Child Protective Services Nurse Consultant

State of Maine • Augusta, ME

1d • $66,227 - $90,771 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a Child Protective Services Nurse Consultant to work under the direction of the Medical Director of OCFS and the Child Wellbeing Supervisor. This role focuses on the well-being of children in foster care and their caregiver(s). The position is located in Augusta, Bangor, or Portland and may require statewide travel. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or related field demonstrating competency in case management, medication management, child welfare, and/or behavioral health management.
• A valid license as a Registered Nurse as issued by the Maine State Board of Nursing.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of child health and well-being related to development and recommended care related to medical, dental, and mental health.
• Knowledge of child welfare, child abuse and neglect, children’s behavioral health and trauma informed systems of care.
• Knowledge of pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for developmental, behavioral and mental health conditions of children and adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with OCFS staff, medical providers, social service providers and other community collaboratives, taskforces and workgroups who work to improve the well-being of children and youth in foster care.
• Collaborate and provide consultation with OCFS staff regarding children in foster care with unique medical needs and complex medical issues.
• Provide quality improvement training for direct line staff.
• Gather and document information related to the well-being of children in foster care and provide follow up to ensure identified these needs are addressed. (including, but not limited to: Immunizations, Initial Medical Appointments, Comprehensive Medical Evaluations, Well Child Checks, etc)
• Provide oversight and monitoring for psychotropic medications prescribed to children and youth in foster care, including pulling and reviewing monthly reports in accordance with the Desk Level Procedure Guide.
• Other duties as it relates to supporting the health and well-being of children and youth in foster care.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
• 12 days of sick leave per year
• Health Insurance Coverage (State pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums)
• Health Insurance Premium Credit (decreases employee-only premiums by 5%)
• Dental Insurance (State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums)
• Retirement Plan (State contributes 14.06% of employee's pay towards MainePERS)
• Gym Membership Reimbursement (up to $40 per month)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Living Resources Program (employee assistance program)
• Six weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation (MaineSaves 457(b) account)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level