Competent educator sought for night shifts at a specialized residential facility for adults with complex issues

Competent pedagogue sought for overnight shifts

Søndersø

Would you like to use your professional skills where they matter most – and do you thrive in night work with calm, overview and responsibility? At Stevnsbogaard on Nordfyn, we are looking for an engaged pedagogue for overnight shifts (22:00–07:30) who is passionate about creating safety and stability for adults with developmental disabilities and complex problems.

There is the possibility to work in a fixed 7/7 arrangement or other by agreement.

About Stevnsbogaard

We are a social-pedagogical residential facility (§107 and §108) located in scenic surroundings on Nordfyn.

Our approach in meeting residents is that we never refuse without an assignment. This means that in situations of conflict where the resident feels frustrated or exhibits challenging behavior, we provide the resident with an alternative directive for their behavior rather than a rejection that could make the resident feel wronged.

We work with high professional standards. For us, this means prioritizing daily sparring and close collaboration with management, colleagues and relatives. We often use internal and external supervision, have interesting training days and good individual opportunities for further education and continuing education.

Practice example

‘’Sofie is 19 years old and lives in the supported housing. She has a mild developmental disability, ADHD and periods of depression. She can react angrily and withdraws, especially when she feels misunderstood in the community. Together with her contact person, Sofie works from KRAP. They start by making a resource flower , where Sofie herself points out that she is good at helping others, drawing, maintaining her routines and saying no when something doesn’t feel right.

This gives her self-confidence and motivation. Next they use a cognitive case formulation to study a concrete situation where Sofie became angry because she thought others were laughing at her. They identify her thought: “They are teasing me,” the feeling: sad and angry, and the action: scolding and walking away. Together they find a new thought: “It’s not sure it’s about me,” which gives her more calm. To continue, they use Walk over the bridge .

Sofie learns to stop and sense what she needs in the situation – e.g., go outside to breathe, or ask for support from a staff member. Finally they make a goal ladder , where Sofie sets a concrete goal: to be able to stay in a social situation without getting angry. First step is to walk away calmly, next is to use breathing, and later to ask others what they meant – instead of assuming the worst. After several months of work with the above, Sofie experiences fewer conflicts and greater well-being.

She begins to take the initiative to use the tools in daily life.’’

We offer

As an employee with us you will receive among other things

• Permanent work in night shift 22:00–07:30
• Possibility for work every other week (7/7)
• Thorough introductory program and mentor
• High staffing level and a strong collegial community
• External supervision and professional development
• Skill development, external supervision once a month
• Good opportunities for further education and continuing education
• Flexibility in planning
• Visible leadership
• Salary corresponding to the level of competency
• Falck health scheme (chiropody, physiotherapy, etc.)

Your tasks

As a night shift worker you have an important role in ensuring

• Safety and stability throughout the night
• Observation and documentation
• Prepare documentation based on KRAP
• Prevention and handling of arising situations
• Documentation and handover to the day team

We are looking for someone who

• Has a pedagogical education and preferably experience with developmental disability with outwardly challenging behavior
• Thrives in night work and takes independent responsibility
• Is professionally well-founded – you can see beyond residents’ behavior
• Is solution-oriented and contributes with professional reflections
• Has an eye for both relationships and documentation
• Works loyally and systematically in accordance with common agreements
• Thrives in a high-complexity environment with multidisciplinary collaboration
• Takes responsibility for creating the framework for a good working environment
• Can see yourself in a dynamic workplace with room for laughter and a lot of humor
• Has a driving license (category B)

Practical information

• Working hours: 22:00–07:30
• Possibility for fixed rotation
• Interviews held on a rolling basis

We would be happy to invite you for a cup of coffee and a tour.

Contact

Application, CV and proof of education should be sent to [email protected] .

If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact

Shift planner/recruitment responsible

Anja Holst Jørgensen

Tel. 28 96 80 18

Read more about us on our website: https://www.stevnsbogaard.dk/ .