Caregiver/Community Support Worker

Caregiver/Community Support Worker

Independent Contractor

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Our Purpose
At Spark, we're on a mission to make a difference in the way community healthcare is done. As a leading healthcare organization, we are dedicated to supporting our clients with the autonomy to steer their healthcare journey and equipping them with the necessary resources to take control of their health.

Spark is an innovative, award-winning, inclusive and equity focused organization that matches diverse clients to the best one to one care in the community. If you have a passion for helping people and wish to collaborate with a group of like-minded individuals who are committed, hardworking and dedicated, we invite you to become part of our network of healthcare providers!

Caregiver/Community Support Worker

Our clients are remarkable individuals seeking support in Kingston and the surrounding areas. They may be navigating the impacts of a motor vehicle accident, complex medical diagnosis, mental health challenges, disability, or other circumstances that affect their day-to-day independence and participation in the community.
As a Caregiver/Community Support Worker, you will provide individualized, one-to-one support based on each client's unique needs, goals, interests, and abilities. Support may include:

• Assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and other day-to-day care needs.
• Supporting client safety, independence, and participation at home and in the community.
• Engaging clients in meaningful activities, hobbies, appointments, outings, and community-based experiences.
• Providing organization, meal preparation, transportation, emotional support, light housekeeping, and assistance with other daily tasks.
• Encouraging personal development, confidence, independence, and overall wellbeing based on the client's individual goals.

Every client and position is unique. Some clients may require primarily in-home or personal care support, while others may benefit from assistance accessing their community, building routines, developing independence, or participating in activities that are important to them.
You would be a great fit with Spark if you are compassionate, reliable, organized, and comfortable working independently. Most importantly, we are looking for people who genuinely care about the wellbeing of the individuals they support and are committed to providing respectful, person-centred care.

Requirements:

• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
• Smartphone with a data plan
• Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last 6 months

Assets:

• University and/or College education in a related field
• Valid G-class driver's licence with access to a reliable vehicle
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), CPI, or similar training
• Previous experience providing personal care, community support, developmental services, mental health support, rehabilitation support, or related services

Hours:

Flexible and client dependent scheduling options are available.

Caregiver has full autonomy in organizing and managing their schedule and availability based on client matches.

Rate of Pay:

$23-$28/hour

Why Join Spark Lifecare?

Flexible caseload and schedule: Whatever our clients age, background, or circumstances, we help them choose the perfect fit from our handpicked team of passionate, skilled and committed caregivers. As a caregiver with Spark, you have a voice in the matching process. We believe that your input will foster the best long-term relationships with your clients. At Spark, you'll have flexibility, autonomy and a team who truly cares about you.

Access to mentorship and resources: At Spark, we value community, work life balance and career development. To help foster your personal and professional growth, we partner with Spark University, a non-profit focused on connecting, educating, and empowering caregivers. Spark U provides you with learning opportunities to make sure you are providing quality care for your clients. You can check them out at: www.sparku.ca

Reward programs: Earn rewards for referring new team members and helping us grow our talented team.

Inclusivity: Whatever your age, ability, orientation, ethnicity, race, culture, religion or gender identity - you are welcome. Our community is stronger and more vibrant when it is more diverse and inclusive. We are committed to a fair, equitable, inclusive, and accessible application and selection process.

Accommodations: Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to us at recruit@sparkcares.ca

Our recruitment process may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology to assist in reviewing applications while supporting efficiency and consistency. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team to ensure fair and equitable consideration.

Check us out: www.sparkcares.ca