Guardianship Representative

MaineGuide; Augusta, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

3+ weeks vacation leave

Health Insurance Coverage

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Job summary

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) in Maine seeks a Human Services Caseworker to serve as a Public Guardianship/Conservatorship representative. Duties include safeguarding assets, coordinating with medical and legal teams, and ensuring access to high-quality services for individuals under guardianship.

Requires a Bachelor's in social work or related field and licensure eligibility as an LSW.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field with at least 12 courses in behavioral science, social science, or social work.
• Must have or be eligible for conditional or full licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) per Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for individuals subject to public guardianship/conservatorship to ensure access to high-quality services.
• Promote health and safety of individuals under guardianship/conservatorship.
• Fulfill duties required by statute, rule, and policy.
• Coordinate with medical, legal, and mental health professionals to integrate services.
• Manage financial duties including asset management and representative payeeship when required.
• Maintain contact with probate court and complete required forms.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field

LSW licensure eligibility

Job description

Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Human Services Caseworker

Opening Date: September 15, 2026

Closing Date: September 28, 2026

Job Class Code: 5069

Grade: 22 (Pro-Tech)

Salary: $25.68 - $34.65 per hour*

*Pay includes a $3.00/hour stipend. An additional $1.00/hour stipend is available with a relevant Masters degree.

*Starting pay for new employees hired into this position is $27.73 per hour, step 3 of the pay scale.*

Position Number: 03030-4408

Location: Augusta or Rockland (this position requires travel throughout Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and Waldo counties)

This is a full-time position that allows for partial telework with management approval.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Core Responsibilities:

This position requires professional social services work. The candidate will be serving as a public guardian and/or conservatorship representative for individuals subject to public guardianship and/or conservatorship, including adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) and autism, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), mental illness, and dementia.

As a Public Guardianship/Conservatorship Representative, you will:

• Advocate on behalf of individuals subject to public guardianship and/or conservatorship to facilitate their receipt of the highest quality services to meet their needs and achieve their goals
• Promote the health and safety of individuals subject to public guardianship and/or conservatorship
• Fulfill all public guardianship and/or conservatorship duties required by statute, rule, and policy
• Interface with a variety of disciplines, such as medical, legal, and mental health professionals, to coordinate services
• In coordination with the Client Asset Management Unit, fulfill financial duties for individuals subject to public guardianship and/or conservatorship as required, including asset management and representative payeeship.
• Maintain communication with probate court regarding guardianship and status of public ward, including timely completion of required court forms and following required procedures specified in statute
• Provide consent for certain medical procedures and medication changes, and facilitate consent for medical procedures requiring supervisory review and approval.
• Maintain professional and beneficial relationships with individuals subject to public guardianship and/or conservatorship and their teams

Minimum Qualifications:

In order to qualify, you must have a Bachelors Degree from an accredited educational institution in Social Work/Social Welfare; OR a Bachelors Degree in a related social service/social welfare/social work* area which includes at least 12 courses in behavioral science, social science, or social work; AND must have or be eligible for conditional or full licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) as determined by the Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure.

Chapter 10 of the Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure regulations defines a field related to social work or social welfare as including but not limited to: "behavioral science, social and behavioral sciences, childhood development, education, human development, mental health and human services, psychology, educational psychology, rehabilitation services, and sociology."

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have or be eligible for conditional or full licensure at the Licensed Social Worker (LSW) level as issued by the Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure. An LSW requires an earned BA/BS in social work/social welfare. An LSW-Conditional requires an earned BA/BS in a field related to social work/social welfare.

Possession of a valid Class C Maine Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

The board will consider degrees in other areas on an individual basis. For additional information on degree requirements, contact the Maine Board of Social Work Licensure at [phone].

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto - "Dirigo" or "I lead" as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year.
• Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $13,650.48 annual value) depending on salary.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness - The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program - Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.