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Upcoming Events Around Oregon

ALSO's Heart Work Tour

Join us for ALSO’s Heart Work Virtual Tour, a live, public overview of our services and the people-centered work that drives everything we do. This monthly tour highlights how ALSO supports independence, inclusion, and meaningful community connections across Oregon. During the tour, you’ll learn about our approach, the services we provide, and the impact of our work in the lives of the people we support.

About the Tour
The tour includes a guided overview and time for questions at the end. Whether you’re exploring services for yourself or someone you care for, learning for professional or educational reasons, or simply interested in our mission, you are welcome to attend.

Registration Required
Please select the date you would like to attend from the event listings below to complete your registration. After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the link to join and a reminder email 1 hour before your tour.

2026 Tour Schedule

Held on the third Tuesday of each month
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (PST)

March 17th | Register Here

April 21st | Register Here

May 19th | Register Here

June 16th | Register Here

July 21st | Register Here

August 18th | Register Here

September 15th | Register Here

October 20th | Register Here

November 17th | Register Here

December 15th | Register Here

 

In-Person Hiring Event

Make Heart Work Your Work

Date & Time: Coming Soon

Location:
ALSO – Portland Metro Office
10541 SE Cherry Blossom Dr
Portland, OR 97216

Event Description:
Join us at ALSO’s In-Person Hiring Event and take the first step toward a career that makes a difference! We’re hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living full, empowered lives in their communities.

At the event, you can:

  • Meet our hiring team

  • Learn about the DSP role

  • Enjoy refreshments

  • Interview on-site

  • Receive a same-day job offer

Starting Pay & Benefits:

  • $18.50–$20.00/hr starting pay

  • $250 Retention Bonus at 6 months (with completed training)

  • Paid Training

  • 10 Paid Holidays (including your birthday!)

  • Health, Dental & Life Insurance (Full-Time)

  • 2% Retirement Match

No experience? No problem. We provide all the training you need to succeed. Whether you bring your resume or just yourself, we’re excited to meet you.

Awareness and Appreciation

  • March 2026: Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  • July 2026: Disability Pride Month
  • September 7th through 13th: DSP Appreciation Week
  • October 2026: #NDEAM, National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Expedition: Bridge to Inclusion

Summer of 2026

More information to come!

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