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. . Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Social Services Program Specialist I Opening Date:

August 19, 2026

Closing Date:

September 1, 2026

Job Class Code:

5092

Grade:

22

• Prof & Tech Svcs Salary:

  $47,652.80
• $66,497.60 per year
• This is inclusive of a 1.

00% recruitment and retention stipend

Position Number:

20002-4762

Location:

Bangor (This position does require some statewide travel and occasional overnight stays) Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or

STEM OPT

extensions.

Core Responsibilities:

As a surveyor, you will be responsible for conducting licensing surveys for Home and Community Support Service Agencies to ensure that they are in compliance with applicable state licensing rules. You will investigate complaints and facility-generated incident reports alleging non-compliance with State rules. You will determine, based on observation, document review, and interviews, whether agencies/programs are in compliance with licensing requirements. You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring licensing activities for your assigned workload. You will work under limited supervision. This position requires statewide travel and occasional overnight stays, and an occasional night or weekend survey.

You will also:

• Complete investigations of allegations of noncompliance and complete scheduled inspections related to license issuance
• Document survey and investigation findings in Statements of Deficiencies in a thorough and timely manner.
• Interview complainants and witnesses to obtain information regarding complaint allegations and complete detailed investigation reports.
• Review records and make observations of agency operations.
• Review agency-generated Plans of Correction to ensure that these plans address all deficiencies cited.
• Provide technical assistance to agencies/providers.
• Participate in appropriate training and staff meetings at the request of the supervisor/manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

Six (6) years of education and/or professional experience in social services casework, social services program development/delivery, or social services related fiscal/budget administration/analysis work.

Preferred Candidates will also have:

• Experience with home and community support services and agencies;
• Knowledge of the Maine rules and regulations related to home and community support service agencies and/or:
• Experience conducting inspections and/or investigations to determine compliance with rules.

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Agency information:

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. The mission of the Division of Licensing and Certification is to ensure Maine's citizens receive quality and effective health care and social services by developing and applying regulatory standards that help people have safe and appropriate outcomes.

Application Information:

For additional information about this position please contact Sarah Deschaine, HCS Program Manager at Sarah.Deschaine@Maine.gov Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format. To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.

Hernandez@Maine.gov 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 and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year. Health Insurance Coverage
• The State of Maine pays 85
• 95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60
• $13,650.48 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. Health Insurance Premium Credit
• Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5% . Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements . 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 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee. Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense. Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office . Living Resources Program
• Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing 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 . Voluntary Deferred Compensation

• Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

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. . 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.