Mental Health Jobs in Maine
Mental health jobs in Maine are concentrated in community health centers, hospital systems, and state-funded behavioral health agencies, with demand rising across both inpatient and outpatient settings for clinicians at every level from entry-level case managers to licensed clinical supervisors. Portland, Bangor, and Augusta are the primary hiring hubs, where established organizations such as MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, and Sweetser maintain consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties include substance use disorder counseling, child and adolescent behavioral health, and crisis intervention services. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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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.
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Opening Date: October 26, 2026
Closing Date: November 3, 2026
Job Class Code: 4015
Grade: 11
Salary: $24.16 - $27.40/hr*
Shift: 6:45a - 7:15p & 6:45a - 3:15p
- Hourly rate is inclusive of a $1.00/hr. salary stipend and a $1.00/hr. direct care stipend. Applicants with Certified Nursing Assistant ("CNA") certificates, and who are on the State's CNA registry, will be paid an additional $.50/hour.
Employees in this job classification begin at Step 5 of the pay scale. Starting salary for promotional candidates will follow contractual requirements.
- Additional shift differential .35¢/hour while working 2nd shift hours
- Additional shift differential .45¢/hour while working 3rd shift hours
- Additional weekend differential $.60/hour while working weekend hours
Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
Job duties:
Do you have a passion for mental healthcare, but haven’t found a team that shares the same level of enthusiasm and compassionate care? We believe each staff member plays an integral role in meeting our mission to provide the highest quality of care possible. As our newest Mental Health Worker, you will provide paraprofessional support work involving the direct care, and rehabilitation of patients. Responsibilities include: implementing programs, treatment and education of those with severe and persistent mental illness and providing their direct patient care. We know our employees are the key to our success. We currently have job opportunities available, so you too can become part of our organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent. Preference will be given to those candidates with experience in mental health and who are registered on the State of Maine’s CNA register and have a valid Maine driver's license.
Agency information:
Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center (DDPC) is a 69-bed psychiatric hospital serving the entire State of Maine that provides services for people with severe mental illness. As a member of a statewide community of care givers, DDPC collaborates with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, their community and personal supports, to provide recovery-oriented, respectful, compassionate, and effective psychiatric care and treatment in the least restrictive, safest, and most therapeutic environment we can create.
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.
Agency information:
Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center (DDPC) is a 69-bed psychiatric hospital serving the entire State of Maine that provides services for people with severe mental illness. As a member of a statewide community of care givers, DDPC collaborates with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, their community and personal supports, to provide recovery-oriented, respectful, compassionate, and effective psychiatric care and treatment in the least restrictive, safest, and most therapeutic environment we can create.
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.
For additional information about this position please contact Jennifer Iverson at 207-561-5425 or email jennifer.iverson@maine.gov .
To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter. To request a paper application, please contact Theresa Peppard at theresa.m.peppard@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 , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $14,369.04 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.
- 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 18.86% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
- Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing parents 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 .
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.
Thinking about applying?
Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.
.
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.
.
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.
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.
.
Opening Date: October 26, 2026
Closing Date: November 3, 2026
Job Class Code: 4015
Grade: 11
Salary: $24.16 - $27.40/hr*
Shift: 6:45a - 7:15p & 6:45a - 3:15p
- Hourly rate is inclusive of a $1.00/hr. salary stipend and a $1.00/hr. direct care stipend. Applicants with Certified Nursing Assistant ("CNA") certificates, and who are on the State's CNA registry, will be paid an additional $.50/hour.
Employees in this job classification begin at Step 5 of the pay scale. Starting salary for promotional candidates will follow contractual requirements.
