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     New Horizons for Young Women is a wilderness therapy program located in the Northeast Maine countryside. We are a business of human behavior science and serve a rewarding social services group; adolescent, at-risk girls. We promote self-awareness with a holistic approach; utilizing natural activities, rewards and natural consequences. NHYW provides Wilderness Instructor opportunities of employment to dynamic, intentional and team centered leaders.

Qualifications:
Qualified instructors will have at minimum a four year college degree or Outdoor leadership certification. Preferred candidates will have served at-risk populations in a wilderness setting. Wilderness Instructors work a focused 8 days on – 6 days off expedition and base style-schedule.

They practice empathy and believe in everyone’s ability to succeed. Wilderness Instructors are patient and flexible -deliberate and intentional and believe in ideals that are of absolute necessity in many career verticals. Things like; integrity, pride, helping others and selfless service.

Some of the objective parts of the Wilderness Instructor job are; facilitating a physical itinerary, planning and coaching guided client activities, manage risk in the wilderness and during Base Camp activities, fully engage in peer learning on a regular basis, maintain daily logs of client experiences and expedition activities, control and log medication dispensation, monitoring client’s general health and wellness, individualizing daily programming and interaction based upon assessment of specific client needs and the advice of their therapist, attend and complete mandatory training's (paid), stay engaged in the vocation of wilderness therapy, continue learning, and be aware of industry best-practices.

Please visit our website www.daughtersinc.com for Wilderness Instructor requirements and applications or send your inquires or resumes to nhywhr@earthlink.net.
Posted 7-14-08

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     The KidsPeace New England (KPNE) Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Program provides residential treatment for children with autism who are between the ages of 11 and 17. The program identifies and builds upon children’s strengths and prepares them for healthy and productive lives in their family and community settings. With a focus of self-care and management, treatment is highly individualized in an environment that is warm, nurturing, empowering and safe. KPNE anticipates expansion of this program, and is currently seeking qualified applicants to add to our committed team of professionals. KPNE has been providing services to Maine kids and families since 1991 and is located on scenic Graham Lake in Ellsworth, Maine in the Acadia National Park/Bar Harbor region.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE NOW!
• Behavior Analyst
• Psychological Examiner
• Clinician (part-time)
• Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator
• Youth Counselors
• Teacher
• Education Technician III
• Education Substitutes

Experience working with children and ASD populations preferred for all positions. For further details, including the qualifications required, the on-line application process, and the comprehensive benefit package available for full-time employees, please review our website:
www.kidspeace.org

To apply, complete an online application AND email cover letter & resume to:
hireme@kidspeace.org

or fax to 207-664-0291

or mail to Human Resources
125 Oak St. #3
Ellsworth, ME 04605
Posted 5-28-08

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     Work Opportunities Unlimited is seeking Career Resource Specialists - Position openings in Portland, Saco, and Kennebunk

If you're an energetic, enthusiastic, creative, self-starter and have a desire to support individuals with disabilities in developing career goals, job seeking skills, and in securing employment and life skills training, then this could be the breakthrough career opportunity you are looking for!

Work Opportunities Unlimited is growing and we are hiring the next Career Resource Specialist to join our team in the Portland and Saco areas. We have both part and full time opportunities available.

Why Work Opportunities is special
Founded in 1982, Work Opportunities Unlimited was established to provide direct community employment opportunities for people of varying backgrounds and skill sets. We provide service to adults requesting both supported employment and competitive employment. We believe all people can work, and we create new opportunities for success in the workplace everyday! The working environment is friendly, open, and fun.

What you'll do
As a key member of the team, some of your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting clients in finding and maintaining meaningful employment.
- Collaborating with businesses and developing partnerships with employers.
- Providing appropriate support for clients.
- Traveling to job sites and other locations in the community.

Requirements to apply
- Human Service Skills
- Sales/Networking experience
- Training

Your reward
We offer the successful candidate competitive wages, 401K, performance bonuses, and other benefits.

We take pride in our fun, professional, and fast-paced atmosphere, and would like to hear from those of you who believe you can make an impact at our organization.

We offer the successful candidate all the tools you need for success and an excellent opportunity to grow with us.

