About this role
Elder Care Vision: "Together for a Better Life – Throughout Life"
Our goal is to enable seniors to remain in their homes for as long as possible, and when the need becomes too great, a placement in a care and nursing home may become relevant. In a care and nursing home, care and support are provided around the clock based on individual resident needs.
Are you interested in working with a present leadership style and creating conditions for relationships between employees and residents?
We work with a focus on high quality, where employees provide the best support to our residents. We believe that having a present leadership approach and working with a sustainable work environment is key to attracting and retaining employees.
Welcome to apply!
Job Responsibilities
As a unit manager with us, you are responsible for operations, residents, staff, and finances. Your primary mission is to ensure we operate with high-quality services where our employees provide the best possible support to our residents.
Unit manager duties include:
• Providing employees with guidance and feedback to develop care work
• Communicating values, encouraging dialogue and collaboration
• Systematic work environment management
• Rehabilitation and adaptation
• Implementing new work methods, such as introducing new digital technology
• Staff planning, staffing, and recruitment
Of course, there are challenging moments in the unit manager role, and you will have support from your unit manager colleagues, working in a team with ongoing dialogue and collaboration on shared issues. You will report to deputy operational managers who will follow up and support you in your assignment. There are also support functions in administration, finance, and HR.
Who Are You?
Working with us means making a difference and contributing to helping others have a well-functioning and meaningful everyday life. We are seeking someone who can stimulate and motivate employees in daily work. By utilizing resources where they are most needed, you ensure we can make a difference for those we serve. No two days are alike, and you must be solution-oriented and quickly adapt to new conditions. You are confident and courageous, with a strong ability to lead and communicate through change.
We are seeking candidates with a university degree, perhaps in social work, or another higher education providing knowledge in relevant legislation, behavioral science, and leadership. Beyond university education, we view positively any management or leadership training or completed internal trainee program for emerging leaders. Previous management experience is required. Experience in elder care, particularly from care and nursing homes, is viewed favorably. The position requires unrestricted Swedish language skills in both spoken and written communication.
We Offer
• Close collaboration and support from colleagues, managers, and HR
• Management and leadership development program
• Continuous skills development
• Flexible working hours
• Subsidized wellness benefits
About the Workplace
You will work within care and nursing homes, becoming a crucial resource in our area. The position is not initially tied to a specific facility and may involve supporting multiple units as needed.
Please submit your application with CV and, if possible, diploma/degree certificate.
About Umeå Municipality
Umeå Municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 employees. The municipality has approximately 440 managers and is divided into eight administrative departments. Our work and core values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvements.