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Occupational Therapist at Simrishamn Municipality – Building the Future of Labour Market Activities

Do you want to use your skills as an occupational therapist to contribute to people's path towards self-sufficiency, participation, and independence?

At Simrishamn Municipality, we are building the future of labour market activities where activity requirements are a key part – and you have the chance to be part of this development.

Together, we are establishing a labour market activity that makes a real difference and creates added value for our citizens.

We are now looking for you who want to become an important part of our work – with the individual in focus. Here, you will join a dedicated team with strong faith in the future, local knowledge, and extensive experience in working closely with people. In our operations, you will interact with, for example, social secretaries, labour market consultants, and job coaches. We work solution-focused, collaborate closely, and tackle the unknown with energy and curiosity.

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Job Responsibilities

As an occupational therapist, you are a vital part of our team. You contribute with your expertise by:

• Conducting activity-based assessments and mapping physical, psychological, and cognitive prerequisites based on the individual's entire situation, with a focus on employment.
• Documenting and compiling assessments as described above.
• Identifying opportunities and obstacles in relation to labour market demands, and planning and implementing relevant interventions.
• Working in group activities and contributing to the development of our interventions.
• Collaborating with supervisors and employers to create sustainable solutions for the individual.
• Cooperating internally within the municipality and externally with other actors such as the Swedish Public Employment Service, the Swedish Social Insurance Agency, and healthcare.

Qualifications and Merits

Requirements for the position:

• Licensed occupational therapist.
• Ability to express yourself in Swedish, both orally and in writing.
• Category B driver's license.

Merits:

• Knowledge and experience in conducting activity and work capacity assessments according to AWP (Activity and Work Capacity Assessment).
• Experience working with individuals who are further removed from the labour market.
• Good knowledge of the mandates and regulations of relevant authorities.

Personal Qualities

The following skills are relevant for succeeding in this role:

You have a coaching and motivating approach and believe in every individual's ability to develop. You have experience working closely with people and have a good understanding of the challenges that may exist for those outside the labour market.

You are self-reliant and confident in making your own decisions, and a team player who contributes to a positive work environment. You communicate clearly, are professional in your interactions, and have a goal-oriented work style.

Personal suitability is given great weight.

Employment Details

• Type of employment: Permanent position.
• Duration: Permanent.
• Start date: According to agreement.

Do you see yourself in this description? Then we hope you want to become part of our team and welcome your application!

You can read more about working at Simrishamn Municipality here: https://www.simrishamn.se/om-kommunen/karriar-i-simrishamn (https://www.simrishamn.se/om-kommunen/karriar-i-simrishamn)

For you with protected personal data, we refer you to our HR department for guidance on how to apply. You can reach us via Contact Simrishamn at 0414-81 90 00.

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