About this role
Now We Are Seeking You Who Have Your Heart in the Right Place and Want to Support a Person's Life with Special Needs
What Does the Position Involve?
I am a happy and social 23-year-old guy living in Hägersten. I have cerebral palsy and use a wheelchair. I do not speak verbally but communicate through signs, sounds, and Bliss. As a personal assistant, you are expected to be my arms and legs, which means helping me with daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, doing dishes, showering, and other personal hygiene.
My interests include music, especially dance band music. It is not a requirement that we share this interest, but it is an advantage if you enjoy listening to music since I often do. I also like traveling with Viking Line and visiting relatives in Gothenburg, and we visit Böda Camping every year. This means travel is part of the work. I also attend daily activities four days a week between 9-3 PM, where I am accompanied by my assistant.
The Position:
• Part-time/on-call employment
• Variable work hours (e.g., 8:15 AM-4/5/6 PM, 4-9/10 PM, 5-11 PM, 12-9 PM)
• Approximately 7.5 hours of standby/night
• Double assistance may occur
• Scope: Extra/as needed
• Positions: 1
• Start Date: By arrangement
• Selection and interviews are ongoing, and the position will be filled as soon as possible
About You:
We are looking for a personal assistant who is:
• Collaborative
• Attentive
• Responsible
• Flexible
• A good team player
• Positive
• Social
• Active
• Able to take initiative
• Interested in understanding my needs
Key Requirements:
• Not allergic to pets
• Fluent Swedish (spoken and written)
• Non-smoker
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience as a personal assistant or in healthcare
• Experience communicating with Bliss
• Ability to step in on short notice
Additional Details:
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must provide a criminal record check
• BankID required
Nordström Assistans is an inclusive company welcoming all applicants, including those with employment support.
About Nordström Assistans:
Founded in 1998, we offer personal assistance throughout Sweden with regional offices in Stockholm, Gotland, Malmö, Jönköping, and Gällivare. We are committed to creating better living conditions and believe that with the right support, more is possible.
We follow the collective agreement between Kommunal/Vårdföretagarna.
More information: https://www.nordstromassistans.se