Summer job at a home for people with disabilities – Steinahlíð 

Hafnarfjörður is seeking ambitious and enthusiastic staff for summer relief positions at a home for people with disabilities. We work according to the Servant-Leadership philosophy, with a focus on ensuring residents feel comfortable in a safe and pleasant home environment.

An exciting and enjoyable role with a variety of tasks on a shift pattern. The successful candidate must be able to work weekends, mornings, evenings and nights. 60%-90% or by arrangement.

Key responsibilities and duties:

·        Providing residents with support with activities of daily living

·        Have fun at work, be a role model for others and show initiative.

·        Adhere to service plans and procedures

·        Support residents to participate in the community and in leisure activities.

·        General household chores

·        Communication with various service providers

·        Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.

Educational and competency requirements:

·        Experience in similar roles is desirable.

·        Service-mindedness and positivity at work

·        Interpersonal skills

·        Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement, A2 language level. ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)

·        Entrepreneurialism and conscientiousness

·        Independent working methods and flexibility in work

·        Driving test

·        Physical ability to carry out tasks in the workplace

It is desirable that the person is 20 years of age or older, and a clean criminal record is a prerequisite.  

Further information about the post is provided by Kristín Ólafsdóttir, Director, on 664-5730, email: kristino@hafnarfjordur.is 

Salary in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Federation of Icelandic Municipalities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.

The application deadline is 20 March 2026.

The application must be accompanied by a covering letter and a detailed CV.

Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.