Early Childhood Director

The Early Childhood Director is responsible for the support, development, implementation, and operation of department services and advancing the community reach of those services.  The Director is responsible for the continuation and compliance with program contracts including Head Start/Early Head Start and required Licensing Standards.  Ensures Policies and procedure are in place for program operations.  In partnership with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and other members of the senior management team, the EC Director helps to lead the corporation and assure compliance with the mission, goals, and strategic objectives by supporting agency functions and providing consultation, training, and expertise.  This is a supervisory position with the primary duty of overseeing all operations and staff related activities in support of client, and community needs for quality early childhood programing while supporting the increased self-sufficiency of families living in poverty or managing very low incomes.

Starting Annual Salary:$75,000+ dependent on experience

Status as of 2/7: Accepting Applications 

Executive Assistant/Communications Specialist

Sign on Incentive of $2,000 Available – $500 payable after successful completion of 90 days, $750 payable after successful completion of 6 months and $750 after successful completion of one year.

The Executive Assistant/Communications Specialist is responsible for administrative support systems including reception, supplies, file maintenance, meeting logistics, and special projects.  The Executive Assistant provides direct support to the CEO, Board of Directors and the administrative team including the CFO, Human Resources and Director of Development assisting with advancing the community presence and perception of the Agency in the community, including marketing, fundraising and community outreach efforts by the agency.  Exercises discretion and independent judgement with respect to matters of significance affecting daily operations of the administration and operations of special projects.  Maintains confidentiality of information and activities as needed and supports the effective flow of communication within the organization. This position supports effective internal and external communications and the implementation of key public relations strategies, in alignment with the overall mission and strategic plan. Primary responsibilities include creating messaging and content designed to communicate and reinforce WCAP programs, services, resource development and work plans.

Starting Annual Salary:$46,000+ dependent on experience

Status as of 2/7: Accepting Applications 

Dispatcher – Belfast

Sign on Incentive of $2,000 Available – $500 payable after successful completion of 90 days, $750 payable after successful completion of 6 months and $750 after successful completion of one year.

The Dispatcher is responsible for efficiently assigning trips to drivers and subcontracted companies, while maintaining excellent customer service with a positive attitude in Region 5, including appointment and data entry along with clerical functions.

Starting Hourly Rate:$16.97

Status as of 2/7: Accepting Applications 

Resource Advocate/Case Manager

Sign on Incentive of $4,000 Available – $1,000 payable after successful completion of 90 days, $1,000 payable after successful completion of 6 months and $2,000 after successful completion of one year.

The Resource Advocate/Case Manager meets program and client needs by managing program referrals, assuring a high quality of care/service to program clients, provides for ongoing support and expertise through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual client needs specific to building self-sufficiency in families. The Resource Advocate/Case Manager works with the Community Services Director to assist in reporting functions, including state and federal mechanisms and databases for tracking consumers of services. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: promotional work for the program, assessing needs of the clients served; assuring compliance with program requirements, including reporting requirements; assure and promote coordination with internal and external providers, referral sources and community partners; and provides direct care and assessment for program clients. The Resource Advocate/Case Manager assists in the development of program plans, policies, and procedures and the implementation of those plans, policies and procedures at the program level. The overall goal of the position is to enhance the caliber of client management and satisfaction, in order to improve their quality of life. Align with agency mission in all aspects of work.

Starting Hourly Rate:$21.91+ dependent on experience

Status as of 2/7: Accepting Applications 

Driver – Full Time and Per Diem openings available in Bath

Sign on Incentive of $3,000 Available for Bath Drivers – $500 payable after successful completion of 90 days, $1,000 payable after successful completion of 6 months and $1,500 after successful completion of one year.

Drivers (Bus Driver, Van Driver, Car Driver, and Substitute Drivers) are responsible for picking up and discharging passengers according to trip assignments.  Responsible for passenger safety and vehicle maintenance.

Starting salary: $16.97/hr.

Status as of 2/7: Accepting Applications 

Human Resource Specialist

Sign on Incentive of $2,000 Available – $500 payable after successful completion of 90 days, $750 payable after successful completion of 6 months and $750 after successful completion of one year.

The Human Resource Specialist assists with the administration of the day to day operations of the human resource department.  This position works in conjunction with the Human Resource Director to carry out duties in the following areas: recruitment and orientation, training, benefits, safety and wellness and file management.

Starting salary: $21.07-$24.00/hr.+ dependent on experience

Status as of 2/7: Accepting Applications 

Lead Teacher – (School Year openings in Morrill & Unity)

Sign on Incentive of $3,000 Available – $500 payable after successful completion of 90 days, $1,000 payable after successful completion of 6 months and $1,500 after successful completion of one year.

Monthly Early Childhood Educator Workforce Salary Supplement is Available- for all active full and part time employees in our Early Child Program and ranges from $240 up to $540, dependent on current Maine Roads to Quality tier.

The Lead Teacher provides developmentally appropriate preschool education that advances the cognitive, language, physical, social and emotional growth for a classroom of up to 20 children. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with all existing state child care licensing regulations and federal Head Start Program Performance Standards.

Starting wage: $18.86/hr. – $21.14/hr.

Status as of 2/7: Accepting Applications 

Early Childhood Program Substitute (All Sites)

Monthly Early Childhood Educator Workforce Salary Supplement is Available- for all active full and part time employees in our Early Child Program and ranges from $240 up to $540, dependent on current Maine Roads to Quality tier.

The Substitute acts in the position of a regular classroom or kitchen staff.

Starting wage: $16.00/hr.

Status as of 2/7: Accepting Applications 

Housing Dept. Contractors Wanted

  WCAP is seeking to develop new partnerships with local contractors in the Electrical, Plumbing, and Heating trades for residential projects— primarily repairs and retrofits. Must be licensed and insured. Information is available through our Housing Department  Please call us at 338-6809.