Read more about the services ALSO offers to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Upcoming Events Around Oregon

In-Person Hiring Event

Make Heart Work Your Work

Date & Time:
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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.

ALSO's Heart Work Tour

A no-ask event that is open to everyone. Come join us as we share our mission by showcasing our vital programs, services, team members, and people we support. Whether you’re looking to learn more about ALSO’s services or a local business looking to partner with us, the tour is open to all. We are excited to meet and learn more about each other virtually. Come meet the team and learn about ALSO. Tour Dates are from noon to 1:00 pm on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. Use our form to sign up.

Third Tuesday of Each Month | 12:00 PM PST

  • August 19th
  • September 16th
  • October 21st

 

Register for an upcoming tour.

ALSO Apartments Groundbreaking

Fall 2025 (Date TBD)

Learn more about ALSO Home

Awareness and Appreciation

  • March 2025: Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  • July 2025: Disability Pride Month
  • DSP Appreciation Week: September 7th through 13th

Expedition: Bridge to Inclusion

Summer of 2026

More information to come!

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