Careers

Interested applicants can complete the application form below. You may also send your cover letter and resume to Melodie Baxter, [email protected], and (207) 626-3497 Ext.140.

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Current Openings at the Children’s Center:

Children’s Clinician – Augusta

$2500 sign on bonus!

Job description: Interested in making a difference in the lives of young children and their families? The Children’s Center is an early intervention and family support program for children ages birth through 21 years. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who love working to support children in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

This clinical position provides clinical consultation for specialized services for children ages 3-5 years old and their families by providing direct family support through social work services and/or family therapy and center-based treatment programs . The Children’s Center provides Behavioral Health Day Treatment services at our 3 sites of Augusta, Farmington and Skowhegan for children ages 3-5 years old in a center-based setting. The position could potentially work at multiple sites and/or provide outpatient services at our Augusta site. For the right candidate we could discuss what would be a best fit for the candidate and the agency needs. Additionally, the Clinician will provide intensive therapy and support to children and families using a strengths-based outcome-oriented approach to include the following:

• Develop therapeutic relationships with at-risk children and families.
• Provide individual and family therapy using evidenced-based outcomes-oriented approaches.
• Collaborate with other providers
• Complete mental health assessments and individual treatment plans
• Provide clinical supervision to Behavioral Health Professionals
• Participation in clinical reviews, team meetings and trainings.

This position offers flexibility with options for both in person and remote work.
A Master’s degree in human services, social work, counseling, or psychology and Maine licensure required (LCPC, LMSW-cc, LCSW preferred). The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented and have strong oral and written communication skills. Position requires excellent time management, clinical, and program management skills.

The Children’s Center offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance options, 401k options, generous paid time off accrual, reimbursement for related travel, and continuing education support. If you’re interested in joining a team of highly skilled professionals looking to change little lives every day, the Children’s Center is the place for you.

Job Type: Full-time, Part-Time

The Children’s Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Special Purpose Private School Teacher – Augusta

The Children’s Center is currently hiring Special Purpose Private School Teachers for year-round, academic year, and Summer 2026 substitute positions.

Interested in making a difference in the lives of young elementary school age children? The Children’s Center is seeking a Special Purpose Private School Teacher to work one on one with children in grades K-3 who are not yet ready to enter public school. Daily activities are focused on their behavioral and communication needs, independence skills, and academic goals specialized for each child in accordance with their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals.

The Special Purpose Private School Teacher will work with a Master’s level Clinician and Special Education team in the classroom following the daily activity and academic schedule with accommodations specialized for each child’s needs. Staff in this position conduct one-on-one or small group instruction, perform classroom management, and complete daily data collection and documentation.

The Children’s Center offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance options, 401k options, generous paid time off accrual, continuing education support as well as a consistent work schedule. Additionally, work at the Children’s Center qualifies for Public Student Loan Forgiveness. If you’re interested in joining a team of highly skilled professionals looking to change little lives every day, the Children’s Center is the place for you.

Applicants must provide documentation that they have at least 90 college credit hours and have or be eligible for Maine Department of Education certification as an Educational Technician III. It is essential, as part of this multi-disciplinary team, to have a positive attitude, high energy level and the ability to think creatively. Children’s Center provides BHP training, CPR/First Aid and Safety Care certification, and Master’s level clinical supervision.

Compensation: starting at $20.75/hr

The Center has a $500 sign-on bonus for part-time staff and a $1000 sign-on bonus for full-time staff. Join the Joy today!