Rehabilitation Staff for Skogsgläntan
Boden, Sverige
Type of Employment Full-time
Job position Caregiver/Job Coach/Housing Support Worker
Work model On location
Application due date 15 November 2026
Are you the one?
At the Municipality of Boden, you’ll be part of community development and work on solutions for a sustainable future. You’ll find support, trust, and opportunities to grow—alongside dedicated colleagues. We believe in daring to try new things and offer secure working conditions as well as meaningful work, both in your professional role and as a person. Learn more about what we offer at www.boden.se/jobbaiboden Skogsgläntan consists of two villas specializing in social psychiatry. Both villas provide care for residents with complex care needs related to substance abuse and mental health issues. We may require a 6-month probationary period. We look forward to receiving your application! 1 position(s). JOB DUTIES Working with individuals with complex care needs related to substance abuse and mental health largely involves a relationship-building approach in close collaboration with networks and other professionals. The work is varied as you’ll meet different people with different needs and circumstances; therefore, it’s very important that you can work in a flexible and structured manner and that you’re curious about the clients you meet.  As a rehabilitation staff member, you’ll be part of our efforts to actively strengthen each individual’s own resources. Support is tailored to the individual’s needs and wishes and can therefore take many different forms. Together with the individual, you will work to foster motivation for change and growth, and to help them develop their ability to manage challenges using new strategies in their daily lives. Taking an outreach approach and adopting a coaching style based on a recovery-oriented approach and Motivational Interviewing (MI) is part of the job, as is being flexible and able to restructure the client’s day based on their daily well-being.   Assist and provide guidance with daily routines (e.g., ADLs) based on the client’s implementation plan, and serve as a guide and mentor in social interactions with other clients or the community.    Nursing duties are part of the role, and work is scheduled during day, evening, and weekend shifts. QUALIFICATIONS We are looking for candidates who have at least a high school diploma in the Health Care and Social Services program or other education that the employer deems equivalent. It is advantageous if you have a degree from a two-year post-high school program at a folk high school or vocational college (KY/YH) with a focus on social pedagogical work, or a college degree with a corresponding focus. Previous experience working in social psychiatry and under the LSS is also a plus. We strive to build a team with diverse skill sets. We place great emphasis on personal suitability, where flexibility and the ability to take initiative are key qualities. Furthermore, you have a professional approach and the ability to collaborate with individuals, family members, representatives, colleagues, other professional groups, and neighbors. The job requires a pedagogical approach that is structured and clear, combined with patience and sensitivity, in order to engage, motivate, and guide others. We place great importance on personal suitability. A Class B driver’s license is required. Employment Type: Permanent position. Duration: Permanent; Start Date: Recruitment is ongoing, and the start date is negotiable. Boden is a modern small town at the heart of the green transition. Here, we’re building the society of the future with sustainable solutions for housing, business, and everyday life. The municipality plays a key role in the region’s development, with easy access to the city, nature, and two river valleys. This is what we call “life close to nature.” As an employee with us, you’ll become part of a growing community. We offer an environment where you can grow in your role, where ideas are encouraged, and where you make a difference—both for the people here and for the future. When applying for a job with us: • Use our e-recruitment system for a secure and fair process • You’ll be covered by a collective bargaining agreement and have access to a wellness allowance and wellness hours • Contact the person listed in the job posting if you have any questions • We actively promote diversity and strive for an even gender and age distribution • We have a smoke-free workplace • Our health portal offers activities and inspiration for a sustainable work-life balance • Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and inspiration For all new hires, an extract from the Police Criminal Records Registry must be submitted prior to employment. If you order by mail, the envelope must not be opened when you present it. To facilitate the processing of your application, you can request an extract yourself in advance at https://polisen.se/tjanster-tillstand/belastningsregistret/arbete-i-hemmet-med-aldre-och-personer-med-funktionsnedsattning-e-tjanst/