"I wanted to make an impact and leave my own impact on DCF by sharing my experience." —Katrina Meet Katrina! One of the newest members of #TeamDCF's Youth Council. She will be working with us through 2025, helping to co-design the transformation of the New Jersey child welfare system!
New Jersey Department of Children and Families
Government Administration
Trenton, NJ 9,015 followers
Helping NJ residents to be safe, healthy and connected through supportive services that strengthen and empower families.
About us
The New Jersey Department of Children and Families is a government service organization that provides programs and supports to strengthen families.
- Website
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https://www.state.nj.us/dcf/
External link for New Jersey Department of Children and Families
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Trenton, NJ
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2006
- Specialties
- Adolescent Services, Child Protection & Permanancy, Integrated, Inclusive Behavioral Health Care, Family & Community Partnerships, Licensing, Family Voice, Women's Issues & Services, and Institutional Abuse & Investigations
Locations
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Primary
P.O. Box 729
Trenton, NJ 08625, US
Employees at New Jersey Department of Children and Families
Updates
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On #MyWhyWednesday we learn about what motivates members of #TeamDCF. Heather says she grew up knowing she’d have a career in public service and that DCF has been the most fulfilling and rewarding work she could ever do!
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"It really was the story of parents coming together to transform the system, it wasn't the story of litigation forcing it." — Joseph E. Ribsam Jr., Director of Juvenile Justice Policy for Annie E Casey Foundation Joe served as Deputy Commissioner during the expansion of our Children's System of Care, and helped guide and advance many of the programs that led to NJ's child welfare system’s successful exit from federal oversight.
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Joseph E. Ribsam Jr., Director of Juvenile Justice Policy for Annie E. Casey Foundation, was a key figure in New Jersey Department of Children and Families' transformation into a national model for community and family wellness. Joe served as Deputy Commissioner during the expansion of our Children's System of Care (CSOC), and helped guide and advance many of the programs that led to NJ's child welfare system’s successful exit from federal oversight. 📺 Watch Joe Ribsam's whole interview: https://lnkd.in/euFaVqhh
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We're hosting our summer forum next week! It's an opportunity for New Jerseyans interested in the state of the state's child welfare system to get the latest news, and learn about our goals for the future. 📅 July 24, 2024, 10:00AM ☑ Register: https://lnkd.in/epKV35D7
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We are tracing #TeamDCF's Division on Women through history, starting in 1971 when a precursor to the division was created, and helmed by Director Dorothy B. Mery. ⚖ This was a turning point on women's rights and issues in New Jersey government.
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On #MyWhyWednesday we learn about what motivates members of #TeamDCF! Greta's motivation has always been to be of service to others. Her leadership is an asset to her team and to TeamDCF!
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On #MyWhyWednesday we learn about what motivates members of #TeamDCF! When Aileen joined TeamDCF 15 years ago, she quickly realized how big of an impact she could have on families and her community!
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👀#Watch the whole interview with Governor Phil Murphy as we talk about New Jersey’s exit from federal oversight and how much we've been able to accomplish as we transform #TeamDCF and NJ’s child welfare. ▶ https://lnkd.in/dJRVM-hX
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In partnership with New Jersey Department of Human Services, and the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority, the New Jersey Department of Children and Families is proud to support the Student Loan Redemption Program for individuals working in social services organizations in NJ. The program allows eligible workers to receive up to $50,000 in loan relief in exchange for one year of service at an approved home- and community-based services provider. Get full details: https://lnkd.in/eNW66J7J
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