Job Advertisement: Companion for a Teenage Girl with Down Syndrome

God Omsorg - part of God Assistans, provides respite and companion services for clients in certain municipalities. We are a company with a big heart and high competence, passionate about what we do and with extensive experience in assistance. Caring for our employees and simplifying life for our clients is the core of our operations, characterized by personal interaction, high availability, and quick service. Please read more about us on our website: www.godomsorg.se (http://www.godomsorg.se)

About Me:

I am a teenage girl with Down syndrome and severe intellectual disabilities, as well as very limited verbal language.

I enjoy going to swimming pools, taking the subway, playing games, watching movies, and visiting Korallen, which is a sensory stimulation center.

I would also like to visit the Spåvägsmuseum, the Performing Arts Museum, and the stable for horse therapy.

About the Assignment:

I need your support with stairs as I have difficulty bending my knees.

I also need your assistance both practically and verbally with dressing and undressing, toilet use, hygiene, and meals.

Your Qualifications:

You should have experience with NPF diagnoses, preferably Down syndrome, either personally or through work relationships. It would be great if you know a bit about visual support and/or TAKK. You should be a calm person who understands what low-arousal responses are. Being able to read the person you are working with, especially during transitions, is important.

Female - age is not a significant factor - suitability is the most important. You should feel comfortable changing diapers. In addition to the above qualifications, you must enjoy swimming, as it is her favorite activity. You should also have some experience with horses or feel comfortable around them.

About the Position:

12 hours/month spread over 2 - 3 times/month, preferably Saturdays, 3 - 6 hours per occasion. Start as soon as possible.

As a companion, you will accompany a client with a disability on various activities. This may involve shopping, going to museums, or perhaps having a coffee.

According to the law on background checks and God Omsorg's policy, anyone working with minors must present a certificate from the police's criminal and suspicion register before employment. You will need to order the background check yourself according to LSS from the police; the form can be found here: https://polisen.se/tjanster-tillstand/belastningsregistret/barn-med-funktionsnedsattning/ (https://polisen.se/tjanster-tillstand/belastningsregistret/barn-med-funktionsnedsattning/)