Day Program
Empowering Individuals With Disabilities
Our community-based program without walls provides participants with ID/DD the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in meaningful experiences from technology, the arts, lifestyle and vocational goals. Participants are supported through hands-on training, mentorship, and a welcoming team environment where their contributions truly matter. By working alongside our staff, participants develop valuable skills, build confidence, and gain real-world experience that prepares them for greater independence and long-term success. Their commitment, creativity, and unique strengths bring energy and purpose to everything we do – making our team stronger and our community more inclusive. Join us today!
Telesha Harris
Lead Day Hab SpecialistCommunity Habilitation
Empowering Individuals With Disabilities
Community Habilitation supports individuals in developing daily living skills, social skills, and community integration in natural settings. Staff work one-to-one with participants to promote independence, self-advocacy, and participation in community activities based on individual goals and interests. This program values creativity, flexibility, and strong relationship-building skills. Team members play an essential role in helping individuals build fulfilling, self-directed lives within their communities.
Shelby Samuel
Community Habilitation SpecialistRespite
Empowering Individuals With Disabilities
Respite Services provide short-term, flexible support to individuals and families, offering relief while ensuring continuity of care in a safe and supportive environment. Staff assist participants with daily routines, activities, and community engagement while maintaining a person-centered approach. This role is well-suited for compassionate professionals who value flexibility, relationship-building, and making a meaningful difference for individuals and their families.
Allison Albino
Respite Care SpecialistResidential Programs
Empowering Individuals With Disabilities
As a Direct Support Staff member at CMA, daily, hands-on support is provided to help the people served feel safe, healthy, and empowered. This work includes assisting with personal care and daily routines, supporting participation in community activities, encouraging skill development, and promoting independence in ways that respect each individual’s goals and preferences.
A strong emphasis is placed on building trusting, respectful relationships so every individual feels valued, heard, and included. Whether supporting someone in learning a new life skill, navigating a social setting, or achieving a personal milestone, the focus remains on dignity, choice, and opportunity.
The role is both meaningful and impactful, offering the chance to contribute to real growth and positive change every day. Through collaboration, compassion, and dedication, CMA continues to foster an environment where individuals thrive — and where motivated professionals can build rewarding careers centered on purpose and service.
Melika Nurse
Direct Support Professional (DSP)Self-Direction
Empowering Individuals With Disabilities
By self-directing their services, program participants can engage in daily activities of their choosing with supports from staffers that they have identified and intentionally hired. Supporting a self-directing person can be incredibly fulfilling as your primary goal is to assist them to live their best lives. Shifts can range in task and location from practical ADL skills at home, to surf lessons at summer camp, to apply for work out in the world.
Marret Arfsten
Director of Self DirectionSupported Employment
Empowering Individuals With Disabilities
Supported Employment assists individuals in obtaining and maintaining competitive, integrated employment within the community. Staff provide individualized job development, interview preparation, workplace support, and ongoing coaching to promote long-term success and job retention. Team members work closely with employers, participants, and families to ensure supports are tailored and responsive. Joining the Supported Employment team offers the opportunity to make a direct impact by helping individuals achieve independence, confidence, and meaningful careers.
Deana Noble
Job DeveloperPre-Vocational Program
Empowering Individuals With Disabilities
The Pre-Vocational Program supports individuals in developing foundational work and life skills through structured classroom instruction and hands-on community experiences. Participants engage in volunteer sites and skill-building activities that promote independence, teamwork, communication, and career exploration. Staff play a key role in mentoring participants, facilitating meaningful learning opportunities, and helping individuals discover their strengths and interests. Joining the pre-vocational team means working in a dynamic, creative environment where education, community connection, and individualized growth are at the center of the work.
Justin Frazer
Pre-Vocational InstructorAdministration
Empowering Individuals With Disabilities
The Administration Office is the operational backbone of Community Mainstreaming Associates, providing the infrastructure that allows our direct service teams to deliver high-quality, person-centered supports every day. While much of this work happens behind the scenes, it is essential to the success and sustainability of our programs.
Work in the Administration Office strengthens the foundation that makes CMA’s mission possible. Administrative support ensures accountability, efficiency, and growth—allowing CMA to focus on what matters most: empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, independent lives in their communities.
