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Comprehensive Foster Care Social Worker

Bridges Homeward

#Nonprofit #Case Management #Social Work #DCF #Child Welfare #Foster Care #MSW #Racial Equity #Social Work Licensure

Quick overview

Conduct weekly home visits to ensure the safety and well-being of foster youth. Partner with DCF on permanency planning and provide comprehensive case management and treatment planning.

Requirements summary

Requires a valid driver's license and insured vehicle, with the ability to obtain social work licensure within six months. A postgraduate degree (MSW) is preferred, though a bachelor's degree with child welfare experience is considered.

bachelor degreepostgraduate degreeCase ManagementCommunicationProblem SolvingEmpathyTreatment PlanningHome VisitsChild WelfarePermanency Planning

Job description

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 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 + 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.

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