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Looking for a new career?

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

Per-Diem Cook-Harmony

Harmony Nursing Home has a per-diem Cook position open. The schedule varies. Candidates with experience in cooking for groups and preparing special diets are preferred.

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma, Valid Maine Driver’s License, ability to follow clear diet plans, ability to perform cleaning functions, ability to communicate effectively in orally and in writing.

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 an Equal Opportunity Employer

Part Time Housekeeping – 15 hours per week

CLA’s Day Programs have an opening for a Housekeeping Association for 15 hours per week. The hours are 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Monday-Friday. This position does not work holidays or weekends.

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

Direct Support Professional – Full Time -Days – Community Supports

CLA has a Full-Time Direct Support Professional position in our Community Supports (Day Program). This is a full-time position with an expected 8:30 am – 2:15 pm schedule. This is a 28 -hour-per-week position working Monday through Friday. This position does not generally work on holidays or weekends.

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 an Equal Opportunity Employer

Developmental Training Assistant – Full Time-Evenings/Morns – Forest Springs

CLA has a Full-Time DTA position at our Forest Springs Location. This is a full-time position with a schedule that rotates some 6:00 am-9:00 am and 1: 00 pm to 10:00pm shifts. The schedule for this position is 26 hours Week One- and 30.5-hours Week Two. This is a Full-Time position and includes the full benefits package.

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 an Equal Opportunity Employer

Certified Nursing Assistant – Harmony, Full Time, Overnight

Harmony Nursing Home has a CNA opening for the Overnight shift. This is a full-time position with an expected schedule of 10:30 pm – 6:30 am. This is a 40-hour-per-week position and includes every other weekend. The applicant must be active on the State of Maine Certified Nursing Assistant Registry.

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 an Equal Opportunity Employer and currently has a $1000 sign-on bonus for Full Time CNA Positions.

Certified Nursing Assistant – Harmony, Full Time, Overnight

Harmony Nursing Home has a CNA opening for the Overnight shift. This is a full-time position with an expected schedule of 10:30 pm – 6:30 am. This is a 32-hour-per-week position and includes every other weekend. The applicant must be active on the State of Maine Certified Nursing Assistant Registry.

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 an Equal Opportunity Employer and currently has a $1000 sign-on bonus for Full Time CNA Positions.