Intensive Case Manager

State of Iowa - Executive Branch

. Provide intensive case management services to a targeted group of high-risk mental health clients in the Intensive Mental Health Unit at Maine State Prison .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeAugusta • Maine • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $51,501 - $72,259 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in intensive case management for high-risk mental health clients, with a strong focus on navigating the criminal justice system and accessing a variety of support services. Proficient in assessing behavioral health issues and coordinating resources in a correctional setting.

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Licensed Social Worker (LSW)MHRT-C CertificationIntensive Case ManagementBehavioral Health AssessmentResource Coordination

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Hard Skills

Case ManagementMental Health AssessmentBehavioral Health ServicesCommunity Resource IdentificationCrisis Intervention

Soft Skills

AdvocacyCollaborationEffective CommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Social Worker (LSW)MHRT-C Certification

Industry Keywords

Intensive Mental Health UnitCriminal Justice SystemCo-occurring DiagnosesPersistent Mental IllnessSection 17 Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide intensive case management services to a targeted group of high-risk mental health clients in the Intensive Mental Health Unit at Maine State Prison
Collaborate closely with varied internal and external professionals
Advocate for and assist clients in accessing and maintaining medical, psychiatric, behavioral health, and other support services after discharge
Maintain knowledge of statewide Section 17 services and processes for accessing resources
Navigate the criminal justice system and intersections between behavioral health services and corrections
Travel up to three days per week to Maine State Prison in Warren using an available state vehicle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education, training, and/or experience in social or behavioral science, mental health, or another closely related field
Competency in assessing behavioral or mental health issues, social work, case management, identifying and coordinating community or clinical resources, or interacting effectively with high-risk individuals
Some positions may require a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) license issued by the Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure or MHRT-C certification issued by the Muskie School of Public Service
Professional experience working with people who have serious, persistent mental illness and co-occurring diagnoses
Professional knowledge of and experience accessing mental health, substance use, medical, psychiatric, and housing resources
Experience providing professional services to mental health consumers in a correctional setting
Current resume and cover letter addressing the three performance areas
Application documents must be submitted in PDF or Word format
Must not require visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extension

Benefits

Comp & perks

13 paid holidays
3+ weeks of vacation leave annually, increasing with years of service
Personal leave for overtime-exempt employees
12 days of sick leave per year
State-paid employee-only health insurance premiums at 85%-95%
5% health insurance premium credit
State-paid employee-only dental premiums at 100%
Maine Public Employees Retirement System contribution equivalent to 14.06% of pay
Gym membership reimbursement up to $40 per month
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Living Resources employee assistance program
Six weeks of fully paid parental leave
Additional unpaid leave may be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act
Voluntary Deferred Compensation through a MaineSaves 457(b) account
Additional wellness benefits