Connecticut
Advanced Clinical Social Worker (37.5 Hour) (Hybrid) - #251027-0965XC-001
Connecticut, Hartford, Connecticut, us, 06112
Introduction
Do you have one (1) year of experience as a licensed clinical social worker? Are you looking to use your expertise to help the youth of Connecticut? If so, we invite you to take this opportunity to join our team! The State of Connecticut, Department of Children and Families (DCF) - is accepting applications for a full-time, Advanced Clinical Social Worker position located at 250 Hamilton Street, Hartford, CT.
Position Highlights PCN146037 Full-time, 37.5 hours per week First (1st) shift Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Schedule flexibility to meet the needs of the agency is needed.
The Role
Providing mental health consultation to DCF Social Workers to ensure individualized treatment for children and families.
Coordinating treatment progress to ensure the fulfillment of our mission.
Consulting and collaborating with community partners to improve the delivery of services.
Providing support to DCF Social Workers both in the field and at meetings.
Providing referrals for services.
About Us Working together with families and communities to improve child safety, ensure that more children have permanent families, and advance the overall well‑being of children is the central focus of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). DCF protects children who are being abused or neglected, strengthens families through support and advocacy, and builds on existing family and community strengths to help children who are facing emotional and behavioral challenges, including those committed to the Department by the juvenile justice system. We welcome you to be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals and assist our clients/patients so they can achieve success.
What’s In It For You Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities. A healthy work‑life balance for all employees. State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loan forgiveness after 10 years of service. Click here for more information. Discover the opportunity to: engage in a rewarding career, assist our employees so they can achieve success, make a difference in the public sector, and work together in a collaborative team environment.
Minimum Qualifications
One (1) year of experience as a licensed clinical social worker.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience providing clinical services to children and families with complex psychiatric profiles.
Experience providing clinical case management services in collaboration with community systems of care.
Experience implementing evidence‑based practice and working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team.
Experience providing various treatment modalities to children and families with complex trauma.
Experience assessing children, young adults and families utilizing validated tools and through the lens of racial justice.
Experience assessing and treating children and adolescents with developmental disability, Autism Spectrum Disorders and/or complex diagnostic profiles.
Special Requirements Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice clinical social work pursuant to Sec. 20‑195 (m) through (r) of the Connecticut General Statutes. Incumbents must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. 1320a‑7b(f). Incumbents may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in designated positions. Incumbents may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in designated positions. Incumbents may be required to be a certified Substance Abuse/HIV Supervisor. Incumbents may be required to travel.
Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
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Position Highlights PCN146037 Full-time, 37.5 hours per week First (1st) shift Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Schedule flexibility to meet the needs of the agency is needed.
The Role
Providing mental health consultation to DCF Social Workers to ensure individualized treatment for children and families.
Coordinating treatment progress to ensure the fulfillment of our mission.
Consulting and collaborating with community partners to improve the delivery of services.
Providing support to DCF Social Workers both in the field and at meetings.
Providing referrals for services.
About Us Working together with families and communities to improve child safety, ensure that more children have permanent families, and advance the overall well‑being of children is the central focus of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). DCF protects children who are being abused or neglected, strengthens families through support and advocacy, and builds on existing family and community strengths to help children who are facing emotional and behavioral challenges, including those committed to the Department by the juvenile justice system. We welcome you to be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals and assist our clients/patients so they can achieve success.
What’s In It For You Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities. A healthy work‑life balance for all employees. State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loan forgiveness after 10 years of service. Click here for more information. Discover the opportunity to: engage in a rewarding career, assist our employees so they can achieve success, make a difference in the public sector, and work together in a collaborative team environment.
Minimum Qualifications
One (1) year of experience as a licensed clinical social worker.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience providing clinical services to children and families with complex psychiatric profiles.
Experience providing clinical case management services in collaboration with community systems of care.
Experience implementing evidence‑based practice and working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team.
Experience providing various treatment modalities to children and families with complex trauma.
Experience assessing children, young adults and families utilizing validated tools and through the lens of racial justice.
Experience assessing and treating children and adolescents with developmental disability, Autism Spectrum Disorders and/or complex diagnostic profiles.
Special Requirements Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice clinical social work pursuant to Sec. 20‑195 (m) through (r) of the Connecticut General Statutes. Incumbents must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. 1320a‑7b(f). Incumbents may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in designated positions. Incumbents may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in designated positions. Incumbents may be required to be a certified Substance Abuse/HIV Supervisor. Incumbents may be required to travel.
Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
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