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Developmental Service Worker

$23 - $28 per hour

Spark Lifecare

Developmental Service Worker 

Independent Contractor

Apply here to complete a short video-based interview & upload your resume:

At Spark Lifecare, we do healthcare differently. Spark Lifecare is coming to Halifax, Nova Scotia in Summer of 2026, and we're looking to recruit the best healthcare workers to provide superior care to our clients. 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!

Developmental Service Worker

Our clients are seeking healthcare professionals in Halifax and the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) areas with a passion for making a difference in the lives of those who have experienced trauma, faced complex medical diagnoses, or require support in their personal development. If this describes you, we invite you to join our team.

Our clients are seeking care from professionals with a wide range of expertise. They rely on compassionate and dependable individuals to assist them with:

  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
  • Ensuring client safety while participating in community and home based activities.
  • Behavioural Support and redirection
  • Other care tasks include: organization, meal preparation, transportation, emotional support, light housekeeping, and other daily tasks.

You would be the ideal candidate to work with us if you are someone who is reliable, organized, and can work independently. Care is tailored to each person, so each position is unique. Some clients need mainly in-home support. Others require support participating in community activities. Whatever the circumstances, we want people who will genuinely care about their wellbeing.

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
  • Drivers License G class with access to a reliable vehicle
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI)

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

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

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:

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