Our Team
The Arc Oregon team of professionals have a wide variety of experience, skills, backgrounds, and expertise. Our passion for the mission and vision of The Arc drives us as we strive to bring positive change to the Oregon IDD community through our programs and services.

Alan Lytle
Operations Support Director

Alice Massey
ERC Program Manager
Life Course Ambassador

Cici Gaynor
OSNT Program Director

Diane Pearson
GAPS Advocate
National Certified Guardian

Em Braman
Executive Director
National Certified Guardian
Future Planning Consultant

Emily Canela
OTAC Trainer

Heather Gasca
GAPS Advocate
National Certified Guardian

Heidi Dixon
GAPS Advocate
National Certified Guardian

Jackie Bland
Administrative & Accounting Assistant

Jen DiBello
OTAC Trainer
Life Course Ambassador

Jenn Buss
ISP Project Manager
OTAC Trainer
Life Course Ambassador

Jennie Heidrick
OTAC Program Director
Life Course Ambassador

Jessica Dollarhide
OSNT Account Manager

Lindsay Dutton
OTAC Trainer
Life Course Ambassador

Micah Ralston
GAPS Program Director
National Certified Guardian

Missy Bartolome
Administrative Services Manager

Nicholas Kaasa
ISP Redesign Project Manager
OTAC Trainer
Life Course Ambassador

Tara Collins
Administrative Assistant
OTAC Training Coordinator

Theresa Heidt-Vanderschoot
ERC Program Consultant
Join Our Team!
If you are passionate about using your skills, knowledge and experience to make a positive difference in the lives of others, then The Arc Oregon may be the right place for you. We offer an excellent benefit package, a collaborative work environment, professional development opportunities, and flexible work schedules.