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About The Position
Join Alegria, a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. If you’re compassionate, reliable, and ready to make a real impact—we want you on our team! 💰 Limited-Time Hiring Bonus For new hires at our Dichondra home in Newark (Nov 2025 – Feb 2026): $250 sign-on bonus after 90 days $250 retention bonus after 180 days That’s $500 in bonuses just for joining and growing with us! ⭐ Why Work at Alegria? 95% employer-paid medical insurance for eligible full-time staff Affordable dependent coverage + dental insurance Employer-funded HSA, paid vacation, and 3 paid flex days Supportive team culture in warm, 3–4-person residential homes Hands-on training, paid certifications, and real career growth Work that truly changes lives—including yours 🌈 What You’ll Do Provide direct care and daily living support to adults with disabilities Help clients build skills, independence, and confidence Support with communication, social engagement, routines, and community activities Maintain a safe, positive, respectful home environment 🕒 Shifts Available Day, Evening, and Overnight/NOC Full-time & Part-time roles available now If you’re looking for a meaningful, stable job with great benefits and a team that values you, Alegria is the place to be. Apply today and start making a difference! https://www.alegriacl.org/employment/ OR call (510) 381-3305 (EOE. Training provided. Minimal experience required, and heart, dependability, and willingness to learn.) Alegria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply Now: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs?clientkey=AC04178F1C34704B0A3B6CF40A19A73B COVID-19 considerations: We are an essential business and part of the healthcare industry.
Requirements
- Direct Support Professional/Caregiver Job Requirements :
- Prior experience providing direct care and supervision to persons with special needs preferred.
- Minimum age 18 and a High school diploma or GED certificate
- Health screen, TB clearance and fingerprinting
- Valid and current California driver’s license and clear driving record
- Ability to lift 75 lbs. (to transfer individuals)
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience providing direct care and supervision to persons with special needs preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care and daily living support to adults with disabilities
- Help clients build skills, independence, and confidence
- Support with communication, social engagement, routines, and community activities
- Maintain a safe, positive, respectful home environment
Benefits
- 95% employer-paid medical insurance for eligible full-time staff
- Affordable dependent coverage + dental insurance
- Employer-funded HSA, paid vacation, and 3 paid flex days
- Supportive team culture in warm, 3–4-person residential homes
- Hands-on training, paid certifications, and real career growth
- Work that truly changes lives—including yours
- $250 sign-on bonus after 90 days
- $250 retention bonus after 180 days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
