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Maine

656 State Street

Director of Social Services - PSM II.

TEMPORARYLEADERSHIP$40–57/HR
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. . Open Date: November 3, 2026 Closing Date: November 18, 2026 Job Class Code: MA33 Grade: 33 Salary: $40.81- $57.69 per hour* Shift: 7:30a - 4:00p Monday - Friday Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions. DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for the clinical and administrative management of the Social Services Department. These responsibilities include planning, coordinating and implementing social services and programs designed for the adult patient population. This position provides clinical leadership and shares best practices to the Social Work Department in order to maximize treatment efforts and appropriate use of resources for quality efficient discharge planning. REPRESENTATIVE TASKS: Develops and reviews program policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to improve program effectiveness and efficiency. Regulatory guidelines from the Center of Medicaid and Medicare Services, The Joint Commission, and The State of Maine Division of Licensing are applied to social services policies and procedures to ensure consistent discharge practices are followed. Work collaboratively with State of Maine interagency departments to provide best practice treatment and discharge planning to the adult mental health population. Knowledgeable with Title 15 & Title 22A procedures and court processes for efficient discharges. Provide education, guidance and supervision to all subordinate staff that work inpatient and in the Outpatient Services Clinic. Serves as a member of the Executive Management Team. REQUIREMENTS: A master’s degree in social services or a bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field with 3 years supervisory experience. LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must hold a current/active full Social Worker (LSW) license as issued by the Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure. Agency information: Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center (DDPC) is a 69-bed psychiatric hospital serving the entire State of Maine that provides services for people with severe mental illness. As a member of a statewide community of care givers, DDPC collaborates with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, their community and personal supports, to provide recovery-oriented, respectful, compassionate, and effective psychiatric care and treatment in the least restrictive, safest, and most therapeutic environment we can create. 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. For additional information about this position please contact Jennifer Iverson at 207-561-5425 or email [email protected]. To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter. To request a paper application, please contact Theresa Peppard at [email protected]. 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, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $14,369.04 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. Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value). Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.86% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing parents and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act. State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart. . If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting. . If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting. Create Account Please note: applicant accounts cannot be deleted once created. If you would prefer not to maintain an online account, you may submit a paper application as an alternative. For information on how to access the paper application, please visit: Application Process About Us 🌟Join Maine State Government and Make a Difference in Your Community If you're looking for a fulfilling career that allows you to serve the public and make a difference, consider working with Maine State Government! Our departments boast an array of professions, including attorneys, biologists, correctional officers, equipment operators, engineers, human resources professionals, information technology experts, law enforcement officers, nurses, park rangers, social workers, and transportation workers. With more than 100 agencies, boards, and offices, Maine State Government is the perfect place to explore various industries and interests. Whether you're interested in finance or forestry, there's an opportunity for you to help make Maine an even better place to live.
Pay
$40–57/hr
Where
656 State Street · Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center · United States of America
Work
Not stated
Type
Temporary
Posted
3 Nov, 2026
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