**Business Description**
The Department for Disabilities is part of the Social Administration. Personal assistance is a right that allows individuals with significant disabilities to live as independently as possible. The support must always be tailored to the individual, and the user has the right to choose who their assistant will be; this is a fundamental aspect of the principle of self-determination in the LSS (Act concerning Support and Service for Persons with Certain Functional Impairments).
We are seeking 2 personal assistants for a male user.
**Job Responsibilities**
Being a personal assistant involves a varied role with diverse tasks that are adapted and designed together with the individual. The tasks are determined by the individual's needs, and working hours are spread throughout the year. The workplace is located in central Gällivare.
**Qualifications**
Experience in the healthcare profession is advantageous. Applicants should be calm, secure, and responsive to the user's needs, as well as capable of working independently. You should be flexible and proficient in the Swedish language, both spoken and written. Experience in healthcare and social services, personal assistance, or other relevant experience will be considered beneficial. Personal suitability will be given significant importance. Under the framework of the national minority language law, Gällivare Municipality is the administrative municipality for Sami, Meänkieli, and Finnish. Knowledge of any of these languages is an advantage when applying for a position in Gällivare Municipality.
**Working Hours/Duration**
Full-time, permanent position. A probationary period may apply. Working hours: shift work.
**Salary**
Monthly salary. Individual salary setting applies. Salary expectations should be stated.
**Start Date/Application**
Please include a CV with your application. Interviews may be conducted on an ongoing basis.
Start date: by agreement.
Application deadline: December 9, 2025.
**Inquiries**
Contact details for the recruiting manager:
Acting Unit Manager Clarie Dee Grundström, 0970-818 841
Union representatives:
Kommunal, tel: 010-4429919,
[email protected]
Gällivare Municipality offers you:
• Wellness benefits in the form of strength training/group training/Dundret
• Free swimming
• Access to the workplace's Wellbeing Fund
• Membership in GKFF (Gällivare Municipality's Recreation Association)
• Option to convert vacation day allowances into days off
• Leadership development program
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We warmly welcome your application!