the opportunity to develop in your professional role. The assignment involves staffing various types of activities within the Disability Sector located throughout Östersund municipality. You will meet people of all ages, but mainly work in our children and youth services for ages 0–21 years. This makes the role both varied and developmental. The resource pool's task is to staff both emergency and planned absences up to 14 days and act as a resource to create added value for residents or improve the quality of services. Work follows a flexible schedule with shifts at various times around the clock. You are comfortable working independently and can work on-call and night shifts. You are available to work every third weekend, Friday through Sunday, and the schedule is planned once every six weeks in close collaboration with your work team. As a resource pool staff member, you work in a competent team that meets every six weeks at the unit's workplace meetings (APT), where we also have regular peer supervision. You provide support to residents based on individual needs, both inside and outside the home, according to the activity's daily planning. In this role you meet daily with children and young people with various needs, which requires flexibility, attentiveness, and professional conduct. You create a safe and developmental daily life for children and young people through play, movement, and educational activities. Work takes place both indoors and outdoors year-round and involves active participation in play, walks, and other activities. A low-affect approach is an integral part of the assignment. You work closely with your supervisor, who supports you in your assignment, while you also collaborate with coordinators in daily planning. The unit has a district nurse attached to it who supports you in the responsibility you have as part of delegated tasks under the Health and Medical Services Act (HSL). You also need to be able to travel to and work at workplaces throughout the municipality and be interested in working with all age groups, even though work with children and youth is your main assignment. Common work tasks Basic care. Participate in various activities such as meals/cooking, bedtime routines, waking up, visual support, everyday chores. Play and physical activities indoors and outdoors. Support and guidance in daily life. Documentation. Handle delegated tasks under HSL. Your qualifications Requirements Upper secondary education that the employer deems appropriate. We appreciate if you have a focus on care or pedagogy. Driver's license category B. Good knowledge of Swedish language in speaking, writing, and reading comprehension. Good physical ability corresponding to the possibility of active participation in play, walks, or similar activities. Merits Experience in care and support work, day and/or night shifts. Experience working with people with disabilities, particularly valued if you have worked with children with autism or other neuropsychiatric disabilities. Good computer skills. Good knowledge of care practices. Pedagogical experience from preschool or youth activities. Experience with low-affect approach in interactions. At least three years of work or professional experience. We are looking for you We are looking for you who have experience and enjoy working with children, young people, and adults. You have the ability to create safety, participation, and good relationships in encounters with others. You are attentive, empathetic, and flexible and can quickly adapt to changes while easily collaborating with both colleagues and the people you meet in your work. As a person you are confident, responsible, and communicative. You express yourself clearly and meet others with warmth and respect. At the same time, you are loyal to the organization's goals, guidelines, and decisions. Your ability to listen, collaborate, and handle different situations in a professional and respectful manner makes you a valuable part of the team. Do you recognize yourself in this description? Then we warmly welcome your application. Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability. Other information For this position, if you become a candidate for employment, you need to provide an extract from the criminal record and suspicion register that is not older than 6 months. You can order this from the police website. How the recruitment process works Interviews may take place on a rolling basis. We want you to include a CV and cover letter with your application. Grades/certificates do not need to be sent. We will ask you to provide them if you are invited for an interview. Östersunds kommun has considered the choice of advertising channels prior to publication 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 conversion, wellness allowance or wellness hours. Through our benefits portal you can access independent pension advice and a range of discounts and offers. You can also receive quick and professional support from various specialists, such as psychologists, lawyers, and financial advisors, 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 optional employment levels for permanent staff members. This means that as an employee you have the right to work up to full-time within other activities 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 our hearts at the Care and Support Administration means that you contribute to creating simpler, richer, and safer lives for residents of Östersund. We work with people of all ages and strive to always make a difference in daily life. It matters. Really.