What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager-Child Protective Caseworker position at Maine Department of Health and Human Services?
Date posted: October 2025
Pay: $32.35 per hour
Job description:
Does a social service job that is professionally and personally challenging, offers exceptional training and educational opportunities, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children appeal to you? DHHS is looking for people committed to protecting the rights and well-being of children by providing professional social work and case management services for our clients throughout Kennebec and Somerset Counties. As a Child Protective Caseworker, you will develop investigative and case management skills and build extensive contacts within the judicial, law enforcement, educational, and social services communities. We have immediate vacancies in our Augusta regional office.
New grads and soon-to-be grads (December 2025) are encouraged to apply. To receive an application and information about the benefits of working for the State of Maine, please contact Lisa Bullard at 207-561-4240 or email her at Lisa.M.Bullard@maine.gov . * New Caseworkers start at $32.35/hr.
The Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.35 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Some overtime
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.35 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $32