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FOR PROSPECTIVE HOMECARE WORKERS

How can I become a Homecare Attendant and be listed on the Alameda County Registry?
What is considered a valid photo identification?
Where can I find the most updated information on training workshops, applications, benefits, or the union for homecare attendants?
What union works with homecare attendants?
What is the union's telephone number and website?
How can I check for available homecare attendant jobs?
Where is the Registry Services program at Family Bridges located?
Where can I get more information about the Registry Services program at Family Bridges?

How can I become a Homecare Attendant and be listed on the Alameda County Registry?
If you are interested in becoming an in-home care attendant and being listed on the registry, you need to follow these three steps:

1. ATTEND ORIENTATION. You must attend an orientation workshop held at any Alameda County registry site. (See list of registry locations at http://www.ac-pa4ihss.org).

Please note that you must bring a valid photo identification to attend.

Family Bridges holds orientations in Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin). Please call (510) 839-2270 ext. 203 to reserve your seat. Space is limited to 20 participants.

2. COMPLETE APPLICATION. Once you have completed the orientation workshop, you will be given the application form to fill out.

3. INTERVIEW. Then you must call (510) 839-2270 ext. 203 to make an appointment for an interview. You must bring your completed application, a valid photo identification (see list below), and a signed Social Security card.

Please note that your name on the identification card and Social Security card must be the same. Any differences in spelling or other inconsistencies will disqualify you for employment.

What is considered a valid photo identification?
One of the following must be current (not expired) to be considered valid:

• California Driver's License or California Identification card
• Passport
• U.S. military or other government identification card
• U.S. Permanent Resident card/Resident Alien card (“green card”)
• Valid student identification card issued by an accredited college or university

Where can I find the most updated information on training workshops, applications, benefits, or the union for homecare attendants?
For the most current information regarding training workshops, applications, benefits, and the union for homecare attendants (SEIU 6434) in Alameda County, please go to www.alamedasocialservices.org  or call (510) 577-3554.

What union works with homecare attendants?
The union for homecare attendants is SEIU 6434 (www.seiu-ultcw.org). Their address is 440 Grand Ave., Suite 250, Oakland, CA 94610.

What is the union's telephone number and website?
Their toll free telephone number is (888) 373-3018 or www.seiu-ultcw.org.

How can I check for available homecare attendant jobs?
Once you have joined the registry, you can check the Public Authority job hotline for current job openings, training workshops, and relevant announcements at (510) 577-5694.

Where is the Registry Services program at Family Bridges located?
The Registry Services program is located at Family Bridges' main administration building at 168-11th Street, Oakland, CA 94607. No walk-ins please; by appointment only.

Where can I get more information about the Registry Services program at Family Bridges?
For more information, please call (510) 839-2270 ext. 203 or e-mail us.

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