Furubakken consists of 18 apartments where round-the-clock care is provided to people with various needs for assistance in their daily lives.

Furubakken is a unit within the Hovlitunet Care Center, which opened in June 2021. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to help shape the operations of a great unit alongside many dedicated colleagues. We are committed to providing person-centered care with a focus on activities, empowerment, and assistive technology.

Job Details:

• Furubakken has 2 open positions for healthcare assistants, working every other weekend, with a work percentage between 16% and 25%, adjusted according to the shift schedule.
• The positions involve rotating day and evening shifts. Night shifts may be required
• Salary is based on position code 7076 healthcare assistant / 7719 skilled worker with vocational school education
• We encourage college students to apply, as well as students in healthcare programs.

Job Responsibilities

• Personal care and nursing
• Food preparation and serving
• Administering medication for those with authorization
• Environmental care
• Providing practical assistance in the home
• Activity planning
• Documentation. We use Gerica

Requirements:

• License or certification as a healthcare worker
• Other healthcare education may be considered
• Proficiency in written and spoken Norwegian with good communication skills
• Ability to use ICT as a work tool

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in elder care

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply regardless of gender, ethnic background, religion, functional ability, and age.

Personal qualities:

• Has a positive attitude toward making a difference for the residents of the unit
• Focus on activities
• Follows established plans and procedures
• Possesses strong communication and collaboration skills
• Personal suitability will be emphasized

We offer:

• Comprehensive pension and insurance plans through KLP.
• Employment on the terms set forth in applicable laws, regulations, and agreements at any given time.  2% of gross salary is deducted for pension.
• A work environment with dedicated and skilled colleagues.
• Skilled worker allowance of NOK 10,500 for a full-time position
• Opportunity for an educational grant of up to NOK 150,000 for nursing and social care students
• Cafeteria

Additional information:

Please submit your application electronically via our website: www.sondre-land.kommune.no

• A valid police clearance certificate in accordance with the Health and Care Services Act

  Section 5-4, first paragraph. See the Health Personnel Act § 20a, second paragraph; this must be submitted before starting work.
• Before starting work, a self-declaration regarding tuberculosis, MRSA, and measles must be submitted in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Applicants with foreign education must have approval from the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Competence (HK-dir) in order to be hired for a permanent position. 
• Certified copies of diplomas and certificates must be presented at the interview and upon request.

Exceptions to public disclosure must be justified

Søndre Land Municipality practices a policy of greater transparency, cf. Section 11 of the Public Administration Act. This means that all applicants are listed on a public applicant list.  Special circumstances are required to be granted an exemption, cf. Section 25 of the Public Administration Act.

Søndre Land Municipality is an inclusive workplace with empowered employees who value diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of background, gender, or disability.

Interviews by appointment.