Temporary Position in Social Care in Ystad

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 leisure activities. We also have a rich business community that operates both locally and globally.

In Ystad municipality, we are about 2900 dedicated 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.

For us, leadership is important, 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.

Do you want to start working immediately and do something meaningful over Christmas, New Year, and into the spring of 2026? As a substitute with us, you spread security, warmth, and community to people who need it the most. You gain valuable experience, develop as a person, and become part of a dedicated team in a caring work environment.

With us, you can work in elderly care or disability services and social psychiatry - areas where every effort makes a significant difference in people's daily lives:

Elderly Care – Home Care

You work in people's homes and support them with care, meals, cleaning, shopping, and social activities. During Christmas, your presence means a lot.

Elderly Care – Special Housing

In our nursing homes, you provide care and create security together with colleagues and nurses. You assist in daily life and contribute to the Christmas spirit through small, lovely moments with the residents.

Disability & Social Psychiatry

You support individuals with disabilities or mental health issues in their daily lives, leisure, and recovery. During Christmas, the work is largely about creating structure, security, and community.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

As a substitute, you become an important part of our teams during a time when many need extra support. You spread care, security, and joy and gain a work experience that truly matters.

Examples of job responsibilities:

• Support with personal care and hygiene
• Assistance with meals, cleaning, and daily chores
• Be a social companion - take walks, have coffee, converse, or decorate the tree together
• Accompany to medical visits or leisure activities

The work occurs during the day and evening, weekdays and weekends, with an extra high demand during Christmas and New Year.

We are also looking for night substitutes.

You enter your availability in our booking system TimeCare Pool. There is a chance for scheduling over Christmas and New Year, and the opportunity to continue working into the spring.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone who can start working immediately and work over Christmas and New Year, as well as into the spring of 2026. We place great importance 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
• Good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written

Meritorious:

• Education in care or educational training
• Experience in similar work
• Driving license B

To work in home care, you need to be able to cycle. It is a physically demanding job where you are very active, and heavy lifting may occur. As a substitute, we need flexibility as you may be booked for shifts close to the start of the shift.

If you have a degree in care or educational training, please attach your grades/certificates for protected professional title in your application!

In some of our LSS units, you will work with children and young adults under 18 years old. For these units, we require a police clearance certificate.

Applications are processed continuously during the application period.

In this recruitment, you do not need to fill out a CV or cover letter; instead, we ask that you answer the questions we pose in detail, thank you! Whether you are experienced or new to the profession, you are warmly welcome to apply.

OTHER

Employees are sought on the condition that the position is not needed by already employed staff or individuals with preferential rights.

Before a possible employment, we will check citizenship. If you are not a citizen of Sweden, the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, you must be able to present a valid residence/work permit or prove that you are exempt from the requirement to have a work permit.

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

In connection with this recruitment, we kindly ask for no contact from recruitment companies and other advertisers. Please also note that we only accept applications via Visma Recruit and thus not via email or other contact methods. If you have questions about the position, please contact the designated contact person.