Vacant job

I am a soon-to-be 18-year-old guy living with my mom and little brother in Gävle. I have personal assistance around the clock, which allows me to live an independent life with family, friends, hobbies, and daily activities.

During the day, I work at a daily activity center, and in my free time, I enjoy taking walks, swimming, spending time with friends, participating in activities, and relaxing in front of the TV. I am an active person who appreciates both social settings and quieter moments at home. As my assistant, you are an important part of my daily life and enable me to live my life on my terms.

About the Position

The position involves working fixed shifts each month, with the possibility of extra shifts as needed. During the summer, there is an opportunity for more working hours. The working hours are scheduled for day, evening, and night.

The tasks include support in daily life such as:

• Personal care and close personal needs
• Communication in speech and writing
• Household chores such as cleaning and shopping
• Accompanying on activities and hobbies

Requirements for Employment:

• Valid ID
• Documents proving the right to work in Sweden
• Extract from the criminal record (”Work with children with disabilities”) from the Police

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written
• Good physical ability
• Swimmer and able to accompany and swim
• Non-smoker during working hours
• Does not use perfume or strongly scented products during shifts
• Detail-oriented and has a good sense of details
• Calm, secure, and patient
• Ability to work with respect for self-determination - you assist me in my life
• Likes children

Meritorious

• Experience working as a personal assistant
• Experience with stoma care
• Experience with tube feeding
• Experience with autism

About Assistans i Balans:

Assistans i Balans provides - with long and personal experience - high-quality personal assistance to individuals with extensive disabilities in accordance with LSS and the Independent Living movement. We aim to contribute to a more equal world where everyone, regardless of disability, has the opportunity to live an independent life with self-determination and self-respect in focus. Our service is close, personal, and continuous, and our ambition level is high. All employees receive thorough introduction, ongoing training, participate in our value work, wellness benefits, and security through collective agreements (Fremia - Kommunal).

Read more at www.assistansibalans.se (http://www.assistansibalans.se)