Social Worker Position Available In Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut
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Job Description
Social Worker Division of Public Defender Services – 4.7 Bridgeport, CT Job Details Full-time From $65,116 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Retirement plan Qualifications Master of Social Work Doctoral degree Mid-level Social Work 2 years Full Job Description
SOCIAL WORKER
Bridgeport, Hartford, Stamford Applications are now being accepted for the position of Social Worker I for Bridgeport, Hartford and Stamford juvenile court jurisdictions. This position serves as an integral part of the defense and/or child protection team for clients and will be assigned to one office location with duties throughout the surrounding towns/cities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to consulting with attorneys regarding the legal disposition of child protection, juvenile delinquency, and criminal cases, but providing diagnostic screening, mitigation, and child client home visits; other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
In accordance with PA 19-164, the successful applicant is required to have a BSW, an MSW, or a Doctorate in Social Work, with an exception for anyone employed by the State prior to July 1, 2019 with a title in the Social Work series of classified State service. The candidate may be required to possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Starting Salary:
$65,116 annually with full State benefits. Progression to Social Worker 2 after completion of two (2) years of service.
Application Process :
Applicants must submit an employment application, letter of interest, and resume. Please include the office location you are interested in working at in your application submission. Permanent employees in the Division interested in applying should submit an updated resume and letter of interest. All forms can be obtained from our website: https://portal.ct.gov/OCPD/Employment/Employment-Opportunities
ALL APPLICATION DOCUMENTS MUST BE INCLUDED IN ONE DOCUMENT
PACKAGE and submitted to r en ee. c i m i no@ p ds .c t .g o v , a nd . no later t ha n June 27, 2025. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER DPDS
is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $65,116.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
8 hour shift People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location:
In person
