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 aComprehensive 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.