Job Posting: Support Workers and Care Assistants
Location: Finland (Iisalmi, Kiuruvesi, Kuopio, Mikkeli, Savonlinna, Varkaus)
Employment Type: Temporary · Full-time
Deadline for Applications: 31.07.2023
About Job
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact and build a rewarding career in Finland, the happiest country in the world? Savas Foundation is currently seeking dedicated support workers and care assistants for learning and developmental disability work on a permanent basis.
About Savas Foundation: Savas Foundation is one of the leading providers of support services for individuals in need within the Savo region. They primarily offer services to people with learning disabilities, individuals on the autism spectrum, and those undergoing mental health rehabilitation.
The care homes provided by Savas Foundation offer a safe and comfortable environment where each client has their own private apartment. In most cases, round-the-clock support is available. The dedicated employees take care of the clients’ everyday life at different stages, ensuring their well-being.
With approximately 350 social and health professionals, Savas Foundation is committed to providing exceptional care. Their care homes and activity centers are located in Eastern Finland, an area known for its friendly communities, pristine lakeside nature, and the world’s clearest air. Savas Foundation offers a safe and natural place for you and your family to live, with affordable living costs compared to other parts of Finland. Everything you need, including hobbies, schools, shops, and childcare, is easily accessible.
Requirements:
- Social or healthcare education
- Work experience in these fields is considered an advantage
- Fluent English language skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Positive and value-based approach to work
- Availability for 24-hour care, 7 days a week
Responsibilities:
- Assisting clients in their daily activities
- Providing basic care
- Supporting participation, inclusion, and communication
- Performing household chores
- Ensuring meals are taken care of
- Assisting with clients’ activities and medical treatments
Working in the care homes involves morning, evening, and night shifts, with a weekly working time of 38 hours and 15 minutes. Vacations and other benefits are determined in accordance with the Avaintyönantajat Avainta Ry collective agreement.
Salary
The basic gross salary ranges from 2200–3300 €/month, depending on work experience and position. Additional compensation is provided for evenings, nights, weekends, and other applicable labor agreements.
Relocation Package
Savas offer a comprehensive relocation package to support your transition to Finland:
- Permanent and full-time contract with a motivating salary
- Free Finnish language training in your country of origin
- Language course and orientation training in Finland
- Extensive orientation at the beginning of your career, with ongoing support from supervisors and co-workers
- Comprehensive occupational health care
- Activities and events to promote working ability and well-being
- Opportunity to study alongside work with an apprenticeship contract to become a community nurse
- Assistance with housing arrangements, including payment of the rental deposit
- Support for your family’s settlement, including spouse’s job placement, schools, childcare, etc.
- Guidance for financial support, such as TMS-support to cover relocation costs like rent and flight tickets
Recruitment Process:
If you are interested, please submit your CV and a motivation letter. Suitable candidates will be invited for job interviews conducted in cooperation with EURES North Savo.
Financial Support
As this recruitment is done in collaboration with EURES, ELY (Centre for Economic Development), and the involved cities, you may be eligible for financial support through EURES, such as:
- Reimbursement of interview expenses (up to 100-350 euros, depending on distance)
- Reimbursement for relocation or moving to the new country after securing the job (700-1400 euros, depending on the country of destination)
- Reimbursement for qualification recognition according to actual costs (up to 1000 euros)
Join Savas Foundation and embark on a rewarding career where you can make a difference in the lives of individuals with learning and developmental disabilities. Click Apply now and be part of a supportive team in the beautiful country of Finland! You can also send a free-form application by e-mail to: rekrytointi@savas.fi.
