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Boystown

Foster Parents

Kearney, NE · On-site

Boys Town Central Nebraska is looking for Foster Parents in Hall, Buffalo, Adams, Howard, Hamilton, Merrick, Sherman, Kearney, Dawson, and Phelps counties . Every child deserves to grow up in a ...

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Foster Parents

Omaha, NE · On-site

Boys Town Nebraska is seeking Foster Parents in the Omaha metro area! If you have ever considered becoming a foster parent, now is the perfect time to take the leap. Currently, we can only fill 5% of ...

Boystown

Foster Parents

Grand Island, NE · On-site

Boys Town Central Nebraska is looking for Foster Parents in Hall, Buffalo, Adams, Howard, Hamilton, Merrick, Sherman, Kearney, Dawson, and Phelps counties . Every child deserves to grow up in a ...

Boys Town

Foster Parents

Grand Island, NE · On-site

Boys Town Central Nebraska is looking for Foster Parents in Hall, Buffalo, Adams, Howard, Hamilton, Merrick, Sherman, Kearney, Dawson, and Phelps counties. Every child deserves to grow up in a ...

Boystown

Foster Parents

Portsmouth, RI

Boys Town New England is looking for Foster Parents in Cape Cod, New Bedford, Fall River, Swansea, and Foxborough, Massachusetts and through all of Rhode Island. If you have ever considered becoming ...

Boystown

Foster Parents

Omaha, NE · On-site

Boys Town Nebraska is seeking Foster Parents in the Omaha metro area! If you have ever considered becoming a foster parent, now is the perfect time to take the leap. Currently, we can only fill 5% of ...

Boystown

Foster Parents

Providence, RI · On-site

Boys Town New England is looking for Foster Parents in Cape Cod, New Bedford, Fall River, Swansea, and Foxborough, Massachusetts and through all of Rhode Island. If you have ever considered becoming ...

Kennedy-Donovan Center

Foster Parents!

Foxboro, MA · On-site

Foster Parent Opportunity Make a meaningful difference-right from your home. Kennedy Donovan Center (KDC) is seeking compassionate, dedicated individuals or families to become Foster Parents. In this ...

Boystown

Foster Parents

Fall River, MA · On-site

Boys Town New England is looking for Foster Parents in Cape Cod, New Bedford, Fall River, Swansea, and Foxborough, Massachusetts and through all of Rhode Island. If you have ever considered becoming ...

Boystown

Foster Parents

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

If you have ever considered becoming a foster parent, now is the perfect time to take the leap. Currently, we can only fill 5% of the placements needed for children in foster care. Your support can ...

Boystown

Foster Parents

Foster, RI · On-site

Boys Town New England is looking for Foster Parents in Cape Cod, New Bedford, Fall River, Swansea, and Foxborough, Massachusetts and through all of Rhode Island. If you have ever considered becoming ...

Boys Town

Foster Parents

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

If you have ever considered becoming a foster parent, now is the perfect time to take the leap. Currently, we can only fill 5% of the placements needed for children in foster care. Your support can ...

W Gohman Construction

Foster Parent

Thornton, CO · On-site

$2.0K - $5.0K/mo

Foster parents provide day-to-day care, consistency, encouragement, and connection while working alongside Sample Supports and the child's care team. CHRP Foster Care CHRP is designed for children ...

Kairos

Treatment Foster Parent

Medford, OR · On-site

$3.4K/mo

Treatment Foster Parents are considered "professional parents" because they provide skills training, school advocacy, homework supervision, and care team input. Each youth has a service plan ...

W Gohman Construction

Foster Parent

Longmont, CO · On-site

$2.0K - $5.0K/mo

Foster parents provide day-to-day care, consistency, encouragement, and connection while working alongside Sample Supports and the child's care team. CHRP Foster Care CHRP is designed for children ...

Gandara

Foster Parent

Springfield, MA · On-site

Foster parents play a critical role in helping children feel secure, cared for, and emotionally supported during difficult transitions in their lives. Duties and Responsibilities * Develop, in ...

Kairos

Treatment Foster Parent

Medford, OR · On-site

$3.4K/mo

Kairos' Treatment Foster Parents are trained to provide a high level of structure and supervision within their home to create a therapeutic, trauma-informed environment. Treatment Foster Parents are ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for foster parents in the United States is $21.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Foster Parents vs Social Workers?

AspectFoster ParentsSocial Workers
CredentialsNone required, but background checks and training are commonDegree in social work or related field, licensure often required
Work EnvironmentHome-based, caring for foster childrenOffice and community settings, case management
Employer/IndustryChild welfare agencies, foster care programsGovernment agencies, non-profits, private practices

Foster Parents provide care and support to foster children in their homes, often with minimal formal credentials. Social Workers, on the other hand, hold professional degrees and manage cases, providing support and resources to children and families. Both roles are vital in child welfare but differ significantly in qualifications and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Foster Parents job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,167 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Foster Parents

Kearney, NE • On-site

Boystown
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Part-time

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Job description

Boys Town Central Nebraska is looking for Foster Parents inHall, Buffalo, Adams, Howard, Hamilton, Merrick, Sherman, Kearney, Dawson, and Phelps counties.

Every child deserves to grow up in a healthy, safe, and loving home. If you have ever considered becoming a foster parent, now is the perfect time to take the leap. Your support can make a significant difference in a child's life.

We aim to find loving and supportive families for children in need. Help make a positive impact on the lives of these kids!

Why Become a Foster Parent?

Make a Difference: Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children

Support System: Receive comprehensive training, a daily reimbursement,

and 24/7 ongoing support through Boys Town

Community Impact:Help address the urgent need for foster care

placements

Basic requirements for becoming a Boys Town Foster Parent:

  • Must be 21 years old
  • May be single or married
  • Must be a high school graduate
  • Must submit to a criminal background check
  • Foster Parents of all faiths are welcome.

Urgent needs include:

  • Families willing to support teenagers
  • Families that can place siblings in the same home together
  • Foster Parents that speak different languages
  • Foster Parents skilled in caring for youth with specialized behavioral needs
  • Foster Parents skilled in caring for medically fragile youth or youth with specialized medical needs.

If interested, please complete the online questionnaire or email taylor.gomez@boystown.org

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