If you are ready to make an impact, e-mail your resume to: careers@workopportunities.net
or fax to: 603-299-0243
Visit our website at www.workopportunities.net
Posted 4-28-08

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    AFFINITY is a non-profit, social service agency that provides one-on-one, skills-building support for children/young adults with mental retardation or autism.

We are seeking Direct Support Professionals in York and Cumberland Counties. Individuals must be 18 years of age with a good driving record. No experience required. Willing to train individuals with an open-mind and positive attitude. Pay is between $10 and $12/hr or commensurate with experience.

For more information or to apply visit http://www.affinitymaine.org/ or check http://www.jobsinme.com/seek/coresults2.aspx?co_num=8450 to see a list of open positions.

Apply to:
Affinity
Human Resources
765 Congress St.
Portland, ME 04102
207-553-2156
207-553-2157 FAX
affinity@affinitymaine.org
Posted 4-2-08

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      Bridges of Maine, LLC is a small social service company about four years old with offices in Southern Maine.  We serve children and adults with developmental disabilities in the counties of York, Cumberland, Androscoggin, Sagadahoc & southern Oxford.  We are currently seeking Program Coordinators (Full-Time and Part-Time).

Coordinators provide one-on-one support to adults and/or children.  Services take place in the home and in the community.  The focus of supports are Behavioral Management (task refusal), Life Skills (toileting, dressing, grooming, chores, etc.) and Social Skills (peer interaction, expressing wants or needs, greetings and farewells, etc.).  Coordinators are expected to document daily activities, attend quarterly and annual meetings, and assist in updating yearly service plans.

For child consumers, hours of service are generally after school from 2pm to dinnertime or bedtime, as well as some weekend time for specific programs.

For Adult consumers, hours of service are vary from morning to night.

Requirements for employment:
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must have a high school diploma or GED
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must carry 100/300 liability insurance on vehicle
Experience not required but helpful.

*Employees may work more than one PT position for FT employment

Application is available online at http://www.bridgesofmaine.net/online_application.htm

The application can then be printed and mailed/faxed to:
Bridges of Maine, LLC
PO Box 1386
Gray, ME 04039
Fax: (207) 657.5584

or

Bridges of Maine, LLC
342 Sanford Rd. Suite 3
Alfred, ME 04002
Fax: (207) 324-9045

Or fill out the form on your computer an email as an attachement to diana@bridgesofmaine.net 
Posted  3-31-08

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     Care & Comfort , a provider of home-based mental health services and outpatient mental health counseling, is currently seeking candidates for the following positions:

Family Support Worker
Employee will have direct interaction with client and client's family under the guidance of a clinical supervisor.  Employee will Provide input to the clinical supervisor and team members to adapt the clients treatment plan.  Employee will teach behavioral health skills based on interventions to clients and their families in the home or community setting.
Applicant must hold a valid Maine driver's license and liability insurance.  A Bachelor's degree in Social Services or a related field is a must.

Behavioral Specialist 1 (BS1)
Employee will have direct interaction with client and client's family under the guidance of a clinical supervisor.  Employee will Provide input to the clinical supervisor and team members to adapt the clients treatment plan.  Employee will provide behavioral health skills, 1 on 1, to a client in their home or community setting.
Applicant must hold a valid Maine driver's license and liability insurance.  Must hold an Associate’s Degree in Behavioral Health Technology, Human Services or a related field, or hold a 1 year certificate from an accredited Technical or Community College in Behavioral Health Technology or a related field and have 1 year supervised experience; or have a minimum of 2 years experience working with children and/or adolescents with behavioral health needs.

Habilitation Specialist (HS)
Employee will have direct 1 on 1 interaction with client in the home or community setting according to the guidelines established in the Individual Habilitation Plan and under the supervision of a clinical supervisor.  The employee is expected to provide information directly to the clinical supervisor regarding problems or changes in the clint's condition.Applicant must hold a valid Maine driver's license and liability insurance.  High school diploma or GED and minimum of twelve months experience working with children who have special needs or behavioral health needs is required.

To apply or for more information, Call: 800-366-5302
Email:  wecare@gwi.net
Web: www.careandcomfort.com
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