Be The Difference!

Join our team of dedicated, talented, and reliable staff who are passionate about helping our members experience life’s possibilities!

Teens, adults, and seniors with intellectual and developmental disabilities find joy and fulfillment through programs that provide a sense of belonging, life and employment skills, recreation, fun, mental health wellness, and social engagement.

If you genuinely care about CEL’s Mission, then we invite you to apply for open positions. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and generous PTO.

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Career Opportunities

REACH Instructor/ DSP – FULL TIME

Starting at $20 per hour (based on experience), with a $1 increase after obtaining PACE certification.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Hourly wage: Starting $20.00 based on experience
    • $1.00 per hour increase after becoming PACE certified
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident insurance
  • Retirement: 403(b) retirement savings plan
  • Generous amount of paid time off, plus paid holidays
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling to support your lifestyle
  • Team Culture: A warm, inclusive, and fun work environment that values personal growth and work-life balance
  • Mission-Driven: Be part of a dedicated team that is committed to enriching the lives of individuals with IDD

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Plan and lead group activities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Assist with member supports (mobility, eating, restroom)
  • Bring a team spirit to promote engagement, ensuring that our members are included in activities, are safely monitored, and having a positive experience
  • Complete administrative and program recordkeeping such as monitoring and tracking members’ participation, responses, and progress, incident reports, behavior logs, and any other required paperwork, as needed
  •  Assist Program Supervisor with developing specific curriculum and lesson plans for REACH programs
  • Transport members to and from the facility in CEL vehicles

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • One year of experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (preferred)
  • Experience with leading groups/teams (preferred)
  • Ability to drive CEL vehicles (required – training provided)
  • Ability to qualify as a PACE driver (strongly preferred, additional paid training provided)
  • Ability to be a team player with a positive attitude and an ability to work with all types of personalities
  • Valid driver’s license and daily access to an automobile in working condition or adequate alternative transportation
  • Must be at least 21 years of age

Please email resume to: [email protected]

Activity/ Recreation Instructors – PART TIME

Starting pay is $19 per hour for individuals aged 18 to 20 or those not driving CEL vehicles. For employees 21 and older who are qualified drivers (with training provided), the starting pay is $20 per hour.

What We Do:

  • CEL’s mission is to enrich the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by maximizing their opportunities for personal success, fun, friendship, employment, and community involvement.

What We Aspire To:

  • CEL empowers people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to realize their greatest potential, thrive within the community, and achieve their hopes and dreams.

What You’ll Do:

  • Actively assist and lead group activities for teens and adults with developmental disabilities, creating a fun and positive environment for members to thrive.
  • Offer valuable feedback to the program team on member engagement and input.
  • Facilitate opportunities for members in the community by driving CEL vehicles (if over 21) to destinations and serve as a role model to promote community inclusion.
  • Represent CEL and its philosophy by executing our mission on all levels of service, including promotion of member rights, dignity, confidentiality & self-determination.

What You Have:

  • One year of experience with people who have intellectual or developmental disabilities (preferred)
  • Valid driver’s license and be willing to drive CEL vehicles (if 21 and older); –training provided
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Ability to work evenings and/or weekends.
  • Aptitude in working with current technology, including virtual platforms and other online apps
  • Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
  •  Must be at least 18 years of age

What You’ll Get

  • The opportunity to play while you work, while also engaging our amazing members in exciting and inclusive social recreation programs.
  • The satisfaction of knowing you are part of an amazing team who is committed to ensuring that our vision and mission is accomplished every day.
  • A warm, welcoming, and fun work environment, where work-life balance is valued.

Please email resume to: [email protected]

We love our CEL team!

REACH adult day program members posing with staff smiling as they wear their Blue CEL T-shirts in CEL gym.
CEL REACH member smiling with a CEL REACH staff member. The member is holding a piece of paper in their hand.
A photo of CEL members posing with Summer Camp Merch.