Community Empowerment Specialist

Dcara

3 months ago

San Leandro, California

Onsite

Full Time

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About this role

DCARA is hiring a Community Empowerment Specialist to support Deaf* clients by providing resources, advocacy, and communication assistance in a community-focused environment. The role involves direct client interaction, community outreach, report generation, and collaboration with various organizations, all aimed at empowering the Deaf* community.

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Qualifications

Associate Degree or equivalent experience

About Dcara

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DCARA is one of the United States’ earliest Deaf-run nonprofits, focused on advancing the rights, independence, and quality of life of Deaf and hard-of-hearing people. It delivers community programs, resources, advocacy, and access services — led and governed by Deaf staff and leaders. DCARA emphasizes culturally appropriate supports such as peer services, education, and outreach to increase accessibility and inclusion. Service partners and funders seek DCARA for its lived-experience leadership and expertise in Deaf community needs.