Special Needs Caregiver - San Diego

Home Care Placement; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Orientation

401(k) Plan

Health Benefits

Paid Sick Leave

Bi-Weekly Pay

Referral Bonuses

Supportive Team

Career Growth

Job summary

Home Care Placement is expanding its in-home services for children, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities in San Diego County. The Special Needs Caregiver role emphasizes compassionate, patient, non-medical care aligned with individual care plans and family collaboration.

Responsibilities include ADL support, companionship, advocacy, and light housekeeping. The team offers paid orientation, flexible scheduling, and a supportive environment backed by decades of home care experience.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for individuals with developmental disabilities or similar settings.
• Ability to follow personalized care plans and maintain accurate notes.
• Commitment to safety, confidentiality, and respectful patient care.
• Must pass background checks (Live Scan) and TB test within the required period.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ADLs including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and feeding.
• Provide respite support to family caregivers.
• Offer companionship and supervision to individuals with special needs.
• Support socialization and community outings.
• Perform light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Follow routines and behaviors outlined in care plans.
• Maintain accurate shift notes and progress updates.
• Collaborate with families and the caregiving team.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Patience

Communication

Job description

Position: Special Needs Caregiver– San Diego
Area of Service: San Diego County

HOME CARE PLACEMENT

A trusted in-home care agency in California, is now expanding to serve families through the Self Determination Program for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Who You Are:

You are a compassionate and dependable caregiver with a heart for serving children, teens, and adults with special needs. You’re eligible, patient, and passionate about making a difference –whether it’s helping someone learn a new skill, participate in a community activity, or feel safe and supported at home.

The Role:

As a Special Needs Caregiver, you’ll provide non-medical in-home care to individuals with developmental disabilities. You’ll follow personalized care plans and partner with families and our team to provide compassionate, consistent, and meaningful support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assistance with ADLs: bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and feeding
• Respite support for family caregivers
• Companionship and supervision
• Support with socialization and community outings
• Light housekeeping and meal preparation
• Assistance with routines: hygiene, homework, coping tools
• Following behavioral strategies and care plans developed by families or facilitators
• Maintaining accurate documentation (shift notes and progress updates)

Bonuses & Recognition

• $300 Refer-a-Caregiver Bonus
  Know someone great? Refer them! Earn $150 after they work 60 hours and another $150 after 120 hours.
  (You must be actively employed to refer someone and at the time of payout.)
• $150 Caregiver of the Month Bonus
  Get recognized for your dedication and outstanding service!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive Pay: $19.50–$21.00/hour (based on client needs)
• Flexible Scheduling – Choose shifts that fit your life
• Paid Orientation – 5 hours of paid training to set you up for success
• 401(k) Plan – Invest in your future
• Health Benefits – Available for qualifying employees
• Paid Sick Leave
• Bi-Weekly PayEmployee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonuses
• Supportive Team – Backed by 70+ years of combined home care experience
• Career Growth – We fast-track caregivers with agency experience

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older
• At least 1 year of experience caring for individuals with developmental disabilities (personal or professional)
• Negative TB test within the past 12 months
• Must pass Live Scan background check
• Reliable transportation and punctuality
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude

Preferred Experience:

• Clients with: Autism, Down Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities, Behavioral Disorders, or Sensory Challenges
• Previous roles as a: School Aide, ABA Therapist, Personal Assistant, Respite Provider, or DSP- a plus!
• Familiarity with Self-Determination or Program or Regional Center clients

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Locations We’re Hiring In:

San Diego, Alpine, Bonita, Bonsall, Cardiff by the Sea, Carlsbad, Chula Vista, Coronado, Del Mar, Descanso, El Cajon, Encinitas, Escondido, Fallbrook, Imperial Beach, Jamul, La Jolla, La Mesa, Lakeside, Lemon Grove, National City, Oceanside, Poway, Ramona, Rancho Santa Fe, San Diego, San Marcos, San Ysidro, Santee, Solana Beach, Spring Valley, Valley Center, Vista