Posted 2 months ago
Caregiver/Community Support Worker
@ Spark Lifecare
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Spark Lifecare is hiring a Caregiver/Community Support Worker as an independent contractor in Ottawa and surrounding areas. The role provides one-to-one support with daily living, safety, community participation and personal development for clients facing disability, medical, mental health or other challenges. Pay is $23-$28 per hour, with flexible, client-dependent scheduling that the caregiver largely controls.
Pay:
$23–$28 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one support with activities of daily living
- Support client safety, independence and community participation
- Engage clients in outings, appointments and activities
- Provide meal preparation, transportation and light housekeeping
- Encourage personal development and wellbeing
Requirements summary:
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
- Smartphone with a data plan
- Vulnerable Sector Check within the last 6 months
- University or college education in a related field (asset)
- Valid G-class driver's licence and reliable vehicle (asset)
- NVCI, CPI or similar training (asset)
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Client sites, Home, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Standard First Aid, CPR Level C, Vulnerable Sector Check, G-class driver's licence, NVCI, CPI |
| Driver’s licence | preferred |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours |
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Spark Lifecare
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Full company description
Welcome... To a place where imagination becomes possibility. A place where limits are discarded, boundaries are broadened, passions are discovered, challenges are overcome, and lives are transformed. Spark connects you to a local community of skilled and passionate caregivers. We match our clients to people fully committed to helping them live happier and healthier lives. Our goal is to move our clients beyond surviving with their needs, and help them thrive with: * Respite Care * Companion & Attendant Care * Depression & Anxiety Support * Developmental & Disability Support * Rehabilitation Support * Gerontology & Senior Care * Therapeutic Mentoring * Special Needs Tutoring * Acquired Brain Injury Support * Occupational Therapy * Physiotherapy * Psychotherapy * Yoga Therapy * Massage Therapy * Case Management * Nursing * Social Work * Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) A spark is something that ignites, catalyzes, inspires. We are your spark. Come and ignite your life.
- LinkedIn followers
- 1,292
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 110
- Reported office locations
- 10 Florence St, Ottawa, Ontario K2P 0W7, CA
- Cornwall, Ontario, CA
- Kingston, Ontario, CA
- Brockville, Ontario, CA
- Toronto, Ontario, CA
- Quinte West, Ontario, CA
- Business categories
- Health Care
- Wellness
- Nursing and Residential Care
- Other recorded names
- Spark Lifecare
- Specialties
- Therapeutic & Traditional Respite Services
- Disability Support Services
- Senior Support Services
- Rehabilitation Support Services
- Motor Vehicle Accident Services
- and Personal Care Services
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Welcome... To a place where imagination becomes possibility. A place where limits are discarded, boundaries are broadened, passions are discovered, challenges are overcome, and lives are transformed. Spark connects you to a local community of skilled and passionate caregivers. We match our clients to people fully committed to helping them live happier and healthier lives. Our goal is to move our clients beyond…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Individual and Family Services |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2012 |
| Specialties | Therapeutic & Traditional Respite ServicesDisability Support ServicesSenior Support ServicesRehabilitation Support ServicesMotor Vehicle Accident Servicesand Personal Care Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 52 |
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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 Ottawa 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 [email protected]
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
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