Comprehensive Foster Care Social Worker
Comprehensive Foster Care Social Worker
Cambridge, MA | Full-Time (33.5 hrs/week) | $52,000-$53,000 + $4,000 Bonus
This position offers a $4,000 sign on bonus*
Make an Impact Where It Matters Most
At Bridges Homeward, we believe every child deserves a lifelong connection with a caring adult. As a Comprehensive Foster Care Social Worker, you'll help make that happen.
This is an ideal opportunity for recent graduates and early-career professionals ready to build a meaningful career in child welfare.
Why Join Us
- 33.5-hour work week (4½ days!)
- Hybrid flexibility (work-from-home opportunities)
- Small caseload (only 8 youth)
- $4,000 sign-on bonus (paid quarterly throughout first year of employment, employees must stay 2 years who received the sign on bonus)
- Competitive benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Generous Paid Time Off
What You'll Do
- Conduct weekly home visits with foster youth
- Ensure safety, stability, and well-being
- Partner with DCF on permanency planning
- Provide case management & treatment planning
- Help youth build lifelong, supportive connections
- Participate in rotating after-hours on-call coverage
About Us
Founded in 1873, Bridges Homeward is a mission-driven nonprofit serving the Greater Boston community.
We are deeply committed to:
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Advancing racial equity
- Helping every individual achieve permanency and belonging
What You Bring
- MSW or related degree preferred
- Bachelor's + 2 years experience working with children and families can replace MSW requirement.
- Ability to obtain social work licensure (LICSW, LCSW, LSW, LSWA) within 6 months
- Valid driver's license + insured vehicle
- Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills
Apply Today
Start your career making a real difference in the lives of children and families.