Careers
with Purpose

Careers with Purpose

Helping children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex care needs achieve greater independence and meaningful lives through expert clinical staffing, care management, and quality improvement services.

Who We Are

Setting the gold standard in IDD care since 1984.

As the nation's leading advocate for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we are proud to serve communities from coast to coast. Join a mission-driven, nationwide team that invests in your personal growth as much as the lives we transform.

40+
Years of impact
140+
Agency partners
42
States served
800+
Employees nationwide

Caseloads That Let You Care

A low employee-to-individual ratio allows you to focus on what matters most—supporting individuals in achieving greater independence, choice, and quality of life.

Clinical Excellence at Your Side

Be part of a team that brings together decades of experience, specialized expertise, and diverse perspectives to deliver individualized, person-centered support.

Stability & Innovation

Join an organization with more than 40 years of proven success, offering the resources, support, and innovation needed to thrive in a changing healthcare landscape. 

People-First Culture

A responsive, mission-driven team that values your expertise and supports you in delivering exceptional care. 

"Working at Columbus has allowed me to engage in meaningful work. The constant message has been that we want to serve and help individuals with developmental disabilities live their fullest lives."

Dr. Laurie Brown, Ph.D. - Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Ready to bring your expertise to a team that values it?

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Our Mission

Provide each and every consumer we support a more meaningful life, as seen through the eyes of the individual.

We adhere to the following set of principles and values:

01

Communicate honestly and openly

02

Have fun at work; celebrate, live dreams and have humor

03

Share ideas without borders

04

Demonstrate the value of innovation and empowerment

05

Think critically and then act

06

Recognize that everyone has the right to a meaningful life and the accountability to achieve it

07

Strive to make a positive difference in someone's life

08

Cherish life and the pursuit of meaning

09

Assume goodwill

10

Recognize and celebrate success and meaningful impact

Why Choose Us

A career where you matter.

Meaningful Impact

Every day you help individuals live a life that is meaningful to them.

Professional Growth

Develop your career with training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.

A Culture of Dignity

Person-centered values guide how we treat those we serve and each other.

Ready to make a difference?

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