Personal assistant wanted in Västerås!

We are now looking for a committed and responsible personal assistant for a woman in her 70s with MS. She lives in Västerås. In your role as an assistant, you will make a difference in her life and have the opportunity to help a person live life on the same terms as others, as much as possible. This position means you become an important part of her daily life and contribute to security, development, and quality of life.

The work includes everything from care, intimate hygiene, transfers, use of various aids, assistance with activities, etc. The workplace is in her home and wherever she is. Working hours are scheduled for day, evening, and night shifts, both on weekdays and weekends. We would also appreciate it if you can work with short notice when needed, due to illness or similar.

As you will be part of a team of personal assistants selected by and for your specific user, it is important to have a good work ethic where everyone supports each other and can work with short notice when needed, due to illness or similar. We also see that you are available during the summer and holiday periods.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We would like you who apply for the position to have a flexible and independent approach and can easily adapt to new situations. You must be able to take responsibility as you work based on the individual's needs. You should have good competence in documentation and a professional attitude. You who apply have a genuine interest and sense of care for people.

Other attributes that are good for the job are a good mood, calmness, patience, and being responsible. You must be able to speak fluent Swedish as this is a job where good communication is very important. It is a great merit if you have experience in personal assistance.

Since we value our customers' safety and security, we have a routine of requesting extracts from the criminal record for all persons employed in the company. This means that upon employment, we will request a record extract from you before you can start working.

We will only contact candidates who are relevant for interviews and the position may be filled before the last application date, so do not wait to send in your application!

Vita assistans has offices in Stockholm and Gothenburg but customers and employees in other locations around the country.