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Personal Cook #758

Provide nurturing adult caregiving and meal preparation for a client with mental health challenges in Central Ottawa. Ensure the client's safety and well-being while adapting to their specific preferences and needs.

  • On-site
  • Ottawa, ON
  • Posted Jul 22, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

Personal Cook #758 Independent Contractor Apply here to complete a short video-based interview & upload your resume: https://www.jobma.com/pre-recorded-job/MzQxOTI=/caregiver 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! Personal Cook #758 Our client is an adult woman, living with mental health challenges in Central Ottawa. Our primary focus of care is meal preparation. We are seeking someone who can provide a nurturing and supportive adult caregiving experience, with strong instincts to ensure the clients safety and well-being at all times. The ability to learn and adapt to the clients specific preferences, while maintaining a high level of attentiveness, is essential. You would be the ideal candidate if you are compassionate, reliable, and adaptable. Someone who takes pride and initiative in creating a safe, supportive, and caring environment tailored to the clients needs. Requirements: Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C Smartphone with a data plan Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last 6 months Meal preparation experience & competency in this area is required Assets: Post Secondary education or strong personal experience Imperative to have a high sense of awareness & attention to detail Experience working with individuals living with Trauma/PTSD (Mental health). Hours: 7.5 - 12.5 hours weekly Rate of Pay: $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 recruit@sparkcares.ca 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

What you’ll do

Provide nurturing adult caregiving and meal preparation for a client with mental health challenges in Central Ottawa. Ensure the client's safety and well-being while adapting to their specific preferences and needs.

Requirements

Candidates must have meal preparation competency, a valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification, and a recent Vulnerable Sector Check. A smartphone with a data plan is required.

Benefits

• Flexible Caseload • Flexible Schedule • Mentorship • Professional Development Resources • Referral Reward Programs

Listed skills

  • First AidPreferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Meal Preparation
  • Caregiving
  • Mental Health Support
  • Patient Safety
  • Adaptability
  • Compassion
  • Attention To Detail
  • First Aid
  • CPR
  • Smartphone Operation
  • Meal Planning And Preparation
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Mental Health
  • Innovation
  • Mentorship
  • Reviewing Applications
  • Trauma Care
  • Detail Oriented

Job areas

  • Healthcare
  • Social Services
  • Food & Beverage
  • Personal Coach
  • Cook
  • Cooks
  • Cooks, Private Household

Additional details

Minimum education
High school
Minimum experience
0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
13 hours per week