Foster Care Social Worker
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Cambridge, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 02140, USA
Listed on 2026-09-23
Cambridge, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 02140, USA
Listing for:
Bridgeshomeward
Full Time, Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-09-23
Job specializations:
-
Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services, Child Development/Support, Human Services/ Social Work
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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
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