DSA DSP Lead - Coordinate Events

Access Community Care•Beaverton, OR

126d•$22 - $23

About The Position

Access Community Care is seeking a compassionate, organized, and motivated Lead Direct Support Professional to help lead its Daily Support Activities (DSA) program serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role coordinates activities, mentors staff, transports participants, and helps ensure the program provides safe, person-centered, and enriching experiences that promote independence and community inclusion. The position leads daily program operations, plans and coordinates activities and community outings, supports staff, and provides direct participant support. It also coordinates transportation using agency vehicles, including a passenger shuttle bus, and completes required documentation while maintaining compliance with agency policies, Medicaid requirements, and Oregon Administrative Rules. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, and serves Beaverton, Hillsboro, Tigard, and the surrounding Portland Metro area. Pay is competitive and based on experience.

Requirements

Must be at least 25 years of age at the time of hire to meet commercial auto insurance requirements for operating agency shuttle buses.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Reliable transportation and current automobile insurance.
Eligibility to drive agency vehicles, including passenger shuttle buses.
Ability to pass all required background checks.
Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides), with the ability to learn agency software.
Ability to complete required certifications and mandatory trainings.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift up to 30 pounds, and assist participants with transportation and community activities.
Leadership, accountability, organization, excellent communication, initiative, person-centered thinking, inclusion and respect for others, flexibility, and a positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Previous leadership, mentoring, recreation, event planning, or program coordination experience.
Experience coordinating community activities or leading group programs.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the daily operations of the Daily Support Activities program.
Develop and maintain monthly activity calendars, schedules, itineraries, and community outings.
Coordinate recreational, educational, volunteer, and community-based activities that are meaningful, inclusive, person-centered, and aligned with participant goals.
Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, businesses, and activity providers.
Assist with program planning and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Mentor, coach, and support Daily Support Activities staff.
Assist with onboarding and training new employees.
Model best practices in participant support, professionalism, and teamwork.
Promote effective communication and collaboration among team members and provide guidance throughout daily program operations.
Provide direct participant support while promoting independence, choice, dignity, and community inclusion.
Assist participants with community access, recreational activities, volunteer opportunities, and skill-building experiences, including one-on-one support as assigned.
Ensure participant rights, health, safety, and well-being.
Safely transport participants using agency vehicles, including a passenger shuttle bus.
Coordinate transportation logistics for community outings and activities.
Complete required vehicle inspections and transportation logs, and maintain a clean, safe, and organized vehicle environment.
Complete accurate progress notes, transportation logs, incident reports, and other required documentation.
Maintain compliance with agency policies, Medicaid requirements, and Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR).
Participate in required meetings, trainings, and continuing education.
Assist with other duties as assigned to support the success of the program.