Vacant job

We are now expanding our operations and are looking for another personal representative for the Disability Sector.

A personal representative provides voluntary support for adults with extensive and long-term mental disabilities. The assignment involves strengthening the individual's rights and opportunities in contact with various public authorities. As a personal representative with us, you will become part of an engaged team consisting of seven competent colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. One of the personal representatives also has a coordinating role.

The position is permanent with a full-time engagement (100%) and is based at our office at Österängsparken, Förlandsgränd 1C. You will work standard office hours with annualized working hours, which provides good opportunities for flexibility. The work involves a significant amount of travel by car, as clients may be living in different parts of the county. Start date as agreed.

Your new job

In the role of personal representative, you will primarily work on mapping and formulating the client's needs for support and assistance in society, in close collaboration with the individual. The support can cover areas such as finances, daily activities, work, leisure, and contacts with authorities. To succeed in the assignment, we would like you to have previous experience working with people, for example in a social profession, and feel confident in that work. It is an advantage if you have previous experience working with people with mental disabilities. You also need to have the ability to show empathy and understanding for the client's situation, while being aware of the importance of supporting without taking over the client's responsibility or tasks. Good teamwork skills are important, as is contributing to a professional and respectful work climate together with your colleagues or in collaboration with partners. Collaboration with other municipalities occurs. It is also an advantage if you have the ability to read, understand, and apply instructions and regulations from, for example, the Swedish Social Insurance Agency or other authorities.

Common tasks

• Map and formulate the client's needs for support and assistance
• Support and guidance together with the client
• Participate in contacts with authorities

Your qualifications

Requirements

• Upper secondary education that the employer deems suitable
• Good Swedish language skills (spoken and written)
• Good computer skills
• Driver's license category B (including manual transmission)

Merits

• Experience working in social services
• Experience working with people with mental disabilities
• Knowledge and/or experience in reading, understanding, and applying instructions and regulations from authorities

We are looking for you

Who makes correct assessments and prioritizations. Weighs together complex information and different types of considerations and shows judgment in statements, actions, and decisions. Has the ability to put yourself in someone else's perspective or situation without taking over the person's feelings. Is secure, stable, and has self-awareness. Sees relationships from the right perspective, distinguishes between the personal and professional. Relates in a way that is adapted to the situation. Works well with other people. Relates to them in a listening and agile manner. Listens, communicates, and resolves conflicts constructively. Takes responsibility for your task. Structures your own approach and drives your processes forward. Communicates clearly. Ensures that messages get through and that expectations are clear for all parties involved. Reminds and follows up. Is outgoing and socially active in professional contexts. Creates contacts and maintains relationships.

Great importance is attached to personal suitability.

How the recruitment process works

Interviews may take place on an ongoing basis. We want you to attach a CV and a cover letter to your application. Grades/certificates do not need to be sent with the application. We ask you to complete these if an interview becomes relevant.

Östersund Municipality has considered the choice of advertising channels prior to advertising and therefore declines calls from recruitment agencies and advertising salespeople.

What do we offer?

Östersund Municipality offers you benefits such as paid vacation from the first year of employment, vacation exchange, wellness allowance, or wellness hours. Through our benefits portal, you can access independent pension advice and a range of discounts and offers. You can also receive quick and professional support from various specialists, such as psychologists, lawyers, and economists, through the Personal Support service. You can read more about our benefits on our website: https://www.ostersund.se/naringsliv-och-arbete/jobba-hos-oss/sa-har-jobbar-vi/lon-och-formaner.html (https://www.ostersund.se/naringsliv-och-arbete/jobba-hos-oss/sa-har-jobbar-vi/lon-och-formaner.html)

About the Care and Elderly Care Administration

Within the Care and Elderly Care Administration, we apply flexible working hours for permanent employees. This means that as an employee, you have the right to work up to full-time in other operations within your sector. This gives you a chance for variation, new experiences, and a broader network. We value creating a flexible work environment where your wishes and the operation's needs meet. Working with heart here at the Care and Elderly Care Administration means that you contribute to creating simpler, richer, and safer lives for the residents of Östersund. We work with people of all ages and strive to always make a difference in everyday life. It is important. Really.