Vacant job

I am currently looking for one or two new personal assistants to cover the summer period, and hopefully stay on as on-call assistants later on. At my place, you mostly work 24-hour shifts, which means you can accumulate many hours in a short amount of time. From mid-June to well into August, there is an opportunity to work full-time if you wish. This corresponds to approximately 7 twenty-four-hour shifts per month. You will thus have plenty of free time to sunbathe and swim between work shifts.

From autumn onwards, the role will primarily involve stepping in as needed. This is therefore perfect for you who are studying, freelancing, building your own business, or doing something else flexible. Occasionally, shorter shifts occur, for example when I need double assistance, so it is an advantage if you do not live too far away – but I have also had assistants living in other cities, and it has worked out perfectly. If you need somewhere to stay this summer, there is an apartment available to rent from one of my other assistants who is traveling away.

About me

I am a creative, engaged, and active woman in my mid-40s living on Östermalm in Stockholm together with my two extremely social – and very determined – cats, as well as perhaps a few too many plants. If you start working for me, you should therefore expect quite a bit of cat hair on your clothes and dirt under your nails.

I have a muscle disease that requires me to have personal assistance to perform physical tasks in daily life, but I always control and plan my own days. This means that as an assistant, you provide practical service for what I want to do, but you do not take care of me personally.

In my daily work, I deal with rights issues, both professionally and voluntarily. I am also a dedicated knowledge junkie and learning addict, so I often have a course going on alongside my job. (Okay, I admit it can sometimes get a bit much.)

In my spare time, I try to fit in things like concerts, theater visits, museum trips, and dinners with friends. I also love just being at home; taking care of the home, organizing my life and belongings in various smart ways, or just relaxing with a computer game. I also travel sometimes, both for work and privately. This can range from shorter trips within Sweden to longer stays abroad, so it is good if you are open to joining me on a trip occasionally.

About you

My requirements are that you:

• Are capable of working 24-hour shifts.
• Identify as a woman or non-binary.
• Understand, speak, and write Swedish fluently.
• Are a non-smoker and approximately 25 to 50 years old.
• Can work both weekdays and weekends, including major holidays occasionally.
• Are in good physical health, as the job involves some lifting and moving.
• Are vaccinated against COVID.
• Tolerate cats and other airborne allergens.
• Are flexible regarding both tasks and working hours.
• Are service-minded and can adapt to different situations.
• Are sensitive and have a sense for other people's privacy.
• Believe in human rights and the equal value of all people.

Most of those who work for me have a background in various cultural and service professions. Some have worked with animals or nature, or engage in some type of sport. Previous experience in personal assistance is therefore not necessary, but you must not be afraid to be close to another human being and dare to get involved. You are welcome to be good at things like nails, hair, sewing, crafts, hobbies, plants, cooking, cleaning, or similar. Having worked 24-hour or night shifts previously is likely an advantage. Your personal qualities and whether we "click" are of great importance. After all, we are close to each other 24 hours at a time.

The most important thing for me is therefore that you have the right attitude and that we get along well in daily life. I am looking for you who have a sense of when to take initiative and when to let things be, and who understand and respect my way of living. You do not need instructions all the time, but you should check in before going full speed ahead. You are welcome to be social, chat a bit, and behave naturally – simply be a normal human being, but still with a sense that it is my life and context we are in. It is about sensitivity, humility, and a certain fingertip sensitivity. When we are out in social settings, it is therefore important that you can blend in and stay in the background without taking over. You also need to enjoy learning things and doing things in new ways, even if it differs slightly from how you would do it yourself.

About the employment

You will be employed by my own company, which I run together with a friend. I care about my employees and I have low staff turnover, but I also expect a high work ethic in return. Collective agreements and wellness benefits are of course included. Selection and interviews take place continuously, which means the position may be filled before the application period ends.

Apply!

Do you think you would fit the job? Then read on my website before you send your application. There you will find more information about the job and me as a person (Jessica). In your application, I would like you to attach a CV and a cover letter where you describe why you are applying for this specific job and why you think you fit as a personal assistant to me specifically. Show in some way that you have read my website. I will only proceed with applications that clearly show that you have read the ad/website and understood what the job entails. Standardized letters that have obviously been sent to several employers will be sorted out.