Humboldt Friends — $30/hr Support & Community Outreach (Arcata)

About the role

Support an autistic adult in Arcata and help grow Humboldt Friends, a local friend‑making and inclusion project. Help people connect through shared meals, activities, community outreach, and welcoming local events.

Responsibilities

• Support friendships, meals, home activities, and light cleaning (evening/night shift).
• Support community inclusion and Humboldt Friends outreach throughout Humboldt County (daytime fill‑ins).
• Attend public events, distribute magnets and cards, visit businesses to arrange information displays, and speak at Chamber of Commerce mixers.
• Perform overnight standby: remain on‑site, respond promptly when needed, may sleep when help is not required.

Requirements

• Applicants must be 18 years or older.
• Currently reside in Humboldt County.
• Pass a background clearance.
• For daytime fill‑ins: own insured car and valid driver’s license (work expenses reimbursed).

Qualifications

No prior experience required; paid training is provided for all shifts.

Benefits

• Live‑in opportunity: selected permanent live‑in aide receives a private bedroom with free rent, utilities, and high‑speed Wi‑Fi (subject to Housing Authority approval and continued employment).
• Paid training for new staff.
• Work‑related expenses reimbursed for daytime shifts.

Pay

• Evening/night (5 p.m.–1 a.m.): $30 /hr.
• Overnight standby (1 a.m.–9 a.m.): $17.40 /hr standby‑only; $30 /hr when providing active support.
• Daytime fill‑ins (9 a.m.–5 p.m.): $30 /hr.

Schedule

• Evening/night shift: 5 p.m. – 1 a.m.
• Overnight standby shift: 1 a.m. – 9 a.m.
• Daytime fill‑in shift: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Shifts are agreed individually; initial work is part‑time.