Program Lead for Direct Support Professionals

Community Access Services (CAS); Portland (OR); On-site; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Free CPR/First Aid training

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with

Company-paid disability & life保险

Job summary

Community Access Services in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Program Lead – Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) to guide our residential program in The Dalles. This full-time role combines hands-on support with mentoring of Direct Support Professionals, ensuring a safe, empowering home for adults with IDD.

You will build trusting relationships, support daily living activities, coordinate community outings, administer medications, and help grow the team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with IDD or working as a DSP.
• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Access Services in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Program Lead – Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) to guide our residential program in The Dalles. This full-time role combines hands-on support with mentoring of Direct Support Professionals, ensuring a safe, empowering home for adults with IDD.

You will build trusting relationships, support daily living activities, coordinate community outings, administer medications, and help grow the team.