Summer Substitute in Elderly Care and LSS

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 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, individual and family care.

The work in elderly care, LSS, and social psychiatry differs – but what is common is that you make a significant difference for people who need support every day.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Do you want to make a difference this summer? We are looking for you who want to work as a summer substitute in elderly care or LSS.

With us, you will have a meaningful job where you contribute to the well-being of others while having fun with colleagues and gaining invaluable experience.

As part of our teams, you will work closely with people and support them in their daily lives.

Job duties may include:

• Personal care and hygiene
• Assistance during meals, cleaning, and other daily tasks
• Social interaction and safe communication
• Accompanying to medical visits, activities, or errands
• Working based on help for self-help to strengthen independence
• Medication management after approved delegation

Support is needed around the clock, which means you can work days, evenings, or nights on both weekdays and weekends.

In some assignments, you will cycle or drive a car.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for you who have a warm demeanor and a genuine desire to help others. Experience or education is an advantage, but your attitude and commitment are most important to us.

We place great importance on your personal suitability.

Requirements

• The work in home care, special housing, and LSS may involve working alone, situations of threats and violence, heavy lifting, and medication management. According to the Swedish Work Environment Authority's regulations on the working environment of minors (AFS 2012:3), §6 and §8, such work is not permitted for minors. Therefore, those employed must be at least 18 years old by June 30.
• Good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written
• You can handle a physically demanding job with a lot of movement where heavy lifting may occur
• You work according to basic hygiene routines and in short-sleeved shirts
• You can work with both men and women

Meritorious

• Education in nursing or pedagogy (attach relevant grades/certificates with your application)
• Experience of similar work in elderly care or LSS
• Driving license B
• You can cycle

Read more about summer jobs at: www.ystad.se/sommarjobb (www.ystad.se/sommarjobb)

Other

• For work involving children and young people under 18 years, a police record extract is required
• Applications are processed continuously during the application period (a first selection will be made at the end of January)
• You do not need to attach a CV or cover letter, instead, please answer the questions in the application thoroughly

OTHER

Employees are sought on the condition that the position is not required by already employed staff or persons 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 obligation to have a work permit.

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

In connection with this recruitment, we kindly decline contacts from recruitment companies and other advertisers. Please 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 specified contact person.