Mentor

Spark Lifecare; Brockville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to empowering youth through personalized support. In this unique role, you will provide essential assistance to young individuals facing various challenges, helping them navigate their daily lives and engage in meaningful activities. This inclusive and equity-focused organization values flexibility and autonomy, allowing you to tailor your approach to each client's needs. With a commitment to diversity and a supportive team environment, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying the benefits of flexible scheduling and networking opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Access to Spark University

Flexible Scheduling Options

Networking Opportunities

Tax Benefits for Independent Contractors

Qualifications

• Experience supporting youth in challenging situations is essential.
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR C certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home support and assist youth in achieving their care goals.
• Engage clients in community activities based on their interests.

Skills

Youth Support

Team Collaboration

First Aid and CPR Certification

Independent Working

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Smartphone

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!

Our clients are incredible youth seeking care in Ottawa and nearby areas. After facing difficulties in life, complex medical needs, mental health, or difficult adjustment periods, they are looking for:

1. Support in their daily life and providing respite care for their family.
2. Assisting with their care goals and tasks.
3. Engaging the client in the community or at home with their preferred activities, hobbies, sports, or simply exploring new ones! (Each client is unique!)

You would be the ideal candidate to work with us if you are passionate about helping youth, are reliable, love working in a team, and have experience supporting youth! Care is tailored to each person, so each position is unique. Some clients need mainly in-home support, while others require support participating in community activities. Whatever the circumstances, we want people who will genuinely care about their wellbeing.

Requirements:

1. Valid Standard First Aid and CPR C
2. Smartphone with a data plan
3. A Clear Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last 6 months

Assets:

1. Experience working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
2. Drivers License G class with access to a vehicle
3. Valid NVCI, TCI, and/or CPI certification

Hours:

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

Rate of Pay:

$23+/hour

Why Choose Spark?

1. Access to Spark University.
2. Access to Spark network of caregivers and therapists.
3. Independent contractors enable you to have flexible scheduling options and tax benefits.
4. Flexibility to choose clients based on your availability.
5. 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.