Social Worker Jobs in NJ
Find social worker jobs in New Jersey government. View caseworker, family services, and child welfare positions with salary ranges and requirements.
Category: Social Services
Social workers provide critical support services including child protection, family counseling, and public assistance administration across state and county agencies.
Typical Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in social work or related field
- LSW or LCSW licensure for some positions
- Experience with diverse populations preferred
- Valid NJ driver's license for field positions
Career Progression
- Family Services Specialist 1
- → Family Services Specialist 2
- → Social Worker
- → Senior Social Worker
- → Supervising Social Worker
About NJ Civil Service Employment
New Jersey civil service positions offer competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, pension enrollment through PERS or PFRS, and job security through merit-based employment protections. Most positions require passing a competitive examination to be placed on an eligibility list. Promotional opportunities allow advancement through clearly defined career ladders within each job family.
Positions may be available at state agencies, county governments, municipal governments, or school districts. Local government positions follow the same civil service rules as state positions and use the same job titles and specifications.
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