Social Worker - Social And Human Services (Hybrid)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nStep into a role where your support helps clients build independence.�\r\nApply now to become a Social Worker with the Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (BESB)!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe State of Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS) is�seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join the Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (BESB) as a Social Worker - Social And Human Services. BESB is Connecticut’s primary agency supporting individuals who are blind or visually impaired, offering programs that promote education, independence, and lifelong success. This opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about supporting individuals with diverse abilities and navigating disability-related service systems.�\r\n\r\n\r\nIn this role, you will coordinate individualized service plans, connect clients with BESB and community resources, and support clients as they work toward greater independence. You will also monitor service delivery, maintain case documentation, and collaborate with families, providers, and partners across the state.\r\n\r\n\r\nPOSITION HIGHLIGHTS:\r\n\r\n\r\n LOCATION: Windsor, CT\r\n HOURS:�Full-time, 40 hours per week\r\n SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (First Shift)\r\n NOTE: Frequent travel throughout the state is required\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU\r\n\r\n\r\n Comprehensive benefits - visit the State Employee Benefits Overview page to learn more\r\n Opportunities for leadership development, professional growth, and continued learning\r\n A supportive environment that values collaboration, compassion, and work/life balance\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Develop and coordinate individualized service plans to support independent living\r\n Connect clients with BESB programs or community-based resources\r\n Provide case management oversight and track client progress\r\n Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with agency requirements\r\n Deliver crisis support and assist with developing safety or support plans when needed\r\n Collaborate with families, service providers, and community partners to ensure high-quality service delivery\r\n Manage confidential information in compliance with privacy and state regulatory standards\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n ABOUT US:\r\n ADS provides statewide programs and services that enhance the lives of older adults and individuals with disabilities. ADS leads efforts in employment, education, advocacy, independent living, and accessibility, and is committed to protecting rights and promoting independence for Connecticut residents.\r\n \r\n \r\n BESB supports individuals who are blind or visually impaired from early childhood through adulthood. Through specialized instruction, advocacy, and coordinated services, BESB helps clients build the skills and confidence needed to thrive in school, work, and daily life.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:�\r\nCheck out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources?� Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process.�\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n 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. �\r\n 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.�\r\n Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, 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.�\r\n 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.�\r\n 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. If you would like to request an exception, email DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.\r\n 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.�\r\n\r\n\r\n 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.\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly.\r\n For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”\r\n 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).� �\r\n\r\n\r\n 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!�\r\n 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.��\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.��\r\n 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.\r\n\r\n\r\n This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:�\r\nDue 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, please email Alyssa Hovanec.\r\nJoin the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!\r\n

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

\r\n\r\n\r\n Performs a variety of highly skilled case work services;\r\n Obtains medical, physical and social histories of clients in order to provide maximum services to individual;\r\n Confers with clients, relatives, professional associates and other social welfare agencies regarding case problems;\r\n Provides counseling services to an assigned caseload;\r\n Provides services to aged and disabled clients in boarding or convalescent homes;\r\n Conducts and interprets results of investigations, professionally evaluating their significance;\r\n Seeks employment, housing, financial assistance and other services for an assigned caseload;\r\n Independently prepares case histories, forms and reports;\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n\r\nDEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES:\r\n\r\n Performs a variety of highly skilled case work services for children and youth;\r\n Maintains medical, physical, social and psychological histories;\r\n Counsels families, children and youth both individually and in groups;\r\n Investigates, evaluates and makes recommendations for Juvenile Court on all petitions alleging neglect or abuse of children;\r\n Recruits and selects foster and adoptive homes for placement of children;\r\n Consults with psychologists, psychiatrists and other staff to develop and administer treatment plans;\r\n Consults with community groups to determine appropriate referrals and develop community resources;\r\n May supervise volunteer workers in conjunction with department volunteer services programs;\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n Considerable knowledge of\r\n \r\n principles, techniques and methods of professional social work;\r\n various economic, emotional, medical, psychological and social factors influencing attitudes and behavior of individuals and families;\r\n \r\n \r\n Knowledge of community resources available to individuals and families;\r\n Considerable\r\n \r\n interpersonal skills;\r\n oral and written communication skills;\r\n \r\n \r\n Considerable ability to\r\n \r\n interpret and apply social work policies;\r\n prepare clear and concise reports and case histories.\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

\r\n\r\nA Master's degree in social work or a\r\nclosely 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\r\nrelated field and two (2) years of experience in the self-directed use of case\r\nmanagement techniques and counseling to sustain or restore client functioning.\r\n\r\n\r\nNOTES:��\r\n\r\n\r\n Closely\r\n related fields are: applied sociology, child development, child welfare,\r\n clinical psychology, counseling, human development and family studies, human\r\n service, marriage and family therapy, nursing, social and/or human services,\r\n education and criminal justice��\r\n Qualifying experience at this level must include the use of professional interviewing techniques, provision of skilled\r\n counseling to an assigned client caseload and assessment of basic client needs\r\n (nutritional, environmental, financial, medical, protective service) through\r\n continuing personal observation during visits, intervention and evaluation.\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n\r\n Experience supporting individuals with visual impairments or blindness or experience working within disability related programs.\r\n Experience coordinating services across multiple providers, agencies, or community resources.\r\n Experience maintaining accurate case records and documentation in accordance with agency standards.\r\n Experience providing crisis intervention or developing safety/support plans.\r\n Experience facilitating referrals and monitoring follow through with recommended services.\r\n Experience communicating professionally with clients, families, community partners, and interdisciplinary teams.\r\n Experience managing confidential information in compliance with privacy and regulatory requirements.\r\n\r\n\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n Candidates cannot be appointed until all degree requirements are completed.\r\n Incumbents in this class will be required to possess retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License.\r\n Incumbents in this class will be required to travel.\r\n Incumbents in this class may be required to speak a foreign language.\r\n DEPARTMENT OF AGING AND DISABILITY SERVICES: Incumbents in this class may be required to communicate fluently in American Sign Language.\r\n\r\n

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n

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.\r\n