Social Worker - Social And Human Services

The 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. 

In 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.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• LOCATION: Windsor, CT
• HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours per week
• SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (First Shift)
• NOTE: Frequent travel throughout the state is required

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

• Develop and coordinate individualized service plans to support independent living
• Connect clients with BESB programs or community-based resources
• Provide case management oversight and track client progress
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with agency requirements
• Deliver crisis support and assist with developing safety or support plans when needed
• Collaborate with families, service providers, and community partners to ensure high-quality service delivery
• Manage confidential information in compliance with privacy and state regulatory standards

ABOUT US:

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.

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.

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

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