Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Social Worker I - DCF - Southern Region -Continuous Posting
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Brockton, Massachusetts, United States, 02411
Overview
Social Worker I - DCF - Southern Region - Continuous Posting - (25000102) The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is seeking dynamic, mission-driven individuals to fill the role of Social Worker. Selected candidates will provide services to help children in need including homeless, foster, abused and neglected. Social Workers interact with children and family members to assess needs and determine the best course of action to improve the child/family environment. Please Note:
Diversity, equity and inclusion are core values for the Department of Children and Families. DCF strives to build a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce representative of the communities we serve and strongly encourages diverse and multilingual candidates to apply. Duties and Responsibilities
Assess, evaluate, conduct initial and ongoing case management of children/family services and needs. Develop, review, update and ensure implementation of strength-based service plans for each child in care or custody, including risk assessment, safety plans and goals. Complete all documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements. Attend home and foster care visits; transport children to health, social services or other agency-related appointments as required. Maintain ongoing communication with DCF staff and other constituencies; initiate court action when necessary. Empower families to make stable commitments to children by providing counseling and coordinating visits with biological parents and/or guardians and other relatives; develop a helping relationship and ensure needed support and services are provided. Attend weekly supervision, weekly staff meetings, in-service training, and team meetings. Maintain a high degree of professionalism in the community, with clients, schools, courts and with referring agencies to build and sustain positive relationships. Important Information
Offers of employment are made based on agency staffing needs. Offices in the Southern Region consist of: Greater Waltham Area Office, 157 Overland Road, Waltham, MA 02451 Coastal Office – 220 Forbes Road Rear, Braintree, MA 02184 Taunton Office – 1 Washington Street, Suite 200, Taunton, MA 02780 Brockton Office – 110 Mulberry Street, Brockton, MA 02302 Fall River Office – 1822 North Main Street, Suite 400, Fall River, MA 02720 New Bedford Office – 651 Orchard Street, Suite 400, New Bedford, MA 02744 Barnstable Office – 181 North Street, Hyannis, MA 02601 Plymouth Office – 44 Industrial Park Road, Plymouth, MA 02360 About the Department of Children and Families
The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is committed to protecting children from abuse and neglect to ensure they can grow and thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. DCF’s vision is that all children have a nurturing home with access to food, shelter, clothing, health care and education. DCF works to establish safety, permanency and well-being by stabilizing families, providing quality temporary care when necessary, safely reunifying families, and, when appropriate, creating new families through kinship, guardianship or adoption. Preferred applicants will possess a demonstrated commitment to core practice values: child-driven, family-centered, community-focused, strength-based, commitment to diversity/cultural competency, and commitment to continuous learning. A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by regulations. For more information, please visit https://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori. Education, licensure and certifications will be verified per the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website. For questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 and select option #4. Please be advised that this is a Continuous Posting. Candidates who apply will remain active for 90 days and will be considered as openings arise. Reapplication after 90 days is encouraged if not selected. Qualifications
Minimum Entrance Requirements:
Applicants must have (A) a Bachelor's degree or higher in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, counseling education or criminal justice or a relevant human services degree and (B) a current and valid licensure as a Licensed Social Work Associate, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Certified Social Worker or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration. *Applicants must obtain the required license in Social Work within the first nine (9) months of employment. The classification may require possession of a current and valid Motor Vehicle Driver's License at a class level specific to assignment. Salary placement is determined by experience and education, and is subject to applicable collective bargaining agreements for bargaining unit positions. When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We strongly encourage individuals who believe they have the skills to thrive to apply. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Location and Job Details
Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Brockton-110 Mulberry Street Job: Community and Social Services Agency: Department of Children & Families Schedule: Full-time Shift: Day Job Posting: Sep 8, 2025, 2:40:13 PM Salary: 67,093.26 - 91,637.26 Yearly Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
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Social Worker I - DCF - Southern Region - Continuous Posting - (25000102) The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is seeking dynamic, mission-driven individuals to fill the role of Social Worker. Selected candidates will provide services to help children in need including homeless, foster, abused and neglected. Social Workers interact with children and family members to assess needs and determine the best course of action to improve the child/family environment. Please Note:
Diversity, equity and inclusion are core values for the Department of Children and Families. DCF strives to build a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce representative of the communities we serve and strongly encourages diverse and multilingual candidates to apply. Duties and Responsibilities
Assess, evaluate, conduct initial and ongoing case management of children/family services and needs. Develop, review, update and ensure implementation of strength-based service plans for each child in care or custody, including risk assessment, safety plans and goals. Complete all documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements. Attend home and foster care visits; transport children to health, social services or other agency-related appointments as required. Maintain ongoing communication with DCF staff and other constituencies; initiate court action when necessary. Empower families to make stable commitments to children by providing counseling and coordinating visits with biological parents and/or guardians and other relatives; develop a helping relationship and ensure needed support and services are provided. Attend weekly supervision, weekly staff meetings, in-service training, and team meetings. Maintain a high degree of professionalism in the community, with clients, schools, courts and with referring agencies to build and sustain positive relationships. Important Information
Offers of employment are made based on agency staffing needs. Offices in the Southern Region consist of: Greater Waltham Area Office, 157 Overland Road, Waltham, MA 02451 Coastal Office – 220 Forbes Road Rear, Braintree, MA 02184 Taunton Office – 1 Washington Street, Suite 200, Taunton, MA 02780 Brockton Office – 110 Mulberry Street, Brockton, MA 02302 Fall River Office – 1822 North Main Street, Suite 400, Fall River, MA 02720 New Bedford Office – 651 Orchard Street, Suite 400, New Bedford, MA 02744 Barnstable Office – 181 North Street, Hyannis, MA 02601 Plymouth Office – 44 Industrial Park Road, Plymouth, MA 02360 About the Department of Children and Families
The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is committed to protecting children from abuse and neglect to ensure they can grow and thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. DCF’s vision is that all children have a nurturing home with access to food, shelter, clothing, health care and education. DCF works to establish safety, permanency and well-being by stabilizing families, providing quality temporary care when necessary, safely reunifying families, and, when appropriate, creating new families through kinship, guardianship or adoption. Preferred applicants will possess a demonstrated commitment to core practice values: child-driven, family-centered, community-focused, strength-based, commitment to diversity/cultural competency, and commitment to continuous learning. A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by regulations. For more information, please visit https://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori. Education, licensure and certifications will be verified per the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website. For questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 and select option #4. Please be advised that this is a Continuous Posting. Candidates who apply will remain active for 90 days and will be considered as openings arise. Reapplication after 90 days is encouraged if not selected. Qualifications
Minimum Entrance Requirements:
Applicants must have (A) a Bachelor's degree or higher in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, counseling education or criminal justice or a relevant human services degree and (B) a current and valid licensure as a Licensed Social Work Associate, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Certified Social Worker or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration. *Applicants must obtain the required license in Social Work within the first nine (9) months of employment. The classification may require possession of a current and valid Motor Vehicle Driver's License at a class level specific to assignment. Salary placement is determined by experience and education, and is subject to applicable collective bargaining agreements for bargaining unit positions. When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We strongly encourage individuals who believe they have the skills to thrive to apply. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Location and Job Details
Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Brockton-110 Mulberry Street Job: Community and Social Services Agency: Department of Children & Families Schedule: Full-time Shift: Day Job Posting: Sep 8, 2025, 2:40:13 PM Salary: 67,093.26 - 91,637.26 Yearly Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
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