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We have been waiting for you!

At CLA, you are more than an employee, you are family to our team and consumers. CLA has a fully staffed Training Department dedicated to providing Direct Support Professional Certification, CRMA, CPR, etc. We are committed to each and every employee’s success, whether you have been with us 10 days or 10 years.

Full-Time benefits are offered at positions starting at 28 hours per week. Benefits include:

Competitive pay, based on marketing trends

CLA has become a leader in Direct Support Wages in the Houlton Community. Keeping our finger on the pulse of the workforce landscape has helped us to remain competitive.

Sign-on & Longevity Bonuses

We currently have a sign-on bonus for full-time positions. Annually CLA embarks on a bonus campaign that is based on our employees’ years of service at the organization. The amount of the bonus increases with your years of service.

Referral bonuses for staff who refer a successful candidate

CLA staff are eligible for a bonus when they refer a candidate to a full-time position. If that candidate comes on board and stays at CLA for 9 months; the referring employee receives a bonus.

Medical, Dental & Life Insurance

We offer Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance to all full-time employees after 90 days. With our Center’s for Excellence program; many tests and procedures can be free with no co-pay or coinsurance.

403B Retirement Plan with a company match

CLA has a robust 403b Retirement Plan that employees are eligible for on their first day of employment. CLA matches employee contributions per the plan summary.

Flexible Spending Accounts

CLA staff are eligible to participate in the Flexible Spending Account whether they join CLA’s Medical and Dental insurance or are insured through a spouse or parent.

Cash in Lieu of CLA Group Medical Coverage

CLA reimburses employees who are eligible to join the Medical and Dental plan, but chose to be insured through another plan (typically a spouse’s or parent’s plan)

Generous amounts of Earned Paid Time Off

Employees begin earning Paid Time Off (EBT) starting on their first day of employment. This accrual amount increases with each year of service

Recognition and Appreciation events and bonuses

CLA holds formal Recognition Events annually with staff receiving bonuses at this fun-filled event.

What does a Direct Support Professional (DSP) do?

Looking to get started?

At CLA, our DSPs assist individuals with intellectual disabilities to live their best lives at home, at work, or in the community. DSP work can include assistance with education, home care, basic health and hygiene, personal care, transportation, housing, vocational training, rehabilitation, or simply helping people integrate into their local community.

Medication Management

Medication management and administration is a function of our Direct Support Professionals. CLA will provide paid training for our employees to become Certified Direct Support Professionals (with the College of Direct Support) and Certified Residential Medication Aids (CRMA) with the State of Maine.

What to expect?

Depending on the support needed, DSPs may work in a person’s home, at a group home, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community. Your day, evening, or overnight may include outings, cooking, cleaning, documentation and many other activities with the individuals we serve.

What do you think?

If you are looking to have fun at work, while making a difference in the lives of others; then CLA is for you!

MINIMUM Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to Pass Criminal Background
Ability to Pass an Adult and Child Protective DHHS Check
State of Maine Driver’s License Dependablity

Our Amazing Team

Michelle LeFay – Human Resources Director
shelli.lefay@clastaff.org

APPLY FOR ANY OPEN POSITION BELOW HERE

CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS

Assisted Living Home Manager – Joseph Street

CLA has an opening for an Assisted Living Manager for our Joseph Street Home. The person in this role will assist in managing a home for people with intellectual disabilities. This person will supervise direct care staff; schedule staff coverage and training; transport clients, coordinate and attend client appointments, pass medications, develop service plans; provide direct care, maintain accurate progress notes, records, and reports; purchase and order home needs. Successful candidates must be flexible with open availability to staff at home; periodically cover evening or night shifts to supervise and train staff or fill in shifts when needed. This is a Full-time, 40-hour-per-week salaried position and requires availability for On Call coverage.

Qualifications:

Previous supervision experience is preferred, or a relevant combination of education and experience is preferred. Previous experience working with individuals with Intellectual and developmental disabilities is required. Must possess a GED/High School Diploma and a valid clean Maine driver’s license. Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written; be detail-oriented with experience working with various computer programs and software.

Interested Applicants should submit a resume to Shelli LeFay, Human Resources Director at 207-815-5207 or email: shelli.lefay@clastaff.org

CLA is a non-discriminatory organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer

Per-Diem RN or LPN

CLA’s Harmony Nursing Home has a per-diem opening for an LPN or RN.Harmony House is a 12 12-bed nursing Home and has a very low staff-to-consumer ratio. CLA’s Harmony is for you if you are looking for a great per-diem job. Per-Diem openings are for any shift, and you choose what days/shifts you are available for.

Interested Applicants should complete a CLA Application (link above) and reach out to Shelli LeFay, at 207-815-5207 or email: shelli.lefay@clastaff.org

CLA is a non-discriminatory organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer

Direct Support Professional – Guy Street Home, Full Time, Evenings and Morning Shifts

CLA’s Joesph Street Assisted Living Home has a Direct Support Professional (DSP) opening for the Evening shift. This is a full-time position with an expected schedule of 6am-9am and 1pm-8pm. Every other weekend 10am-4pm. This is a 28-hour-per-week schedule and includes full-time benefits.

Direct Support Professional – Joesph Street Home, Full Time, Evenings and Morning Shifts

CLA’s Joesph Street Assisted Living Home has a Direct Support Professional (DSP) opening for the Evening shift. This is a full-time position with an expected schedule of 2:00 pm – to 10:00 pm and some 6:00 am-2:00 pm shifts. This is a 32-hour-per-week schedule and includes full-time benefits. All DSP positions at CLA work every other weekend.

Per-Diem Direct Support Professional – Supported Independent Living

CLA’s Supported Independent Living Team has a Direct Support Professional (DSP) opening. This is a full-time position with an expected schedule of 8:15 am – to 2:15 pm Monday through Friday! No weekends! This is a 30-hour-per-week schedule and includes full-time benefits.