Vacant job

Ystad is the small town with big opportunities. Here you will find unique nature experiences, a vibrant history, a dynamic cultural life, and a variety of recreational activities. We also have a rich business community that operates both locally and globally.

In Ystad Municipality, we are about 2900 engaged employees who contribute and make a difference. Together, we create a better everyday life for our residents, businesses, organizations, and visitors, now and in the future.

Leadership is important to us, which is why all managers are trained in developmental leadership. We offer you a secure employment where you make a meaningful contribution to society. Here you will also find many career opportunities in an organization that is constantly evolving.

We stand firmly on our values, which are - Better Together, characterized by courage, trust, participation, and professionalism.

Within the social care administration, about 1200 dedicated employees work to provide support and care to those in need in our municipality. The work takes place within elderly care, home care, disability services, and social psychiatry, as well as individual and family care.

The work within our operational areas differs slightly. Below you can read briefly about what the work in the different operations entails.

Elderly Care, Ordinary Housing: To enable individuals to stay at home and feel safe and well, we offer home care. Your role is to support the care recipient in living as independently as possible. The job is free and varied with great responsibility. Here you have the opportunity to be outdoors and move around in our fantastic summer environment.

Elderly Care, Special Housing: In our facilities, you assist the elderly with more extensive care and support needs. This may involve physical disabilities due to age or illness. Together with supportive colleagues, you work to create wonderful days and a warm, safe, and joyful environment for those living here.

Disability and Social Psychiatry: The department is responsible for LSS housing, daily activities, housing support, short-term stays, and personal assistance. With great commitment, we work with the individual's needs at the center and based on a belief in the individual's own abilities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

By working as a substitute with us, you gain invaluable experience and train your social skills that are useful in all types of jobs in the future! At work, you will meet people with various disabilities or meet the elderly in elderly care where you are part of their everyday life.

"Many are afraid that it involves a lot of hygiene, but it is so much more than that. It includes bingo, outdoor activities, social interaction, baking, you get so much back." Linda - Substitute within LSS.

Tasks you may perform include:

• Cleaning
• Personal hygiene and care
• Preparing breakfast, serving lunch and snacks
• Social interaction, e.g., going for walks, organizing activities, and in some cases, walking pets
• Accompanying to the hairdresser and health center
• Assisting with medications

Support is needed around the clock. This means you can work days and evenings, weekdays as well as weekends.

There is an opportunity for a summer schedule during the period of weeks 23-35.

QUALIFICATIONS

We place great emphasis on your personal suitability and prefer that you are attentive, cooperative, and social. You want to help people live their best lives and treat those around you with respect.

Requirements:

• You must be at least 18 years old to perform the tasks according to the requirements of the Work Environment Authority.
• Proficiency in Swedish, both spoken and written (approved in basic Swedish for compulsory school grade 9 or SFI D).

Meritorious:

• Education in nursing or pedagogical training.
• Experience in similar work.

To work in home care, you need to be able to cycle, and some of our positions require a driver's license.

When you choose to apply for this position, you will be directed to a main advertisement. There we will handle your application based on how you choose to respond to the selection questions. In this recruitment, you do not need to fill in a CV or cover letter; instead, we ask that you respond thoroughly to the questions we ask, thank you!

Applications are processed continuously during the application period.

OTHER

Employees are sought on the condition that the position does not have to be claimed by already employed staff or individuals with preferential rights.

Ystad is the small town with big opportunities. Here you will find extraordinary nature experiences, a vibrant history, a bustling cultural life, and a variety of recreational activities. There is also a rich business community that operates both locally and globally.

Ystad Municipality works for a good personnel policy that promotes well-being and good work performance. We believe in engaged employees who create a better everyday life for our residents.

Our value foundation Better Together is characterized by four words that clearly summarize what we as an employer stand for; Courage, Trust, Participation, and Professionalism.

All employees should be offered the conditions for good health, and therefore we actively work on our work environment. We offer wellness benefits and a smoke-free working time.