Vacant job

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

About the position

We are currently looking for personal assistants for a woman with Down syndrome and autism. We are looking for you who can work extra when needed, with the possibility of more hours during the summer. The working hours are day shifts only, typically 09:00-16:00 on weekdays and weekends. In this role, you will support the client in her daily routines, such as personal hygiene, meals, and dressing/undressing. You will also participate in activities together with her. There are dogs in the home, so you should not have a fear of or allergy to fur animals. Smoking takes place in the home.

About the client

The client is a 45-year-old woman who enjoys being out in nature, walking, swimming, and going on outings – preferably to the zoo. She has a sense of humor, likes dogs, and appreciates company that can motivate and challenge her in her personal development.

About you

As a personal assistant with us, you play a crucial role in creating a safe and meaningful everyday life for our client. You will be an important part of their life and contribute to their independence and well-being.

We believe that you who apply for this position are a person with humor and a twinkle in your eye. You are responsible, secure, and flexible. The most important thing is that there is personal chemistry between you as the applicant and the client. This may become decisive in the final selection.

Requirements

• No allergy or fear of fur animals, as there are dogs in the home.

Merits

• Knowledge of TAKK (Total Communication Approach),
• Valid driver's license and access to a car.

Scope: Extra when needed, with the possibility of more hours during the summer. Number of positions: 3. Start date: Immediately. 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.

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 be ongoing, and the position may be filled before the final application date. Therefore, do not hesitate to submit your application today!

In case of employment To be employed by us at Nordström Assistans, you need to have a BankID and agree to use your BankID in the service. A prerequisite for starting employment with us is that you, as the applicant, can present a valid ID document as well as a valid certificate of personal data (personbevis) and/or any documents proving the right to work in Sweden. You can easily download the certificate of personal data from the Swedish Tax Agency's website. Due to the fact that the position may involve solo work, night work, 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 register. From March 1, 2026, new regulations apply meaning that the register check will include both extracts from the criminal record register and the suspicion register. The extract is ordered via the Police Authority's e-service. Note that processing time may vary, so the order should be made in good time. The extracts can be ordered with BankID via the following link: https://polisen.se/tjanster-tillstand/belastningsregistret/ and you choose the one 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 that come into force 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 Swedish Public Employment Service. It is voluntary to state this information in your application, or you can also inform us during a possible 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 existence. 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