Job Details

City of Portland - Licensed Social Worker

Health & Human Services, Barron Center

$1,500 sign on bonus for external applicants

About the City of Portland Health & Human Services Department:

Come do good work with us! The Health & Human Services Department consists of four unique divisions; Barron Center, Elder Affairs, Public Health, and Social Services. We strive to enhance the health and well-being of the residents of Portland in collaboration with our community, state, and federal partners.

Job Summary:

The Barron Center is a long-term care facility, owned and operated by the City of Portland, and is Maine's largest skilled nursing facility. We have an excellent reputation for fostering a caring and creative work environment, and now is your chance to have the job you always wanted - being part of a team who makes a difference in the lives of our residents.

This position involves professional social work with long-term care residents and their families, assisting in their adjustment to the facility, and working as a team member to provide for and assure quality of life for facility residents. Qualified candidates will have at least one year of experience in long-term care or within geriatric care work, including knowledge of community resources. The Licensed Social Worker designation is required for consideration and hire.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Shares responsibility for telephone and walk-in referrals.
  
• Provides appropriate community referrals.
  
• Meets with residents and their family upon admission, determines psychosocial needs, and formulates an appropriate care plan.
  
• Visits residents on a regular and as-needed basis.
  
• Maintains contact with families, involving them in resident's care as appropriate.
  
• Acts as an advocate for residents and their rights.
  
• Participates in team conferences and psychiatric consultations.
  
• Works as discharge planner arranging for services at time of discharge.
  
• Responsible for preparing and maintaining social service documentation in accordance with State regulations.

Required Skills & Experience: Bachelors Degree in Social Work or a related field and Licensed Social Worker designation are both required

• Minimum one year experience in long term care or geriatric care work
  
• Experience in family or group counseling
  
• Working knowledge of social services system and community social resources
  
• Ability to prepare complete and valid case records
  
• Ability to apply policies and procedures to specific cases.
  
• Ability to assist families and individuals with social and economic planning.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other social workers, institutional and public officials, and other community contacts

Special Requirements:

• Up-to-date immunization records are required for all Barron Center staff
  
• An annual flu vaccine is required
  
• A pre placement physical is required

Expected Hours/Schedule: 

Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm.

Applications accepted until October 16, 2026.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:
This is a union position, CEBA Grade 15, with a starting pay range of $51,616.76 - $58,246.76 per year, based on relevant years of experience.

For more information about compensation with the City of Portland, please refer to the union specific pay plans and agreements.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
  
• Thirteen paid holidays
  
• Sick, vacation, and personal leave
  
• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
  
• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
  
• Use of City recreation facilities
  
• Fitness Reimbursement
  
• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.

To apply, visit: https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=298&sreq=10&form=1000&desc=LICENSED%20SOCIAL%20WORKER