News and Updates
Goings on around Albertina Kerr and our Portland Community
Notes from Kerr’s CEO
(Pictured: Kerr CEO Allison Stark (right) with Nike World Headquarters Project SEARCH participants) Dear Friends of Albertina Kerr, Each October, during National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), we recognize the immense value that workers with...
Frontline Employee Spotlight: Case Coordinators Advocate for Independence
At Albertina Kerr, Case Coordinators play a pivotal role in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Their work goes far beyond paperwork—they are advocates who ensure that every person's needs are recognized and addressed....
Frontline Employee Spotlight: Community Support Specialists Drive Inclusion
At Albertina Kerr, Community Support Specialists empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by offering personalized support that helps them succeed. Their work goes beyond daily activities, creating opportunities for personal growth and...
Frontline Employee Spotlight: Behavior Specialists Enhance Lives
At Albertina Kerr, our Behavior Specialists empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to overcome challenges and lead fulfilling lives. Kerr's three Behavior Specialists are dedicated to creating systems that support individuals who may...
Frontline Employee Spotlight: Psych Techs Support Youth in Crisis
At Albertina Kerr, our Crisis Psychiatric Care for Youth (Subacute) provides a safe, supportive space where youth can stabilize during mental health crises. Through individualized, trauma-informed care, Kerr’s Subacute program nurtures and empowers youth to recover,...
Frontline Employee Spotlight: The Heroes Behind Employment Success
Today, we recognize the dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) on their journey to meaningful employment: Job Coaches, Employment Consultants, Employment Coordinators, and Skills...
Frontline Employee Spotlight: Celebrating Kerr’s DSPs and APMs
At Albertina Kerr, our 271 Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and 32 Assistant Program Managers (APMs) play a vital role in empowering the individuals we serve. These dedicated professionals help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) gain...
Meet Dr. Swan: A New Addition to Kerr’s Crisis Psychiatric Care for Youth
Albertina Kerr is pleased to welcome Dr. Jon Swan, D.O., to Albertina Kerr's Crisis Psychiatric Care for Youth (Subacute). Dr. Swan's compassionate approach complements our team's commitment to exceptional care. He completed his psychiatry residency at the University...
Notes from Kerr’s CEO
(Pictured: Kerr CEO Allison Stark and Ron, a Kerr client, enjoying the Fun Zone at Kerr Bikes) Dear Friends of Albertina Kerr, It feels like fall with the kids returning to school and the change in the weather. This fall is extra special because Kerr will be hosting...