Support Assistants for LSS Residential Facility in Torvalla

Östersunds kommun · plný úvazek

Östersund, Švédsko

Would you like meaningful work where you contribute to better living conditions for our residents? We are now seeking two support assistants for two of our LSS residential facilities in Torvalla. You will be primarily placed at one of the facilities. Here you will work closely with individuals with various disabilities and provide support in daily life, both at home and in the community. The goal is to create conditions for as independent and active a life as possible. You will be part of a dedicated team that together creates a safe and developmental environment. The work is based on each individual's needs and circumstances and is characterized by a pedagogical approach according to KASAM (comprehensibility, manageability, and meaningfulness). The facilities have their own common areas and offices. Working hours vary and include day shifts, evening shifts, overnight on-call duty, and weekends. You work according to a rotation schedule, which gives you the opportunity to influence your schedule within the framework of the organization's guidelines. These are permanent full-time positions. 80 percent of the work is allocated to one of these facilities, and the remaining 20 percent you work at other workplaces within the Disability Sector. Start date by agreement. Your New Job As a support assistant, you provide individually adapted support to residents based on their needs and circumstances. You help residents manage their daily lives and any challenges that may arise. Activities are a natural part of the work and may include walks, outings, social activities, or everyday errands - always with the goal of strengthening participation and quality of life. The work is varied and requires you to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks during a shift. You work closely with colleagues and other professionals such as nurses, support pedagogues, occupational therapists, and physiotherapists to create a comprehensive approach for each individual. The role includes care, care-related services, and healthcare tasks performed under delegation. You document in the Viva journal system. The role also includes contact person responsibility, which means you are responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring interventions, always with a habilitative approach. In the organization we use alternative and augmentative communication (AAC), including sign language support TAKK to strengthen participation and communication. Experience with AAC and TAKK is therefore a merit. The position may also involve transporting residents to and from activities and various errands, which means a Class B driver's license is a merit. Common Work Tasks Support and guidance in the individual's daily life Assistance with personal hygiene Grocery shopping, meal preparation, cleaning, and other household chores Perform delegated healthcare tasks according to the Health and Medical Services Act, such as medication management Participate in various activities together with the individual Documentation Your Qualifications Requirements Education as a support assistant, nursing assistant, or other education the employer deems equivalent Good knowledge of Swedish in speaking, writing, and reading comprehension Merits Experience working in the disability sector Experience working in care and support Experience with AAC/TAKK Knowledge of dementia/Alzheimer's Good computer skills Class B driver's license Great weight is placed on personal suitability. We Are Looking for You We are looking for someone who is secure, stable, and takes responsibility for their work. You are flexible and adapt easily when circumstances change, while maintaining a holistic perspective on your work. You enjoy collaborating with others and build good relationships with colleagues, residents, and other professionals. With a thoughtful, respectful, and professional approach, you contribute to a positive work environment and handle challenges constructively. We also see that you are self-motivated and feel confident planning, organizing, and driving your work forward. To thrive and succeed in this role, you need to be clear in your communication and ensure that information reaches the right people. You follow up when needed and contribute with your colleagues to a high-quality organization where the resident's needs and circumstances are at the center. A Word from Your Future Manager Hello and welcome! I am looking for someone who wants to make a difference in the daily lives of our residents. With us, you will have the opportunity to contribute safety, commitment, and joy - together with a great team. I hope you become curious about becoming part of us! Best regards, Cecilia Other Information Police Record Extract If you become a candidate for employment, you must provide an extract from the police record. The extract is ordered via the Police website, polisen.se. The police record that should be ordered is "Work with elderly or adults with disabilities". Note that you do not need to send the police record with your application. It will be presented in connection with a potential employment. How the Recruitment Process Works Interviews may take place on an ongoing basis. We want you to attach a CV and cover letter with your application. Grades/certificates do not need to be sent. We will ask you to provide these if an interview becomes relevant. Östersunds Municipality has considered the choice of advertising channels before publication and therefore declines calls from recruitment firms and advertising salespeople. What Do We Offer? Östersunds Municipality 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 a range of discounts and offers. You can also receive quick and professional support from various specialists, such as psychologists, lawyers, and economists, through the Personnel 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 you as an employee have the right to work up to full-time within other operations in your sector. This gives you an opportunity for variety, new experiences, and a broader network. We strive to create a flexible work environment where your wishes and the organization's needs are met. Working with your heart in the Care and Support Administration means you contribute to creating simpler, richer, and safer lives for residents in Östersund. We work with people of all ages and strive to always make a difference in everyday life. It matters. Really.