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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

Community Case Manager – Houlton – Full Time days

Our Community Case Managers (CCM) use the Person-Centered Planning Process to develop supportive strategies to help meet the needs and interests of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With this process, the CCM will help to improve our client’s physical, mental, social, and emotional health while enhancing their ability to live valued roles and participate fully in the community. The CCM will schedule regular visits and promote positive relations with consumers, family, guardians, and advocacy agencies. The CCM will maintain accurate and timely consumer records, progress notes, medical records, emergency information, and assessments.

This is a full-time position and comes with an excellent benefits package and salary commensurate with experience.

Requirements:

Must be willing to travel throughout AroostookCountyas required for client visits. Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a relevant degree and experience. Must have at least one year of work or other relevant experience with people with developmental disabilities. Must be able to pass a criminal and DHHS background check. The incumbent must have a valid Maine Driver’s license.

Interested Applicants should submit a resume to Shelli LeFay, via email to: shelli.lefay@clastaff.org

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

Direct Support Professional, Pearce Brook, Full Time, Evenings and Morning shifts

CLA’s Pearce Brook Assisted Living Home has Direct Support Professional (DSP) openings for the Evening shift. The expected schedules of 6 am-9am and 1 pm-8 pm. Every other weekend, 8 am – 8 pm. This is a great schedule with mostly mornings! This full-time position includes CLA’s Benefits Package. For more information about the schedule please reach out to CLA via the email below.

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 – Joseph Street Home, Full Time, Evenings and Morning Shifts

CLA’s Joseph Street Assisted Living Home has a Direct Support Professional (DSP) opening for the early morning and evening shift and every other weekend. This is a full-time position that includes CLA’s Benefits Package. For more information about the schedule, please reach out to CLA via the email below.

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

CLA’s Guy Street Assisted Living Home has Direct Support Professional (DSP) openings for the early morning and Evening shifts. The expected schedules of 6 am-9am and 1 pm-8 pm. Every other weekend, either 10 am – 4 pm or 6 am to 6 pm. These are full-time positions that include CLA’s Benefits Package. For more information about the schedule, please reach out to CLA via the email below.

Direct Support Professional – Day Program Opening – Green Center

CLA’s Green Center, Community Support Program, has a DSP opening. This is a great schedule from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, Monday through Friday. This Direct Support Professional opening does not include major holidays and weekends. Come see what all of the fun is about in one of our Day Programs! This position qualifies for the Full Time Benefits package.