Special Needs Caregiver San Diego

Home Care Placement; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Paid orientation

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Paid sick leave

Bi-weekly pay

Caregiver of the Month bonus

Refer-a-Caregiver bonus

Fast-track career growth

70+ years of home care experience

Job summary

Home Care Placement is hiring a Special Needs Caregiver to provide non-medical in-home care to individuals with developmental disabilities under California's Self-Determination Program across San Diego County. You will follow individualized care plans, partner with families, and be a trusted presence in someone's life.

This role emphasizes compassionate, client-centered care in the home with flexible scheduling and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• At least 1 year of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities (personal or professional).
• Negative TB test within the past 12 months - reimbursement offered.
• Live Scan background check required - cost reimbursed after 60 hours worked.
• HCA Registration - company covers the cost.
• Reliable transportation.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to those you serve.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living activities: bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and toileting.
• Provide respite support so family caregivers can rest and recharge.
• Assist with routines, hygiene, homework, and coping strategies.
• Accompany clients on community outings and social activities.
• Follow behavioral strategies and care plans developed by families and facilitators.
• Provide companionship, supervision, and a calm, safe presence.
• Assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Maintain accurate shift notes and progress documentation.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Patience

Communication skills

Job description

San Diego County | In-Home Care

$19.00-$21.00/hour | Flexible Schedules | Immediate Openings

Life-changing care, delivered locally

At Home Care Placement, we believe that life-changing care is best delivered locally by people who genuinely care, show up with integrity, and treat every individual they serve with dignity and compassion. That's the heartbeat of our All Abilities service line, and it's why families across San Diego County trust us with their most vulnerable loved ones.

If you have a heart for serving children, teens, or adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and you want a team that sees you, supports you, and grows with you, you've found your place.

About This Role

As a Special Needs Caregiver on our All Abilities team, you'll provide personalized, non-medical in-home care to individuals with developmental disabilities through California's Self-Determination Program. You'll follow individualized care plans, partner closely with families, and be a consistent, trusted presence in the life of someone who needs you.

This isn't just caregiving. It's community. It's connection. It's meaningful work delivered with excellence, every single shift.

What You'll Do

• Support daily living activities: bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and toileting
• Provide respite support so family caregivers can rest and recharge
• Assist with routines, hygiene, homework, and coping strategies
• Accompany clients on community outings and social activities
• Follow behavioral strategies and care plans developed by families and facilitators
• Provide companionship, supervision, and a calm, safe presence
• Assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation
• Maintain accurate shift notes and progress documentation

Who You Are

You lead with compassion and never cut corners — because integrity isn't just a value here, it's how we show up for every client, every day. You're patient, reliable, and steady under pressure. You understand that safety and wellness aren't checklists — they're commitments. And you believe that the best care happens when families, caregivers, and coordinators work as one team.

You might currently be or have experience as:

• A DSP (Direct Support Professional)
• School aide or paraprofessional
• ABA therapist or behavioral aide
• Respite provider or personal assistant
• A family caregiver ready to turn your experience into a career

Experience supporting individuals with Autism, Down Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities, Behavioral Disorders, or Sensory Challenges is a strong plus.

Why Caregivers Choose Us

• Competitive Pay: $19.00-$21.00/hour based on client needs
• Flexible Scheduling - shifts that work around your life
• Paid Orientation - 5 hours of paid training before your first shift
• 401(k) Plan - we invest in your future, not just your present
• Health Benefits - available for qualifying employees
• Paid Sick Leave
• Bi-Weekly Pay
• Caregiver of the Month - $150 recognition bonus
• Refer-a-Caregiver Bonus - earn up to $300 per referral
• Fast-Track Career Growth - agency experience is recognized and rewarded
• Backed by 70+ years of combined home care expertise

Requirements

• 18 years or older
• At least 1 year of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities (personal or professional)
• Negative TB test within the past 12 months - don't have one? We'll reimburse it
• Must pass Live Scan background check - cost is reimbursed after 60 hours worked
• HCA Registration - we cover the cost
• Reliable transportation
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to those you serve

Serving All of San Diego County

We're hiring across the region including San Diego, Chula Vista, Escondido, Oceanside, El Cajon, Carlsbad, La Mesa, Santee, Poway, Vista, Encinitas, National City, Spring Valley, Lakeside, Ramona, and many more communities.

Life-changing care, delivered locally, that's our promise.

Ready to Join the All Abilities Team?

We are an equal opportunity employer.