Vacant job

About me:

I am an almost 18-year-old young man living with my mother and younger brother in Gävle. I have personal assistance around the clock, which allows me to live an independent life with my family, friends, hobbies, and day activities.

During the day, I work at a day activity center, and in my free time, I enjoy taking walks, swimming, hanging out with friends, participating in activities, and relaxing in front of the TV. I am an active person who appreciates both social gatherings 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 own terms.

About the position:

We are currently looking for an employee for a temporary position at 75-80%. The position primarily involves night work, but occasional day shifts may occur if needed.

The temporary contract runs until August, with good opportunities for extension for the right person.

We are looking for someone who is responsible, flexible, and comfortable working independently during night hours. You are confident in your role and easy to collaborate with when needed.

Administrative requirements:

To be employed, you must present a valid ID, personal certificate, any documents proving the right to work in Sweden, and a police record extract. This can be ordered at www.polisen.se (https://www.polisen.se). Choose the extract titled Work with children with disabilities.

Job duties:

The duties 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 to activities and leisure interests

Staffing responsibility:

The position also includes an extended responsibility as a staffing coordinator, according to a rotating schedule among assistants. This means that if needed, you will receive calls from colleagues in case of illness and be responsible for solving the staffing issue. If no one else can step in, you may need to cover the shift yourself. This task is compensated separately.

You will be employed through Assistans i Balans, which gives you a secure employment with thorough introduction, supervision, and opportunities for further education.

Requirements:

• Good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written
• Good physical fitness
• Swimming skills and ability to accompany and swim
• Non-smoker during working hours
• Do not use perfume or strongly scented products during work shifts
• Meticulous and has a good eye for detail
• Calm, secure, and patient
• Ability to work with respect for self-determination - you assist me in my life
• Enjoy being around children

Merits:

• 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 high-quality personal assistance to people with extensive disabilities in accordance with the LSS (Support and Service Act for Persons with Certain Functional Impairments) and the Independent Living movement, drawing on long and personal experience. We want to contribute to a more equal world where everyone, regardless of disability, is given the opportunity to live an independent life with self-determination and self-respect in focus. Our service is close, personal, and continuous, and our level of ambition is high. All employees receive thorough introduction, ongoing training, participate in our value-based work, receive fitness benefits, and enjoy security through collective agreements (Fremia - Kommunal).

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