New Jersey Department of Children and Families

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.

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!  

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!  

👀#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

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

🎧#LISTEN: DCF on the Air is where we talk to experts and leaders about the transformation happening in NJ’s child welfare system. Earlier this month, and to #highlight June as Reunification Month, we talked to leaders from DCF’s Office of Family Preservation Services (FPS), about the programs and supports to either stabilize families and keep them together, or to help the heal and reunify if they were separated due to safety concerns. DCF on the Air is available on: 💚Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eWZ9tuGw 🤍 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/e95c8evP  ❤Youtube: https://lnkd.in/e7AQRGFB

Governor Murphy is rightfully proud of the work his Administration has done to build on the successes of previous leaders to transform child welfare in NJ and exit from federal oversight. 👀#Watch the whole interview, where we get into how much we've been able to accomplish. ➡ https://lnkd.in/esRCyCeA

🎧#LISTEN: DCF on the Air is where we talk to experts and leaders about the transformation happening in NJ’s child welfare system. #ICYMI – New episode dropped last week!  We talked to leaders from DCF’s Office of Family Preservation Services (FPS), about reunification and the tools the system uses to keep families #SafeHealthyConnected. 🔵DCF on the Air is available on: 💚Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eWZ9tuGw 🤍 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/e95c8evP  ❤Youtube: https://lnkd.in/e7AQRGFB

On #MyWhyWednesday we learn about what motivates members of #TeamDCF! Deloris and her family found community after moving to New Jersey. Her mother emphasized education, and through higher education and an internship with DCF, Deloris found her calling!

As DCF has evolved over the years, we've had profound help reaching and exceeding our goals, exiting Federal oversight, and becoming a national leader in family wellbeing, thanks, in no small part, to our champions in the legislature like Senator Joe Vitale. Watch his whole interview! https://lnkd.in/eMCkThFA