Foster Care Specialist
$45,000–$53,800 year
On-siteBenton Harbor, Michigan, United States
Benton Harbor, Michigan, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$45,000–$53,800 yearBachelors DegreeMedium
Full TimeBachelors DegreeMedium
Job Summary
Manage a caseload of foster children, birth families, and caregivers across Michigan by providing or referring services based on structured assessments. Maintain regular contacts, coordinate services with staff and families, and participate in on-call placements and emergency services. Drive and transport as needed. Interact with children, caregivers, birth parents, the Courts, and Department of Health and Human Services to collaborate on permanency goals. Requires knowledge of Michigan courts, DHHS computer systems, and strong conflict resolution skills.
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of the Michigan courts
- Ability to successfully interact with court personnel and appointed attorneys
- Ability to utilize the DHHS computer systems and other computer systems required by contract
- Knowledge and ability of strong conflict resolution skills
- Ability to work with difficult individuals
- Strong engagement skills
- Coping skills
- Patience for difficult situations
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to relate to diverse populations and cultures
- Ability to communicate with clients and the public in a courteous and effective manner
- Ability to work independently
- Good judgment
- A Bachelor's Degree in social Work, sociology, psychology or a human service related area
- A minimum of three years of related experience in the field of Human Service
Desired Qualifications
- Child Welfare experience
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