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Personal Assistant for Active Young Woman with Communication Support
Sanda Assistans ABStockholms län, Huddinge
Previous experience is desired
56 days left
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Do you want to work in an engaged team where you truly make a difference?
We are now looking for you who has your heart in the right place and experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.
About the position
The client is a young, active woman who walks independently but does not speak. She understands everything said to her in a gentle tone and uses pictures, PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System), and a tablet as communication aids.
As a personal assistant, you will help her with everything from personal care to communication, exercise, as well as various daily routines and activities.
In this role, it is important that you can handle stressful situations, especially when unexpected events occur. You will be her voice in the surroundings and therefore need to be secure, patient, and attentive.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is active, can swim, creative, and can contribute new activities
- Is pedagogical in your approach and can open up to others
- Is attentive and aware of non-verbal communication
- Can work both independently and in close collaboration with colleagues
- Has good Swedish skills in speech and writing
- Is a non-smoker
- Does not have allergies to fur-bearing animals – there is a cat in the home
- Experience with PECS, a driver's license, or speaking Spanish is a plus
Client's interests
The client enjoys the cinema, swimming pool, gymnastics, music, and meeting friends. As an assistant, you will accompany and participate in these activities – therefore, it is important that you share an interest in an active and playful daily life.
We offer
- A warm, stable, and competent team
- Good introduction and ongoing supervision
- Collective agreement and secure working conditions
Application
Are you the right person for the job? Send your CV and cover letter as soon as possible. Interviews are conducted continuously, and all recruitment is done through the system.
Apply now – we look forward to hearing from you!
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