Hafnarfjörður is looking to hire a capable and enthusiastic member of staff for the short-term stay for disabled young people, located in the Setbergshverfi district.

A varied and exciting job opportunity is available in shift work. The position is 80-100% and requires the ability to work morning, evening, night and weekend shifts. Work is carried out in accordance with a set philosophy. Servant leadership. Appointment from and including 1 May 2026.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Providing service users with support with activities of daily living
• Follow plans and procedures
• Striving to enhance the quality of life and independence of disabled people and to promote their empowerment.
• General household chores
• Have fun at work and be a role model for others
• Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.

Competency requirements:

• Experience in a comparable role 
• Interest in the affairs of disabled people
• Service-mindedness and positivity at work
• Interpersonal skills
• Initiative and conscientiousness
• Independent working methods and flexibility in work
• Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement.
• Physical ability to carry out tasks in the workplace

The condition is that the person has reached the age of 20 and has a clean criminal record.

Further information about the post is provided by Hrönn Harðardóttir, Head Occupational Therapist, on 565-2545 or by email: hronnha@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 5 March 2026.

The application should be accompanied by 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.