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Pines Health Services
Caribou, Maine

LCSW

Social WorkerNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$55k-$75k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

  • Department: Behavioral Health
  • Location: Varies
  • Job Status: Full-Time (40 hours)
  • FLSA Status: Exempt
  • Pay Range:$55,000 - $75,000

The compensation range listed above represents the good-faith range Pines Health Services anticipates relying upon when making an offer for this position. Starting pay is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, and market conditions.

Join Our Team at Pines Health Services in Beautiful Northern Maine!

Are you looking for an opportunity to work in one of the most stunning locations in Maine? Look no further! Pines Health Services, nestled in the heart of Northern Maine's breathtaking landscapes, is seeking a passionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join our team.

Impactful Work: Join a team that makes a difference in the lives of our community members every day. At Pines Health Services, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our patients and be part of a healthcare family that truly cares.

Perks & Benefits

In addition to a rewarding career and a supportive work environment, Pines Health Services offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Don't miss out on this chance to be part of something special. Join us at Pines Health Services and experience the beauty of Northern Maine while making a meaningful impact in healthcare. Apply today and let your career adventure begin!

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Requirements

Essential Functions

  • Provides focused intervention for patients who are in need of mental health services.
  • Talk, listen, observe and analyze patients and suggest a suitable mode of treatment.
  • Provides complete documentation of visits and the patient’s progress in the medical record.
  • Assist patients in need of developing daily and community living skills.
  • Provides patients with self-management skills and education information needed so they can participate in their treatment.
  • Perform short-term counseling and crisis intervention as necessary.
  • Prepare psychosocial, and educational materials as needed or required.
  • Coordinate with clinical, health education, community health, and other staff members in the provision of services to patients.
  • Provide referrals for services needed.
  • Provide any special services and related functions that are allowed under the State of Maine License to practice social work or psychology.
  • Coordinate with other organizational entities involved in psychosocial and mental health services.
  • Provide community service information as an outreach worker as required.

Additional Functions

Provide a welcoming environment for individuals seeking mental health, substance abuse, co-occurring, and community support.

  • Provide integrated services in a manner that supports a client’s overall health and well-being.
  • Assume other responsibilities as directed.
  • Should have a strong commitment to the mission of Pines Health Services.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work appropriately.

Availability Requirements

Monday through Friday, hours 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; hours may vary according to patient needs.

Education and Experience Requirements

Masters Degree in Social Work or a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology.

Licenses: This position requires eligibility and Licensure as a Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist in the State of Maine with licensure as a social worker or clinical psychologist.

Contact: For the full job description or additional information, please contact Human Resources at 207-498-2356 ext. 2031. Pines Health Services offers a competitive benefits package. You can view the complete details here: Pines Health Services Benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pines Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal or Maine law.

Key Responsibilities

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides mental health interventions, counseling, and crisis support to patients while maintaining accurate medical records. They also coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to provide integrated care and community outreach services.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical social workPsychosocial assessmentPatient documentationTreatment planningCase managementSubstance abuse supportPatient educationInterdisciplinary coordinationReferral management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates LCSW at Pines Health Services a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Social Work social worker listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Social Worker Career Context

Pines Health Services holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 4 active listings.

The cost-of-living index for Maine is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$65k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $67k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Maine clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$55k–$75kLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) median $74k (middle half $63k–$85k)296 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$67k in purchasing powerMaine index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) listings in Maine48 active7,068 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS Social Worker listings: 8% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026
Pines Health Servicessilver tier, 72/100Top Employers work-life index4 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Pines Health Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Caribou, Maine
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional development opportunities

Living in Caribou

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$179k≈ 3.2× annual pay
Median resident rent
$757/mo≈ 17% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
Up to 7.2%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.