Community Access Services

Lead Direct Support Professionals (DSP)

Multnomah County Community Living - Portland, OR - Full Time

Program Lead – Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) 

Full-Time | Portland, Oregon | $22.25–$25.25/hour (DOE) 

Community Access Services is looking for a compassionate, experienced, and motivated Program Lead to help guide our residential program in The Dalles, Oregon. In this hands-on role, you'll continue doing what you love—supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)—while mentoring fellow Direct Support Professionals and helping create a safe, supportive, and empowering home.

If you're passionate about helping others thrive and ready to grow as a leader, we'd love to meet you!

Why Join Community Access Services?
  • Competitive Pay: $22.25–$25.25/hour (based on experience)
  • Predictable Scheduling: Consistent schedules to support work-life balance
  • Professional Growth Opportunities: Ongoing paid training, career development, and advancement opportunities
  • Strong Management Support: Collaborative leadership team committed to employee success
  • Free Training: CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration, Safety, Emergency Preparedness, and more!
  • Benefits:
    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (CAS covers up to 80% of employee medical premiums, 60% for dependents; 100% of employee dental premiums, 60% for dependents)
    • Free Hepatitis B vaccination series
    • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with employer contribution up to $500/year
    • Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
    • Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
    • 403(b) retirement plan with 3% company contribution after qualifying period
    • Employee referral bonuses
    • On-demand pay
  • Generous Time Off: PTO, sick leave, paid holidays, and personal days
  • Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP): providing up to 3 free counseling sessions, legal consultations, and financial coaching
  • Wellness & Perks: accident/critical illness insurance, pet insurance, and more!
What You'll Do as a Program Lead
  • Building trusting, person-centered relationships that respect each individual's dignity, choices, and independence.
  • Supporting daily living activities, including personal care, hygiene, meal preparation, and household tasks.
  • Encouraging participation in community outings, recreation, appointments, employment, and personal goals.
  • Helping individuals build confidence, develop life skills, and achieve greater independence.
  • Administering medications and maintaining accurate documentation.
  • Creating a clean, safe, welcoming, and supportive home environment.
  • Mentoring and serving as a positive role model for Direct Support Professionals.
  • Advocating for the rights, choices, and well-being of the individuals in your care.
  • Helping support the daily operations and overall success of the residential program.
Every day brings new opportunities to make a difference—for the people you support and the team you lead.

Qualifications
  • Previous experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) or working as a Direct Support Professional (DSP).
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to become an approved company driver.
  • Ability to pass a national background check.
  • Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and assist individuals with mobility needs.

Apply now for our full-time Program Lead position in Portland, OR. 
Apply: Lead Direct Support Professionals (DSP)
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