Vacant job

Kooperativet Hand i Hand is a member-driven organization established in 1995 for individuals entitled to assistance. Our members are located in Skåne, Halland, southern Småland, Västra Götaland, Stockholm, and Jämtland. We have offices in Halmstad, Hässleholm, and Malmö. We support our members with everything from applying for hours with Försäkringskassan/the municipality to personnel issues regarding personal assistants. We believe that the work of a personal assistant is one of the most important jobs there is, as it provides an opportunity for another person to live their life like everyone else.

Do you want to make a difference in someone else's life? We are now looking for personal assistants for a wonderful 14-year-old boy with the muscle disease SMA who lives with his family just outside Stenungsund. The working hours are scheduled between 07:00-19:00 and 19:00-07:00. We are looking for assistants for:

• Hourly substitutes: Opportunity to step in as needed during the absence of regular staff.
• Night service at 37%: Fixed schedule at 37%. Five night shifts over four weeks.
• Summer substitute at 90%: Fixed schedule during the summer while regular assistants are on vacation. One position for night service and one for day service.

About the role
As a personal assistant, you will be an important part of the boy's life and be there when he needs you the most - at home, at a friend's house, on outings, trips, or during hospital visits. You will assist him with physical needs such as hygiene, mobility, training, and other daily activities. The role requires you to be flexible, empathetic, and able to adapt to the boy's needs, with a calm and supportive presence.

We offer you:

• A meaningful role: You will have an important and appreciated place in a young boy's life.
• Support and training: Your employment begins with a training period where you shadow an experienced assistant until you feel confident in your tasks.
• A close team: You will become part of a dedicated and supportive assistant team and family that values personal chemistry and collaboration.

Who are you?
We are looking for someone who is responsible, caring, and flexible. You are attentive to others' needs and have an easy time building trusting relationships. Previous experience is not a requirement - we place the greatest emphasis on your personality and how well you fit in with the boy.

Requirements for the position:

• You speak and understand Swedish as your native language.
• You have a B driver's license and access to your own car.
• You are smoke-free.
• Approved extract from the criminal record, specifically for work with children with disabilities. Read more and apply here: Criminal Record.

Application
We interview continuously, so do not hesitate to send in your application today! Interviews are held in the boy's home where you will also meet the family. Only relevant candidates will be contacted.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact Björn at [email protected].

Make a difference and become part of our assistant family - we look forward to hearing from you!