In-home caregiver for a six-year-old boy with autism

Would you like to make a difference for a family who needs a break in daily life?

About the job

As the parents' substitute in the home, you will help a 6-year-old boy.

The boy received an autism diagnosis in November 2025. He has difficulty with transitions, and can quickly lose focus if there isn’t a fixed structure around him.

Communication with the boy takes place with oral communication and pictograms, which support what we tell him.

When demands become too big, he can have outwardly directed behavior, e.g., his language, kicking and hitting, slamming doors. When you are out in traffic, you must have full focus on the boy, as he may risk walking across on red if something else catches his attention. When he is stressed, board games can help regulate him.

Activities he thrives in are playing games, play, drawing, making beads or various activities in the house, while the parents are out of the door, so there are fewer transitions during the day.

Working hours

Thursday 14:30-16:30 and Friday 14:15-16:15.

Workplace and pay

Since part of the service may involve excursions, the workplace can vary. However, there will be a base in 2720. The hourly wage for substitutes is DKK 132.51 per hour. When you apply for this position, you consent that Copenhagen Municipality may disclose relevant information about you to the child’s parents, so the best match can be obtained. This is necessary, as the parents decide who should be considered for employment. If the parents see you as a possible match, the Copenhagen Municipality will facilitate the further contact between you and the given family.

Further information

If you have questions, you can write an email to [email protected] or call 24 66 93 10.

Apply via the link no later than Friday the 27th of November 2026