The Disability Services Department in the Municipality of Umeå aims to be a resource that, through close collaboration, empowers and strengthens people’s ability to live independently.

People under the age of 65 who have a disability and extensive needs for support and assistance can apply for personal assistance. A personal assistant helps a person with basic needs, such as eating, getting dressed, personal hygiene, and communication. The assistance is individually tailored and is intended to provide people with disabilities with greater opportunities to live an independent life.

Would you like a meaningful job where you make a real difference every day for a child and their family? Do you enjoy being active, spending time outdoors, and providing a sense of security for others? Then this might be the job for you.

Your Responsibilities

We are currently seeking a personal assistant for a young child who needs support with all aspects of daily care. You’ll become an important person in the child’s life and a natural part of a warm and caring family.

The job involves, among other things, helping with:

• Personal hygiene
• Getting dressed and undressed
• Mobility
• Tube feeding
• Suctioning via tracheostomy (trach)

The child requires two caregivers around the clock, which means you will always be working alongside a colleague. As a personal assistant, you’ll accompany the family on their various activities. No two days are alike, and the work can involve everything from play and daily routines to hospital visits, errands, and outings. The family enjoys being active and loves spending time outdoors in the woods and nature, so we’d like you to also thrive in an active, outdoor-oriented environment.

Who are you?

We’re looking for someone who is confident, responsible, and has a genuine interest in working with children. You’re attuned to others’ needs and have the ability to create calm, security, and joy in everyday life.

To thrive in this role, we believe you:

• Are empathetic and prioritize the child’s needs
• Are proactive and solution-oriented
• Have a positive attitude and see opportunities rather than obstacles
• Enjoy being active and coming up with fun activities
• Thrive on working closely with both the child and the family
• Have strong collaboration skills

We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

It is advantageous if you are a trained nursing assistant or have experience working in healthcare and social services, tracheostomy care, or with young children. A Class B driver’s license is also a plus, but not required.

To communicate with the child, the family, and your colleagues, as well as to document according to the organization’s procedures, you need to have a good command of Swedish, both spoken and written.

We offer

With us, you’ll have a job where you truly make a difference every day. You’ll become part of a dedicated team supporting a wonderful child and a family that values an active life filled with community, growth, and new experiences.

We welcome your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Before an offer of employment is made, we ask that you provide an extract from the police criminal records. This is the final step in the recruitment process.

About Umeå Municipality

Umeå Municipality is the region’s largest employer, with over 13,000 essential employees. Our organization is divided into nine departments, and together we work to ensure that Umeå grows thoughtfully. Our core values are based on a citizen-centered approach, transparency, trust, and continuous improvement. With us, you’ll work on missions that are vital to society, helping to ensure that Umeå remains a safe, secure, and fun place to live.

Umeå is northern Sweden’s largest city, offering a rich variety of experiences and opportunities. We’re a city of associations and culture that offers a richer life even outside of work. Here, you can learn what it’s like to live in Umeå: Moving to Umeå Municipality

Our team is growing, so maybe we’re looking for you? Do you want more, too? We offer fair working conditions, great benefits, and excellent opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as jobs that are important to everyone who lives and works here. We look forward to hearing from you.