Social Worker Technician; A​/B - Southern Region - Continuous

Position: Social Worker Technician (A/B) - Southern Region - Continuous Posting

Social Worker Technician (A/B) – Southern Region

The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is seeking a mission-driven individual to fill the critical role of Social Work Technician (A/B). The ideal candidate will possess a passion for working in the field of child welfare and will support DCF Social Workers in providing services to children and families who are open consumers of DCF.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with DCF social workers, supervisors and managers to support various action planning tasks to reinforce casework direction.
• Complete all documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements, including BRC Approval Requests, referral packets and case filing.
• Transport children to health, social services or other agency-related appointments as required.
• Supervise visits between children in placement and family members as directed.
• Maintain ongoing communication with DCF staff and other constituencies as needed.
• Conduct and document collateral calls to health/social service providers, schools and law enforcement agencies as directed.
• Attend supervision, staff meetings and in-service training.
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism in the community, with clients, schools, courts and with referring agencies seeking to build and sustain positive relationships.

Licenses and Transportation Requirements

Applicants must possess a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s license or the equivalent from another state, as required by assignment.

Preferred Work Locations

• Greater Waltham Office – 157 Overland Road, Waltham, MA 02451
• 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
• Plymouth – 44 Industrial Park Road, Plymouth, MA 02360

How to Apply

Applicants are required to upload both a Resume and Cover Letter. First consideration will be given to those who apply within the first 14 days. Please submit your application through the official state portal.

About the Department of Children and Families

The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is committed to protecting children from abuse and neglect and ensuring they thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. DCF works to establish safety, permanency, and well-being for the Commonwealth’s children through stabilization, family preservation, temporary care, reunification, and creation of new families.

Preferred applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to the core practice values: child‑driven, family‑centered, community‑focused, strength‑based, culturally competent, and continuous learning.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Required work experience:
None.

Equal Opportunity / Diversity Statement

An Equal Opportunity / Affidative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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 appropriate law.

Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self‑select out of opportunities if they do not meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Contact Information

For questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 1‑800‑510‑4122 and select option 4; or email Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator l2.

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