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Foster Care Social Worker

Bridges Homeward
place Cambridge, 02138
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Hybrid (Remote and Onsite) Flexible (Remote or Onsite)
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Social Work Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field
local_atm $52000 - $53000 USD /YEAR
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Comprehensive Foster Care Social Worker

Cambridge, MA | Full-Time (33.5 hrs/week) | $52,000-$53,000 + $2,000 Bonus

  • Sign On bonus is paid 60 days after employment. Employees are required to stay 1 year, or return the 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)
  • $2,000 sign-on bonus (paid after 60 days)
  • 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 managementtreatment 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 + child welfare experience considered)
  • Ability to obtain social work licensure 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.

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

Adoption/Foster Care
Minority Health
Racism, Diversity, and Tolerance

Age Groups

Children (5-10)
Adolescents/Teenagers (14-19)

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Foster Care/Child Services
Undergraduate/Graduate/Post Graduate

Settings

Non-profit
Home Health/In-home