Evening CPS Caseworker - Protecting Maine Kids

State of Maine; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

3+ weeks vacation leave

Health insurance coverage

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Job summary

State of Maine's Department of Health and Human Services in Portland seeks a Child Protective Services Caseworker. You will perform professional social work in child protection, engage families to assess safety, and coordinate teams with community resources to support safe solutions for children.

The role requires a Bachelor's in social work or related field and eligibility for LSW licensure. Overtime, standby coverage, and travel are required; salary ranges with stipends are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field with coursework in behavioral/social sciences.
• Must have or be eligible for conditional or full licensure as an LSW in Maine.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional social work in child protection, services, and adoption.
• Engage families to assess child safety and plan for safety, well-being, and permanency.
• Create teams with family, staff, and community resources to support safe solutions for children.
• Reach safety decisions with input from families and stakeholders to ensure child safety.

Skills

Detail oriented

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

State of Maine's Department of Health and Human Services in Portland seeks a Child Protective Services Caseworker. You will perform professional social work in child protection, engage families to assess safety, and coordinate teams with community resources to support safe solutions for children.

The role requires a Bachelor's in social work or related field and eligibility for LSW licensure. Overtime, standby coverage, and travel are required; salary ranges with stipends are included.