Child Protective Services Caseworker
Core
Provide professional case management and investigative services to assess child safety, abuse, and neglect, and develop plans to ensure the well-being and permanency of children in Maine.
Role type
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) / Child Protective Services Caseworker
Builds
Safety plans, case records, and permanent placement solutions for children and families
Domain
Social Services / Child Protection / Public Sector
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Child safety assessment, abuse and neglect investigation, case management, family engagement, resource coordination, legal compliance, report writing
Preferred skills
Overtime management, emergency response, travel within district
Technologies
Case management systems, reporting tools
Responsibilities
Assess child safety, abuse, and neglect; Engage families to create safety and permanency plans; Coordinate community resources for families; Maintain accurate case records and reports; Separate unsafe caregivers from children when necessary; Petition for protective custody when required
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC