Vacant job

Alma Assistans is the dedicated company that creates personal assistance in collaboration with the client. We work closely with the client and know that good relationships are the key to successful assistance. We operate throughout Sweden with our headquarters in Uppsala and local offices in Gävle, Stockholm, Gothenburg, Helsingborg, Jönköping, and Växjö.

About the young man

I am an 18-year-old guy who needs extra support in daily life. I am active and like to keep busy. I live in my own apartment in central Olofström, where there are good bus connections. During the school terms, I attend school and spend time at the youth center, where I communicate using pictures.

In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors. My wheelchair has a third wheel, allowing me to get around almost anywhere. I can stand on my legs and train in my standing frame regularly (at least 60 minutes/day). I love music. Others might get tired of hearing the same songs over and over, but I become happy and calm when I hear music I recognize. Routines are important to me, and my assistants work systematically throughout the day to create clarity.

Since I do not have a spoken language, there can sometimes be some frustration. It is important that you notice early signs and can divert me in time. It is important that I know what is going to happen and feel prepared. When people do not understand me, I can become "lightning-fast angry" and might throw something on the floor or wave my arms around. In those moments, it is important that you, as an assistant, stay calm and do not get scared. Just as quickly as I get angry, I become happy again. I always have a fox behind my ear; I like humor and laughter.

Who are you applying for the job?

You who are applying are welcome to like being active, but it is also important that you can keep things calm. You need to be stable and perceptive. Experience with autism and challenging behavior is advantageous. Most importantly, you need to stand firm on the ground and have your heart in the right place. Here you have a chance to make a difference for a young guy entering adulthood.

About the position

The position is for a temporary/summer replacement covering days, evenings, waking nights, and weekends. Working hours will be on school days Monday to Friday: 08:30–19:30, 14:30–21:30, and 21:15–09:10.

Do not wait to apply; recruitment is ongoing.