Children’s Emergency Services Caseworker
$67,288–$88,067 year
On-siteBangor, Maine, United States
Job Summary
Perform professional social work in child protection, children's services, and adoption by engaging families to assess safety and create plans meeting their needs. Develop investigative and case management skills while building contacts within judicial, law enforcement, and social services communities. Create team-based solutions involving family, staff, and community resources to ensure child safety. Make factually supported safety decisions with input from parents, children, and stakeholders. Separate dangerous caregivers from children when court action is required. Maintain accurate case records and follow federal, state laws, and mandates to achieve safety, well-being, and permanency. Work Sunday through Saturday with frequent overtime, emergency standby coverage, and regular travel.
Required Qualifications
- A Bachelors Degree from an accredited educational institution in Social Work/Social Welfare
- 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
- 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
- Valid driver's license
- Detail oriented
- Able to effectively manage and meet deadlines
- Ability to work frequent overtime
- Ability to work emergency standby coverage
- Ability to work regular travel
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