Impactful Child Welfare Caseworker | Protect & Advocate

MaineGuide; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS) within DHHS in Biddeford seeks a dedicated Child Protective Services Caseworker to protect vulnerable children and oversee investigative caseloads across Maine. You will build partnerships with courts, law enforcement, schools, and social service agencies to safeguard children.

Responsibilities include conducting professional social work, assessing safety, creating plans, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, fact-based

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide professional social work in child protection, children’s services, and adoption roles.
• Engage families to assess child safety and develop plans for safety and permanency.
• Coordinate a team of family, staff, and community resources to support safe solutions for children.
• Make safety decisions with input from parents, children, extended family, and community stakeholders.

Skills

Detail oriented

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

The Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS) within DHHS in Biddeford seeks a dedicated Child Protective Services Caseworker to protect vulnerable children and oversee investigative caseloads across Maine. You will build partnerships with courts, law enforcement, schools, and social service agencies to safeguard children.

Responsibilities include conducting professional social work, assessing safety, creating plans, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, fact-based