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Social Worker - Social And Human Services

Hybrid

Recruitment # 250519-7713SH-001

Location Bridgeport, CT Danbury, CT Hartford, CT Manchester, CT Middletown, CT New Britain, CT New Haven, CT Norwich, CT Stamford, CT Waterbury, CT

Date Opened 5/27/2025 12:00:00 AM

Salary $78,981* - $100,520/year (New State employees start at the minimum)

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 6/9/2025 11:59:00 PM

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+ Introduction

Are you driven and motivated to making a positive impact with those you work with? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you to join our team of individuals committed to the goal of making a difference in our communities!

The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Social Services (DSS (https://portal.ct.gov/dss?language=en\_US) ) is currently recruiting for several Social Workers (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=7713SH&R1=undefined&R3=undefined) in our Hartford, Middletown, Norwich and New Haven Resource Centers with anticipated vacancies at the following locations; Bridgeport, Danbury, Manchester, New Britain, Stamford, and Waterbury. The Social Work Services Division at DSS primarily provides protective and supportive services for vulnerable adults, addressing abuse, neglect, and exploitation, coordinates care and resources for individuals with disabilities, to ensure safety and well-being. In addition, families and individuals experiencing crisis and domestic violence are also assisted.

Our ideal candidate will have respect for a client’s right to self-determination. They will also need to understand and appreciate the roles of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual preference, gender identity, age, disability status, and individual values as they relate to serving clients and their families. They will be working independently and be able to deescalate tense situations.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

+ DIVISION: Social Work Services Division

+ LOCATIONS: Hartford, Middletown, Norwich or New Haven

+ SHIFT: First (full time)

+ SCHEDULE: Hybrid - Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

+ Delivering social casework and crisis intervention services to a caseload of individuals and families.

+ Providing protective and supportive services to abused, neglected and/or exploited older clients.

+ Conducting home visits to vulnerable individuals to evaluate client functioning, monitoring risk.

+ Evaluating clients' capacity to manage their own affairs and protect themselves from financial exploitation.

+ Arranging for and assessing the status of supports such as homecare, public assistance, legal aid, housing, medical and psychiatric examination, and therapy, etc.

+ Completing required case documentation and correspondence within mandated timeframes, writing petitions and other legal documents, and testifying at court.

+ Communicating effectively with clients, family members and other formal and informal care systems.

+ Making home visits in areas that are isolated and/or may involve unsanitary conditions.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

+ Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page!

+ Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.

+ Professional growth and development opportunities.

+ A healthy work/life balance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6n9M1Qd5fo) to all employees.

MORE ABOUT US

DSS delivers and funds a wide range of programs and services as Connecticut’s multi-faceted health and human services agency. DSS serves about 1 million residents of all ages in all 169 Connecticut cities and towns. We support the basic needs of children, families, older and other adults, including persons with disabilities. Services are delivered through 12 field offices, central administration, online and phone access options. Follow us on twitter@ctdss and see what we are all about! Our employees participate in a competitive benefits plan that includes healthcare coverage, and a retirement plan, as well as paid time off! We encourage a healthy work/life balance to all employees.

START WITH US. STAY WITH US. GROW WITH US.

We invite you to join our team and take part in fulfilling our vision of a Connecticut where all are healthy, secure, and thriving!

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

BEFORE YOU APPLY:

+ Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

+ Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.

+ Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

+ Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

+ Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].

+ Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

+ Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

+ Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

+ Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!

+ Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.

+ The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

+ Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Chris Lavallee at [email protected] .

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency or facility this class is accountable for the provision of intensive supportive social case work services to an assigned caseload of individuals and families.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Performs a variety of highly skilled case work services;

+ Obtains medical, physical and social histories of clients in order to provide maximum services to individual;

+ Confers with clients, relatives, professional associates and other social welfare agencies regarding case problems;

+ Provides counseling services to an assigned caseload;

+ Provides services to aged and disabled clients in boarding or convalescent homes;

+ Conducts and interprets results of investigations, professionally evaluating their significance;

+ Seeks employment, housing, financial assistance and other services for an assigned caseload;

+ Independently prepares case histories, forms and reports;

+ Performs related duties as required.

DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES:

+ Performs a variety of highly skilled case work services for children and youth;

+ Maintains medical, physical, social and psychological histories;

+ Counsels families, children and youth both individually and in groups;

+ Investigates, evaluates and makes recommendations for Juvenile Court on all petitions alleging neglect or abuse of children;

+ Recruits and selects foster and adoptive homes for placement of children;

+ Consults with psychologists, psychiatrists and other staff to develop and administer treatment plans;

+ Consults with community groups to determine appropriate referrals and develop community resources;

+ May supervise volunteer workers in conjunction with department volunteer services programs;

+ Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Considerable knowledge of

+ principles, techniques and methods of professional social work;

+ various economic, emotional, medical, psychological and social factors influencing attitudes and behavior of individuals and families;

+ Knowledge of community resources available to individuals and families;

+ Considerable

+ interpersonal skills;

+ oral and written communication skills;

+ Considerable ability to

+ interpret and apply social work policies;

+ prepare clear and concise reports and case histories.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

A Master's degree in social work or a closely related field and one (1) year of experience in the self-directed use of case management techniques and counseling to sustain or restore client functioning OR a Bachelor's degree in social work or a closely related field and two (2) years of experience in the self-directed use of case management techniques and counseling to sustain or restore client functioning.

NOTES:

+ Closely related fields are: applied sociology, child development, child welfare, clinical psychology, counseling, human development and family studies, human service, marriage and family therapy, nursing, social and/or human services, education and criminal justice

+ Qualifying experience at this level must include the use of professional interviewing techniques, provision of skilled counseling to an assigned client caseload and assessment of basic client needs (nutritional, environmental, financial, medical, protective service) through continuing personal observation during visits, intervention and evaluation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

For state employees successful completion of the Social Worker Trainee program may be substituted for the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ A Master’s degree in Social Work or closely related field.

+ Experience working with elderly individuals.

+ Experience working with adults with disabilities.

+ Experience making client home visits.

+ Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and Windows 10.

+ Experience learning new program-specific software.

+ Experience communicating with a diverse population including elders, family members and other formal and informal care systems.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Candidates cannot be appointed until all degree requirements are completed.

+ Incumbents in this class will be required to possess retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

+ Incumbents in this class will be required to travel.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required to speak a foreign language.

+ DEPARTMENT OF AGING AND DISABILITY SERVICES: Incumbents in this class must be able to communicate fluently in American Sign Language.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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