Launching in the Greater San Diego Region
The Inclusion Way is expanding into the Greater San Diego Region, bringing our life-transforming community engagement model to empower adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Our mission is simple yet powerful:
To provide fulfillment and financial freedom for our employees by delivering life-transforming community engagement services for the individuals we support.
We’re looking for compassionate, creative, and motivated individuals to join our launch team as Community Inclusion Specialists (POD Leaders).
As a Community Inclusion Specialist (POD Leader) at The Inclusion Way, you’ll lead small groups (“Pods”) of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in meaningful community-based activities that promote independence, purpose, and joy.
Your work will directly help members set and achieve goals for independent living while contributing to a culture of inclusion and belonging throughout the San Diego community.
Full-time, Nonexempt
Requires a valid driver's license
Employees will need to have reliable transportation for the member (client), providing daily pick-up and drop-off, and will receive mileage reimbursement in accordance with current IRS provisions. Employee vehicles must be registered, insured, pass monthly vehicle inspections, and be capable of transporting up to four (4) members (clients).
Requires a reliable vehicle with valid registration and insurance
Mileage reimbursement for all business-related travel
Starting Pay: $22.00/hour
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options
Paid sick days, holidays, and vacation time
Effective time management and prioritization
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent organizational abilities
Healthy and consistent use of emotional intelligence in daily interactions
Reliable problem-solving and decision-making skills
Dependability in attendance, task completion, and Member supervision
The Inclusion Way is a values-driven company uniquely positioned for rapid growth throughout the Greater San Diego Region.
We invest in people who embody our Core Values:
Humility
Enthusiasm
Adaptability
Resiliency
Trustworthiness
Our leadership team is committed to driving business growth by investing in the development of our people.
You’ll have opportunities for advancement as we expand across the Greater San Diego Region and develop new community hubs.
We believe personal fulfillment is essential to professional success.
Pod Leaders typically work Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with occasional evening or Saturday activities for community events.
Schedules are adjusted accordingly—and overtime pay is available when applicable.
We support a healthy balance, allowing you to have energy for family, hobbies, and rest.
The Inclusion Way operates community-based hub locations throughout the Greater San Diego Region. As much as possible, Pod Leaders are assigned hub locations as close to their homes as possible; however, there is no written guarantee, verbal assurance, or other explicit commitment. Therefore, it is expected that all employees will work as assigned and directed.
Success at The Inclusion Way involves more than completing tasks—it’s about being the right fit for our shared values and priorities.
We thrive on collaboration, empathy, and purpose-driven connection.
If you want meaningful work, community impact, and a pathway to personal and professional growth—this is your opportunity to make a difference.
Submit your resume and a short statement about why you believe in community inclusion and how you align with The Inclusion Way’s mission.
This position is posted through our TriNet PEO hiring platform, making it easy to apply directly.
If you’re ready to join The Inclusion Way’s Greater San Diego launch team, click “Apply Now” on this posting to submit your application through TriNet—no additional steps required.