Staff member wanted for the Centre – a resource for disabled people
Apply for a jobApplication deadline from: 30.04.2026
Application deadline: 10.05.2026
Contact: thordisru@hafnarfjordur.is
Hafnarfjörður is looking to hire a dynamic employee for a rewarding position at the Miðstöðin, a newly merged work and activity centre for people with disabilities. The work is carried out according to a philosophy Servant leadership.
This is an exciting, educational and progressive 100% future role with a variety of tasks. A standard day's work from 8 am to 4 pm or 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Providing service users with support with activities of daily living
- Promote the activity and social participation of disabled people in society.
- Follow service plans and procedures
- Enable service users to work and take part in various leisure activities.
- Provides support and accompaniment in work and activity
- Other duties as described in the job description
Competency requirements:
- Experience in a similar role is desirable.
- Interest in the affairs of disabled people
- Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement.
- Service-mindedness and positivity at work
- Interpersonal skills
- Initiative and conscientiousness
- Flexibility in work
The condition is that the person has reached the age of 20 and has a clean criminal record.
Further information about the role is provided by Þórdís Rúriksdóttir, Head Occupational Therapist. thordisru@hafnarfjordur.is or by phone: 565-5100
Salary in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Federation of Icelandic Municipalities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.
Umsóknarfrestur er til og með 10. maí 2026.
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.