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Student Support Specialist

KidsPeace New England
Orono, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026

We are expanding! Join our growing team and make a difference in the lives of children!

The KidsPeace Old Town School is a special purpose private school serving youth ages 3 -22 with developmental disabilities and emotional disorders.

We are looking for individuals who are compassionate, creative, and disciplined to join our team. This is a year-round position which offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for comprehensive clinical experience and training. Starting pay ranges between $18.00 and $19.50 per hour, pending experience, potential for higher wage pending experience with full benefit packages provided! KidsPeace provides paid training's, clinical supervision, and career advancement opportunities available!

Educational Technician certification and School-Based Behavioral Health Professional Certifications and additional training's will be provided through employment at KidsPeace.

Cross training and overtime opportunities are available in partnership with our Residential Program on Graham Lake in Ellsworth.

Qualifications:

  • Must pass all background checks and clearances as required by the Maine Department of Education, DHHS, and OCFS
  • Preference given to those with experience in the field, although not required
  • Minimum of High school diploma or equivalent required

KidsPeace is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.60 - $20.35 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20

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