Humboldt Friends — $30/hr Support & Community Outreach (Arcata)
Humboldt Friends
Posted: Oct. 13, 2026
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.
THREE SHIFT OPTIONS
Evening/night: 5 p.m.–1 a.m. — $30/hr
Support friendships, meals, home activities, and light cleaning. New staff start with paid evening training. No driving required.
Overnight standby: 1 a.m.–9 a.m.
$17.40/hr standby-only; $30/hr active support. You may sleep when help is not needed, but must remain inside and respond promptly. Moving in is not required.
Daytime fill-ins: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. — $30/hr
Support community inclusion and Humboldt Friends outreach throughout Humboldt County. Attend public events, distribute magnets and cards, visit businesses to arrange information displays, and speak at Chamber of Commerce mixers. Your own insured car and valid driver’s license are required; work expenses are reimbursed.
LIVE-IN OPPORTUNITY
A 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.
No experience needed; paid training provided. Applicants must be 18+ and currently live in Humboldt County. Initial work is part-time; individual shifts are agreed separately. Background clearance is required.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit https://humboldtfriends.com/jobs/ for full details. Click “Request an application PIN,” introduce yourself, and choose your preferred shifts. Your PIN is emailed automatically. Use it to complete the application and assessment.
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