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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

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CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS

Direct Support Professional – Forest Springs, Full Time, Evenings

Forest Springs has a DSP opening for the evening shift. This is a full-time evening position with a schedule ranging between 1:30 pm-10:30 pm and 2:30 pm-10:30 pm. The hours expected are 40 hours one week and 34 hours the second week per pay period. Every Other weekend is required.

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 $500 sign-on bonus for Full Time DSP Positions

Direct Support Professional – Forest Springs, Full Time, Overnight

Forest Springs has a DSP opening for the Overnight Shift. This is a full-time position with a schedule 10:30 pm-6:30 am. The hours expected are 32 per week. Every Other weekend is required.

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 $500 sign-on bonus for Full Time DSP Positions

Shared Living Services Coordinator – Admn. Building, Part Time

The Shared Living Services (SLS) Coordinator is responsible for regular visits to the approved SLS homes to ensure that the SLS Provider is current with appropriate documentation. This includes documentation on Medication Administration, Progress Notes, Hab-Plans, Appointments, Census, and PCP goals. The SLS Coordinator is responsible for assessing the general home environment to ensure it meets health and safety standards. This position requires that you work closely with the Quality Assurance team and you will be the ongoing liaison between the Financial department, PCP Facilitator, and SLS Providers. This is a part-time position 27 hours per week and does not include benefits. CLA will train the right person!

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.