Child and Youth Worker

Spark* Lifecare Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare organization is seeking dedicated Child & Youth Workers to join their team in Hamilton. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of youth facing various challenges. With flexible scheduling and a supportive network, you will provide personalized care, helping clients develop essential emotional and social skills. The organization values diversity and inclusivity, ensuring a welcoming environment for all caregivers. If you are passionate about making a difference and enjoy collaborating with a committed team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Access to Spark University

Networking Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling Options

Tax Benefits for Independent Contractors

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with youth and reliable.
• Ability to support emotional and social skills development.

Responsibilities

• Support youth in regulating emotions and behaviors.
• Engage clients in community activities and hobbies.

Skills

Child & Youth Care

Emotional Regulation Support

Community Engagement

Team Collaboration

Education

Child & Youth Worker Degree

University or College Education in a Related Field

Tools

Smartphone

Job description

To Apply - visit this link to complete a short video-based interview & upload your resume:https://www.jobma.com/pre-recorded-job/MzQ5ODM=/hamilton-caregiver

At Spark Lifecare, we do healthcare differently. Spark Lifecare is coming to Hamilton Ontario in Summer 2025, and we're looking to recruit the best healthcare workers to provide superior care to our clients.
Apply now to join our network of talented healthcare providers and be the first to hear about new client referrals!

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!

Child & Youth Worker

Our clients are incredible youth seeking care in Hamilton and nearby areas. 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

A ClearVulnerable Sector Check completed within the last 6 months

Assets:

• University and/or College education in a related field
  

Drivers License G class with access to a reliable vehicle

Current CPI, TCI, and/or NVCI training

Hours:

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.