Child and Youth Worker

Spark • Lifecare Inc.; Brockville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Brockville is seeking a passionate Child & Youth Worker. The role involves supporting youth facing challenges like trauma and mental health issues, helping them develop essential emotional and social skills within a client-focused environment. With flexible scheduling and a commitment to diversity, Spark offers a unique opportunity for dedicated caregivers.

Benefits

Access to Spark University

Flexible scheduling options

Networking opportunities and social events

Qualifications

• Reliable and passionate about working with youth.
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR C required.
• Completed Vulnerable Sector Check within the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Support youth with regulating emotions and behaviors.
• Develop social and emotional skills for healthy relationships.
• Engage clients in community activities and hobbies.

Skills

Teamwork

Emotional Regulation

Social Skills Development

Education

Child & Youth Worker degree or equivalent

Job description

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!

Child & Youth Worker

Our clients are incredible youth seeking care in Brockville. After experiences such as trauma, complex medical diagnoses, mental health, or issues in their natural development, they are looking for :

• Supporting with regulating emotions and behaviours
• Developing social and emotional skills for healthy relationships
• Accompaniment and engagement into the community while participating with their hobbies and interests
• Understanding their unique needs and goals

You would be the ideal candidate to work with us if you are passionate about working with youth, are reliable, love working in a team, and have a Child & Youth Worker degree or equivalent.

Requirements :

• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR C
• Smartphone with a data plan
• Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last 12 months

Assets :

• Experience working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• University and / or College education in a related field
• Driver’s License “G” class with access to a reliable vehicle
• Current CPI, TCI, and / or NVCI training

Flexible and client dependent scheduling options are available. Once a schedule is agreed upon between the caregiver and the client, our team requests and expects this schedule to remain consistent.

Rate of Pay : 25-$28 / hour

Why Choose Spark?

• Access to Spark University.
• Access to Spark network of caregivers and therapists.
• Independent contractors enable you to have flexible scheduling options and tax benefits.
• Flexibility to choose clients based on your availability.
• Networking opportunities and social events.

Whatever our clients’ age, background, or circumstances, we help them choose the perfect fit from our handpicked team of passionate, skilled and committed health care providers. As a healthcare provider 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.

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 accessibility in the candidate application and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements of the position. Applicants are asked to please make their accommodation requirements known when contacted.

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Child And Youth Worker • Brockville, Brockville, Canada