At our workplace, you'll find engaged and competent colleagues who support each other. We have a good work environment and operate in beautiful, activity-adapted facilities at Kalix Hospital. Work in outpatient care is both varied and challenging. Here you'll have the opportunity to use your expertise and develop in your role as an occupational therapist. With us, you'll become an important part of an experienced and welcoming team.
We are looking for
We are seeking a licensed occupational therapist with strong knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written. It is advantageous if you have experience working in psychiatry, neuropsychiatry, or other relevant outpatient care activities, as well as knowledge of cognitive support or activity-based treatment methods.
We place great emphasis on personal qualities. You have strong empathetic abilities and meet patients with respect, attentiveness, and understanding of their individual needs. You have a holistic perspective and consider both the patient's situation and the organization's goals. Additionally, you enjoy collaborating with other professionals and actively contribute to a good work environment. You work in a structured manner, taking responsibility for planning and prioritizing your work.
What you will be working with
Community Psychiatry Kalix is a general psychiatric clinic offering specialized psychiatric care to people over 18 years of age. Our service area encompasses Kalix, Haparanda, Överkalix, and Övertorneå. As an occupational therapist with us, you play an important role in the patient's recovery process. Your work includes assessing activity capacity and planning and implementing both rehabilitative and compensatory interventions. You provide support in creating structure, strategies, and cognitive support measures, and conduct occupational therapy evaluations, both independently and in close collaboration with other professionals. The position also includes assistive device assessment and prescription, group and individual treatments, and collaboration with care partners, municipalities, and other authorities. Documentation is conducted in accordance with applicable laws, guidelines, and procedures.
What we offer you
- A stimulating workplace with competent and experienced colleagues
- Opportunity for flexible working hours based on flexible work agreements
- Development and career opportunities where you can help create the future of health and care
- Health-promoting workplaces with access to wellness activities and wellness benefits
- Link to our benefits: https://www.norrbotten.se/sv/jobba-hos-oss/anstallningsvillkor-och-utveckling/
Information about the position
We offer you a permanent full-time employment with working hours Monday-Friday, 08:00-17:00. Start date by agreement. Selection and interviews take place on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the final application deadline.
Based on the nature of our operations and security requirements, applicants must be prepared to provide an extract from the criminal record register.
Region Norrbotten applies individual salary setting in accordance with collective agreements.
We work to employ staff with knowledge of Sweden's national minority languages and therefore value your knowledge of Sami, Meänkieli, Finnish, Romani Chib, and Yiddish. We actively work for gender balance and view diversity as a strength. We welcome employees with different backgrounds and work to make our workplace accessible to all.
We welcome your application!