Dcara
The Community Empowerment Specialist at DCARA provides direct services, advocacy, and resources to Deaf* clients, facilitating self‑advocacy and ensuring access to communication tools. The role involves client interaction via videophone, Zoom, or in‑person, maintaining records in Salesforce, and conducting workshops and public awareness events.
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.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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