DCF on the Air

Episode 32: Meet Commissioner Ribsam!

Don't Call it a Comeback! Newly appointed Commissioner Joseph Ribsam sits down with host Jason Butkowski to talk about his journey back to New Jersey as the new Commissio

Episode 31: Commissioner Christine Norbut Beyer Reprise

In this episode we are taking it full circle at the end of Murphy's administration with Commissioner Christine Norbut Beyer to highlight the work that has been done in th

BONUS: Rise Up / CWEL Episode

In this bonus episode DCF on the Air talks with casework employees at various levels of their career about how they support their sense of safety and wellbeing in the wor

Episode 30: Kinship

This conversation explores the various aspects of kinship care within child welfare, focusing on the definitions, programs, and benefits associated with kinship relations

Episode 29: Men of Courage

Men of Courage is a beautiful expression and counter to the prevailing “man-o-sphere” concept of masculinity. The short film takes audiences on a journey inside the Garde

Episode 28: IAIU

This conversation focuses on the various initiatives and programs aimed at ensuring child safety in New Jersey. The discussion highlights the roles of the Department of C

Episode 27: Family Support Organizations

In this episode of DCF On The Air, host Jason Butkowski discusses the vital role of Family Support Organizations (FSOs) in supporting youth mental health and the entire f

Episode 26: Reunification

What is reunification? What steps are taken to prioritize reunification with a family? In this episode, we are talking with our staff at CP&P and a resource family to tal

Episode 25: Data ASI

This conversation explores the transformation of NewJersey's child welfare system through a data-driven approach. The discussion highlights the historical context of data

Episode 24: NJ Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect

In this episode, we sit with the New Jersey Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect to discuss the importance of creating a statewide system to address child maltreatment a

Episode 23: Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) Transition

In this episode we are discussing the collaborative efforts of DCF (I/DD) & DHS (DDD) around how to support youth with developmental disabilities to transition into the a

Episode 22: NJ211

In this month's edition of On the Air, we are joined by NJ211, who are an information-based organization with the purpose of providing resources in times of crisis to res

Episode 21: Family Connects NJ Update

In this episode we are providing an update on Family Connects NJ after launching the program in five counties last January. We're talking impact of the program and what w

Episode 20: One Simple Wish

In this heartwarming holiday episode of "DCF on the Air," we delve into the impactful work of One Simple Wish, a remarkable New Jersey-based non-profit dedicated to grant

Episode 19: Supporting New Jersey's Youth with 2NDFLOOR

Join us for another episode of "DCF On The Air," where we dive into the pressing issue of youth mental health in New Jersey. We're thrilled to partner with 2NDFLOOR, an e

Episode 18: Adoption Registry

In this episode of DCF on the Air, we're shedding light on New Jersey's adoption registry. Dating back to 1977, the adoption registry plays a pivotal role in connecting a

Episode 17: Office of Education - DCF Regional Schools

We will be talking with Kelley Michalowski, Assistant Commissioner of the Office of Education to talk about our OOE Regional Schools. With her, she has special guests Mil

Episode 16: Division on Women

In this episode of "DCF on The Air," host Jason Bukowski sits down with leaders from New Jersey's Division on Women (DOW) within the Department of Children and Families (

Episode 15: The Office of Family Voice

Description: Tune in to our latest episode as we delve into the groundbreaking work of the Office of Family Voice within the New Jersey Department of Children and Familie

Episode 14: Family Preservation & Reunification Services

Welcome to a new episode of DCF On The Air! This episode shines a spotlight on the transformative work of the Office of Family Preservation and Reunification Services (OF