Social Worker (MSW, Full-Time)

Make a Meaningful Difference in Your Community—Join the JFS Team!

Are you an experienced, compassionate Social Worker looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact? Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Metrowest is seeking a dedicated professional to join our team and help individuals and families overcome challenges, access essential resources, and build brighter, more stable futures. At JFS, you’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization that values compassion, inclusion, and meaningful community impact. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $60,000–$70,000, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to put your expertise to work improving lives every day. If you have a Master’s Degree in Social Work and at least four years of post-degree experience, we encourage you to apply and become part of the JFS mission!

Job Title: SOCIAL WORKER

Work Schedule: 40 hour- full time position with benefits

Compensation: $60,000–$70,000 annually, commensurate with education, experience, demonstrated competencies, and scope of responsibilities*.

Position Description:
Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Metrowest is a Framingham, Massachusetts based non-profit agency that provides vital social, health and community services to alleviate suffering, enhance lives and support people in need. JFS is a multi-cultural, multi-linguistic organization with deep roots in both the Jewish and broader community. JFS is committed to inclusion in its service provision, recruitment and hiring practices.

JFS seeks an experienced Social Worker to help advance JFS’ commitment to accelerate social, health and academic equity for low income, often disenfranchised populations. JFS is a diverse and inclusive nonprofit organization committed to strengthening individuals, families, and communities. We welcome candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Interviewing clients to assess their situational needs
• Determining which services and assistance are necessary
• Developing plans of action to improve the clients’ economic status and overall well-being
• Actively reviewing client budget and finances to plan strategies to help client become more financially stable
• Assisting the clients to access social, housing, employment, financial, health, legal and other needed services/resources
• Planning regular follow-up contacts to assess progress and additional needs
• Reviewing and modifying plans as circumstances change for the individuals
• Assisting in the coordination of new services/projects
• Documenting case notes and work with clients in real time using electronic data tracking systems

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work and 4+ years of experience (post-degree) in social work/case work.
• Ability to interact with clients in a non-judgmental, compassionate, and respectful manner.
• Demonstrated ability to set limits and maintain boundaries.
• Strong ability to be part of an interactive, supportive team with high expectations.
• Ability to develop and maintain knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to multi-task, operate independently and problem solve in real time.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Experienced in real-time electronic record keeping skills (Salesforce Platform experience a plus).
• Spanish and/or Portuguese language skills a plus..

Benefits include:

• Generous Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, personal and sick leave, plus paid holidays.
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions, subject to Board approval.
• Employer-Subsidized Health Insurance: Medical insurance coverage is available to eligible employees who elect to enroll in the agency’s health insurance plan, with a portion of the premium subsidized by JFS.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work opportunities, combining remote and in-office schedules for eligible employees.