- Additional shift differential .35¢/hour while working 2nd shift hours
- Additional shift differential .45¢/hour while working 3rd shift hours
- Additional weekend differential $.60/hour while working weekend hours
Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
Job duties:
Do you have a passion for mental healthcare, but haven’t found a team that shares the same level of enthusiasm and compassionate care? We believe each staff member plays an integral role in meeting our mission to provide the highest quality of care possible. As our newest Mental Health Worker, you will provide paraprofessional support work involving the direct care, and rehabilitation of patients. Responsibilities include: implementing programs, treatment and education of those with severe and persistent mental illness and providing their direct patient care. We know our employees are the key to our success. We currently have job opportunities available, so you too can become part of our organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent. Preference will be given to those candidates with experience in mental health and who are registered on the State of Maine’s CNA register and have a valid Maine driver's license.
Agency information:
Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center (DDPC) is a 69-bed psychiatric hospital serving the entire State of Maine that provides services for people with severe mental illness. As a member of a statewide community of care givers, DDPC collaborates with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, their community and personal supports, to provide recovery-oriented, respectful, compassionate, and effective psychiatric care and treatment in the least restrictive, safest, and most therapeutic environment we can create.
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.
Agency information:
Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center (DDPC) is a 69-bed psychiatric hospital serving the entire State of Maine that provides services for people with severe mental illness. As a member of a statewide community of care givers, DDPC collaborates with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, their community and personal supports, to provide recovery-oriented, respectful, compassionate, and effective psychiatric care and treatment in the least restrictive, safest, and most therapeutic environment we can create.
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.
For additional information about this position please contact Jennifer Iverson at 207-561-5425 or email jennifer.iverson@maine.gov .
To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter. To request a paper application, please contact Theresa Peppard at theresa.m.peppard@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 , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $14,369.04 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.
- 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 18.86% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
- Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing parents 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 .
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.
Thinking about applying?
Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.
.
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.
.
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.
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What Maine Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health jobs across Maine.
- Active Maine clinical license such as LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or CADC issued by the Maine Department of Professional and Financial Regulation
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a closely related behavioral health field
- Experience providing direct clinical services in a community mental health or outpatient setting
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards required by Maine MaineCare billing
- Ability to complete a background check meeting Maine DHHS child and adult protective services requirements
- Familiarity with trauma-informed care frameworks and evidence-based treatment modalities such as CBT or DBT
Mental Health Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health professional in Maine?
The path depends on the specific role you are pursuing. Licensed clinical social workers, licensed clinical professional counselors, and licensed marriage and family therapists are all credentialed through the Maine Department of Professional and Financial Regulation, which requires a qualifying graduate degree, supervised clinical hours, and a licensing exam. Substance use counselors can pursue the CADC credential through the Maine Certification Board for Substance Use Counselors and Co-Occurring Disorders Professionals.
Which companies hire mental health professionals in Maine?
Employers hiring mental health professionals in Maine right now include Commonwealth Medical Services, Alternative Services-NE, and Community Care ME, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Maine's community mental health center network and large integrated health systems like MaineHealth and Northern Light Health generate the most consistent volume of openings.
Which Maine cities have the most mental health jobs?
Bangor, Portland, and South Portland have the most mental health openings in Maine. Portland draws the largest share of listings given its concentration of community health organizations and MaineHealth's flagship facilities, while Bangor serves as the hub for Northern Light Health's regional network and Augusta anchors state agency and DHHS-affiliated employer hiring.
Are there remote mental health jobs in Maine?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields allow, because telehealth expanded access to licensed therapy and psychiatric services significantly. About 70% of mental health openings tied to Maine are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how broadly telehealth has been adopted. Roles most likely to be fully remote are outpatient therapy, psychiatric medication management, and care coordination rather than crisis stabilization or inpatient work.
How can I get hired as a mental health professional in Maine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a community support worker, behavioral health technician, or case manager role, which Maine employers such as Sweetser and Spurwink hire for without a clinical license. Many of these positions support licensed clinicians and count toward supervised hours needed for licensure. Completing a practicum or internship through a Maine graduate program at a community mental health center is the most direct path, and holding an associate-level credential like a CADC-A gives candidates a competitive edge before full licensure.
Where can I find and apply to mental health jobs in Maine?
You can find and apply to mental health jobs in Maine on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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