The vision for elder care is “Together for a better life—for life.” The goal is for older adults to be able to continue living in their own homes for as long as possible, and when their needs become too great, a place in a nursing and care home may be considered. At a nursing and care home, care and support are provided around the clock based on the residents’ individual needs.

As a unit manager in elder care, you’ll lead an operation where your dedication and leadership make a difference—every day. Through hands-on leadership, you guide and support your staff in providing care that centers on each individual’s needs, wishes, and circumstances.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job Responsibilities

As a unit manager with us, you are responsible for operations, residents, staff, and finances. As a unit manager in elder care, you are responsible for leading, developing, and monitoring operations to ensure they are characterized by high quality, a good work environment, and a person-centered approach. Through your leadership, you create the conditions for employees to provide older adults with a safe, dignified, and meaningful daily life.

The responsibilities of a unit manager include, among other things, working on:

• providing employees with guidance and feedback to help develop care practices
• communicating values and encouraging dialogue and collaboration
• systematic workplace safety and health efforts
• rehabilitation and adaptation
• implementing new work methods, such as the introduction of new digital technology
• staff planning, staffing, and recruitment

Of course, there are times when the role of unit manager is challenging, and to support you in your work, you’ll have the support of your fellow unit managers; you’ll be part of a team where you engage in dialogue and collaborate on shared issues. You will report to assistant operations managers who will monitor your progress and support you in your role. There are also support functions in administration, finance, and HR.

Who are you?

You have a genuine interest in the living conditions of older adults and are driven by the desire to create the conditions for high-quality care. Working with us means you can make a difference and help others lead fulfilling and meaningful daily lives. We’re looking for someone who can inspire and motivate colleagues in their daily work. By allocating resources where they’re needed most, you’ll ensure we can make a difference for the people we serve. With us, no two days are alike, so you’ll need to be solution-oriented and able to quickly reprioritize based on new circumstances. You’re confident and courageous, with a strong ability to lead and communicate effectively during times of change.

We’re looking for someone with a college degree—perhaps in social work—or another field of study that provides knowledge of relevant legislation, behavioral science, and leadership. In addition to a college degree, we view it as a plus if you have some form of management or leadership training or have completed an internal trainee program for future leaders. You have prior experience as a manager. We view experience in elder care—particularly in nursing homes and assisted living facilities—as a plus. The position requires fluent proficiency in spoken and written Swedish.

We offer you

• Close collaboration and support from colleagues, managers, and HR
• A management and leadership development program
• Ongoing professional development
• Flexible work hours
• Subsidized wellness programs

Learn more about our benefits here!

About the workplace

We are looking for a unit manager for the Lundagård nursing and assisted living facility. The facility is located in Sofiehem and has 60 apartments spread across 6 units. Lundagård is a multi-service facility, which means that other municipal services, such as a preschool and a central kitchen, are also located in the building.

We are also seeking a unit manager for the Solgården nursing and care home. The facility is centrally located in Hörnefors, close to both the town center and green spaces. Solgården has a total of 32 apartments and 1 respite care room, divided among four smaller units. Please read hereif you’d like to learn more about our facilities.

Additional Information

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

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Before You Apply

To ensure a well-informed selection process, we use screening questions based on the job requirements and your qualifications. Please answer the questions and do not simply refer to your resume. It is also important that the skills you describe are supported by the information in your resume. If the above requirements are not met, we may not have sufficient information to evaluate your application.

About Umeå Municipality

Umeå Municipality is the region’s largest employer, with over 13,000 valued employees. Our organization is divided into nine administrative 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 enjoyable 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.