Child Protective Services Caseworker

Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Rockland, ME, US
Base: $32.35 - $42.34ph; stipend: $7.50ph recruitm...
Perform professional social work in child protection
Assess child safety and family functioning
Make factually supported safety decisions
The Office of Child and Family Services is seeking a dedicated professional to protect the rights and well-being of children throughout Maine

Job Summary

  • The Office of Child and Family Services is seeking a dedicated professional to protect the rights and well-being of children throughout Maine.
  • Successful candidates will engage families to assess safety, create support teams, and make plans for permanency or reunification.
  • The position offers a competitive benefits package including paid parental leave, health insurance coverage, and retirement contributions.

Matching Summary

The Office of Child and Family Services is seeking a dedicated professional to protect the rights and well-being of children throughout Maine.

Salary

Base: $32.35 - $42.34/hr; Stipend: $7.50/hr recruitment/retention + $1/hr master's degree; Benefits: 85%-100% health premium paid, 14.11% retirement contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform professional social work in child protection
  • Assess child safety and family functioning
  • Make factually supported safety decisions
  • Maintain accurate case records and reports
  • Work frequent overtime and emergency standby

Nice-to-have

  • Detail oriented with ability to meet deadlines
  • Build contacts within judicial and law enforcement communities
  • Commitment to protecting rights and well-being of children
  • Ability to separate dangerous caregivers from children

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field
  • Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or LSW-Conditional licensure
  • Valid driver's license required for travel
  • Eligibility for conditional or full licensure by Maine State Board

Work Rights

Not specified

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