Vacant job

At Nordström Assistans, we are now looking for you who has your heart in the right place and wants to support a person's life with specialized assistance.

What does the role entail?

I am a 28-year-old woman with cerebral palsy and a visual impairment, which means limited vision. I am looking for a personal assistant who can help me in my daily life. I need help with various tasks, such as housework, shopping, cooking, guidance in my surroundings, and support with personal hygiene.

I live in Kristianstad and lead an active life with many interests – I love horse riding, swimming, shopping, and spending time with friends and family. Makeup and hair care are also things I enjoy, so I would be glad if you could help me with that.

I work 2 days a week at an equestrian center, where I need support and assistance. Since riding is a huge passion for me, it would be fantastic if you have experience with horses and feel comfortable being around them.

Working hours:

• Day shifts 7:30–13:30, 9:00–13:00
• Evening shifts 14:00–18:00, 18:00–22:00

About you

We are looking for someone who is attentive, responsible, has good knowledge of the Swedish language, strong communication skills, and experience with assistive devices and support. We also value previous experience in personal assistance. Most importantly, there must be good chemistry between you as the applicant and the client, which may be decisive in the final selection.

Requirements

• Previous experience in personal assistance,
• Valid manual driver's license,
• Not allergic to fur-bearing animals.

Preferred qualifications

• Access to a personal car,
• Horse riding experience,
• Non-smoker.

Scope: Hourly employment. Number of positions: 1. Start date: According to agreement. Selection and interviews are conducted continuously, and the position will be filled as soon as possible. Salary: We apply individual salary setting. Other benefits in accordance with the collective agreement.

The Recruitment Process Your application may be read by staff at Nordström Assistans, by the client and their relatives and/or coordinator. Your application may be shared with our sister companies if your profile matches another position within Team Olivia. Selection may occur continuously, and the position may be filled before the final application deadline. Therefore, do not hesitate to submit your application today!

Upon Employment To be employed by us at Nordström Assistans, you must have a BankID and agree to use your BankID in the role. A prerequisite for starting employment with us is that you can present a valid ID document as well as a valid tax certificate (personbevis) and/or any documents proving your right to work in Sweden. You can easily download the tax certificate from the Swedish Tax Agency's website. Due to the fact that the role may involve solo work, night shifts, and tasks that according to the Swedish Work Environment Authority's regulations (AFS 2012:3) cannot be performed by minors, you must be at least 18 years old to work as a personal assistant with us.

If you are to work with this client, you are required to present an extract from the criminal record. From March 1, 2026, new regulations apply, meaning the register check will include both extracts from the criminal record and the suspicion register. The extract is ordered via the Swedish Police Authority's e-service. Note that processing times may vary, so it is advisable to order in good time. The extracts can be ordered with BankID via the following link: https://polisen.se/tjanster-tillstand/belastningsregistret/ (https://polisen.se/tjanster-tillstand/belastningsregistret/) and you select the option for work with "Elderly or persons with disabilities".

We recommend that you ensure you have current extracts in accordance with current legislation and the new rules coming into effect on March 1, 2026.

For you with employment support Nordström Assistans is an inclusive company. We welcome all applicants, including those who are entitled to some form of employment support through the Public Employment Service. It is voluntary to state this information in your application, or you can also inform us during a potential interview.

Nordström Assistans We at Nordström Assistans are convinced that with the right help and conditions, one can achieve more. We want to change, improve, and create the path to a better life. We have been around since 1998 and today offer personal assistance throughout Sweden, operating from regional offices in Stockholm, Gotland, Malmö, Jönköping, and Gällivare. Our success rests on our employees, and we are looking for you who want to be part of our team!

We follow the collective agreement between Kommunal/Vårdföretagarna.

You can find more information at https://www.nordstromassistans.se (https://www.nordstromassistans.se)