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Travel RN Case Manager

Biddeford, ME · On-site

Case Management * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours, days ... permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the ...

Sequel Employment Center

Care Manager

Yarmouth, ME · On-site

We are passionate about what we do and delight in providing excellent programs that make permanent ... Q/A & Case Management - Case Manager Sequel Youth & Family Services is an Equal Opportunity and ...

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What is a permanency case manager?

Permanency case managers are professionals who work within child welfare systems to help children in foster care achieve permanent, stable living situations. Their primary goal is to ensure that each child either returns safely to their biological family, is adopted, or placed under legal guardianship. They coordinate with families, courts, and service providers to develop and implement plans tailored to each child's needs. Permanency case managers also monitor progress, advocate for the child's best interests, and offer support throughout the process. This role requires strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a permanency case manager?

To thrive as a Permanency Case Manager, you need a background in social work or a related field, typically with a bachelor's degree and relevant licensure or certification. Familiarity with case management software, state child welfare systems, and documentation tools is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competence, empathy, and the ability to manage high-stress situations help you build trust with children and families. These skills are crucial for ensuring child safety, supporting family stability, and achieving positive permanency outcomes.

What are some of the most common challenges faced by permanency case managers, and how can new hires best prepare for them?

Permanency Case Managers often encounter challenges such as managing high caseloads, navigating complex family dynamics, and coordinating with multiple service providers. New hires can best prepare by developing strong organizational skills, maintaining clear communication, and seeking regular supervision or peer support to manage emotional stress. Building a solid understanding of child welfare laws and local resources also helps in providing effective support to children and families working toward stable, long-term solutions.

What is the difference between Permanency Case Manager vs Child Welfare Case Manager?

AspectPermanency Case ManagerChild Welfare Case Manager
CredentialsRelevant social work or counseling certifications, state licensingSimilar certifications, often requiring social work background
Work EnvironmentChild welfare agencies, foster care systemsChild protective services, foster care agencies
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, non-profits focused on family reunification and permanencyChild protective services, social service agencies
Search & ComparisonOften compared for roles involving permanency planning and foster careMore focused on child protection and safety

Both roles involve working with children and families, but Permanency Case Managers primarily focus on establishing permanent living arrangements, such as reunification or adoption, while Child Welfare Case Managers concentrate on child safety and protective services. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right position aligned with their skills and career goals.

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Full-Time Targeted Case Manager

Waterville, ME • On-site

Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter
Non-Profits • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Mid-Maine Homeless Shelterexternal

$21 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Full-Time Targeted Case Manager

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus!

Help Build Pathways to Housing, Recovery, and Hope

At Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter & Services, we believe everyone deserves a safe place to call home. As Central Maine's leading low-barrier emergency shelter, we provide compassionate, trauma-informed services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness through a Housing First and harm reduction approach.

Our shelter is more than a place to sleep—we are a community of dedicated professionals helping people overcome barriers, regain stability, and move toward permanent housing. We meet people where they are, treating every individual with dignity, respect, and hope.

If you're looking for meaningful work where you can make a lasting impact every day, we'd love to meet you.

Position: Targeted Case Manager

Full-Time | Monday–Friday

Pay: $21.00–$25.00 per hour (based on experience)

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus

  • $750 after 90 days of employment
  • $750 after one year of service

About the Position

The Targeted Case Manager plays a vital role in helping guests transition from homelessness to stable, permanent housing. Working within our low-barrier shelter, you'll partner with individuals experiencing complex challenges—including mental illness, substance use disorders, trauma, and chronic homelessness—to develop individualized housing plans and connect them with the resources they need to succeed.

This position provides supportive housing services and will deliver Section 13 and/or Section 17 MaineCare Targeted Case Management services for eligible participants.

You'll work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to reducing barriers, promoting recovery, and helping people achieve long-term housing stability.

What You'll Do

  • Develop individualized service and housing plans that reflect each guest's strengths, goals, and needs.
  • Provide comprehensive case management using Housing First, trauma-informed, and harm reduction principles.
  • Deliver Section 13 and/or Section 17 Targeted Case Management services for eligible participants.
  • Assist guests in obtaining permanent housing, income, benefits, healthcare, behavioral health services, transportation, employment resources, and other community supports.
  • Advocate for guests while building collaborative relationships with landlords, housing providers, healthcare organizations, and community partners.
  • Support guests as they transition into housing and provide follow-up services to promote long-term housing retention.
  • Maintain timely and accurate documentation in HMIS, electronic health records, and other required systems.
  • Participate as an active member of a collaborative team dedicated to ending homelessness in Central Maine.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Behavioral Health, or a related field or current MHRT-C certification.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred

  • Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, mental illness, substance use disorders, or complex trauma.
  • Knowledge of Housing First, trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, or harm reduction practices.
  • Familiarity with MaineCare Targeted Case Management, HMIS, or electronic health records.

Why Join Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter & Services?

At MMHSS, you'll join a passionate team committed to making homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring. We invest in our staff through professional development, supportive leadership, and opportunities for growth while fostering a workplace built on compassion, collaboration, and innovation.

We Offer

  • Competitive pay
  • $1,500 Sign-On Bonus
  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
  • Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization

Make a Difference Every Day

Every conversation, every housing application, every successful move-in represents a life changed. If you're passionate about helping people rebuild their lives through housing, recovery, and compassionate support, we'd love to have you on our team.

Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter & Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every employee and every guest is treated with dignity and respect.