Foster Care Social Worker

Comprehensive Foster Care Social Worker

Cambridge, MA | Full-Time (33.5 hrs/week) | $52,000-$53,000 + $4,000 Bonus

Sign On bonus is paid 60 days after employment. Employees are required to stay 2 years, or return full (if leave prior to 12 months) or 50% (if leave prior to 24 months) sign‑on bonus.

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.

• 33.5-hour work week (4.5 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

• 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

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

• 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

Start your career making a real difference in the lives of children and families.