Quality Assurance Caseworker

MaineGuide; Bangor (ME); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

3+ weeks vacation leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) seeks a Human Services Caseworker in Bangor, ME. This full-time role supports comprehensive reviews of client case files, rigorous documentation, and policy interpretation to assure regulatory compliance and quality service delivery.

Responsibilities include analyzing trends, tracking performance indicators, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Partial telework with management approval is available, with travel across Penobscot and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work/welfare or related field with at least 12 courses in behavioral/social sciences.
• Must have or be eligible for conditional or full licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW).
• Submit transcripts with your application materials.

Responsibilities

• Review client case files for compliance with state, federal, and agency regulations.
• Document records accurately and timely.
• Analyze trends to identify issues or improvements.
• Track performance indicators to ensure safety and compliance.
• Provide coaching and technical assistance to agencies on policy interpretation.
• Collaborate with supervisors and multidisciplinary teams to address quality concerns.
• Safeguard client confidentiality and rights; ensure service support.
• Prepare reports and findings on issues and areas for improvement.
• Conduct onsite reviews of agencies to evaluate compliance with regulations.

Skills

Case file review

Documentation

Data analysis

Coaching / guidance

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work/related field

LSW licensure eligibility

Tools

QA Sharepoint database

Job description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

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Department ofHealth and Human Services (DHHS)

Human Services Caseworker

Opening Date:September 3, 2026

Closing Date: September 17, 2026

Job Class Code:5069

Grade: 22 (04)

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 Master's degree.

*Starting pay for new employees hired into this position is $27.73 per hour.

Position Number:03030-0641

Location: Bangor (this position will require travel throughout Penobscot, Piscataquis, Washington, and Hancock counties with on-site visits.)

This position is a full-time position located in Bangor, ME. This opportunity allows partial telework with management approval.

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

Core Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of client case files to ensure compliance with state, federal, and agency regulations, policies and best practice.
• Extensive documentation audited for accuracy, completeness, timeliness.
• Analyze trends and patterns to identify issues or areas for improvement.
• Track performance indicators and outcomes to ensure program safety and compliance.
• Prepare corrective action plans and follow up to ensure compliance.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and technical assistance to agencies on policy interpretation and documentation standards.
• Serve as a resource for best practices and process clarification.
• Provide detailed reports and findings regarding issues and areas in need of improvement.
• Collaborate with supervisors, program managers, and multidisciplinary teams to address quality concerns.
• Participate in staff meetings and policy review discussions.
• Safeguard client confidentiality and sensitive information while ensuring services support client safety, well-being and rights.
• Conduct onsite reviews of agencies to evaluate compliance with federal regulations and licensing standards. Assess case records, service delivery practices and operational procedures to ensure quality, safety, and effectiveness of services.
• Facilitate meetings with provider agencies to review quality assurance benchmarks.
• Communicate with provider agencies on a quarterly basis reviewing data related to reportable event compliance.
• Community outreach and education when applicable.

Your workload will include:

• Advocating for and coordinating provision of services including reviewing, analyzing, and documenting person-centered plans.
• Maintaining accurate case records of assessments, activities, and plans; writing summaries, reports, letters, and memos.
• Collaborating with Adult Protective Services and Crisis Prevention/Intervention Services when necessary to stabilize and secure emergency needs.
• Analyzing data and preparing reports for quality outcomes.
• Utilizing the QA Sharepoint database keeping it updated with required documentation.
• Presenting data reports to assigned agencies on a quarterly basis.

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.

Please submit a copy of your transcripts with your application materials. Applications without transcripts will be deemed incomplete and not processed.

The background of well-qualified candidates will include experience in program and quality improvement, familiarity with MaineCare, and coaching and technical assistance. Please describe this experience in your cover letter.

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.

*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."

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].

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Agency information:

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS) within DHHS is responsible for ensuring the safety, support and well-being of Maine’s older citizens, vulnerable adults and adults with disabilities.

Application Information:

To apply: Please upload your current resume and cover letter, and a copy of your post-secondary transcripts.

For additional information about these positions, please contact Kristine Romanelli at [e-mail]

Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.

To request a paper application, please contact [e-mail]

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. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• 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 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