About this role
Personal Assistant Wanted for a Woman in Hässelby Villastad
We are looking for a personal assistant for "M," a 63-year-old woman living with her husband and cat in Hässelby Villastad.
"M" has significant mobility impairments and requires assistance around the clock. She communicates using a speech computer and partially through unclear speech, which makes it essential that you have excellent skills in the Swedish language, both spoken and written.
**Job Responsibilities**
As a personal assistant, you will help "M" with all aspects of her daily life—both planned and unplanned.
The work includes, among other tasks:
- Personal care (e.g., intimate hygiene, oral care, and dressing)
- Assistance with transfers and daily routines
- Participation in activities, such as vacations and outings (including trips to Öland)
- Common household chores
**Personal Qualities**
You will be a very important part of "M’s" life. We are looking for someone who is:
- Responsible – both in relation to "M’s" needs and towards your colleagues
- Patient and attentive – taking the time to understand "M’s" communication and needs
- Empathetic – with the ability to understand others’ situations and show respect
- Calm and organized, yet flexible when plans need to change
- Thorough and orderly in your work approach
It is a great advantage if you have a sense of humor and enjoy music. A driver's license is preferred, but you must be able to cycle and swim. Knowledge of aquarium maintenance is considered a special merit. Due to the close assistance needs, we are only seeking female candidates.
**Employment Type and Working Hours**
You will be offered a part-time position, where you will initially work alongside an experienced assistant. Afterward, you will primarily work as a substitute during sickness or other temporary needs.
Shifts primarily occur during:
- 08:30–16:00
- 16:00–22:00
- 22:00–08:30
- Double shifts: 11:00–16:00
There is the greatest need for someone who can work 11:00–16:00, 16:00–22:00, or 11:00–22:00.
It is highly advantageous if you live in or near northwestern Stockholm.
**Experience**
- At least 5 years of experience as a personal assistant or equivalent
- Personal maturity and life experience are highly valued
Employment conditions are according to the collective agreement with Kommunal, with individual salary setting.
The employer will be IGS Assistans AB.
IGS Assistans is a private company with over 25 years of experience in personal assistance. They currently have about 300 employees and are located in bright, modern office premises near Globen in Stockholm, with space for staff meetings and training. They place great emphasis on the individual preferences and self-determination of their clients.
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