Foster Care Specialist

Title: Foster Care Specialist- Livonia, MI

Department: Child Welfare

Forever Families, Inc. has been serving the metro Detroit communities since 1997. Forever Families is a non-profit organization that provides comprehensive social services that empower individuals and families. Our programs include Foster Care, Licensing, State Ward Adoption, Private Domestic Adoption, and Behavioral Health Services. All agency services reflect a strong commitment to strengthening families and nurturing children. We are proud to be one of the few agencies certified as an All Children/All Families agency with a commitment to serving the LGBTQ+ population.

Why choose Forever Families? Some of the benefits of being a part of the team at Forever Families:

You will be part of a welcoming, helpful, and dedicated team of social workers, administrative professionals, and support staff.

You will receive supportive supervision and an open door policy from the management team.

You will have the support of case aides for assistance monitoring birth family visits and filing paperwork.

You will receive professional development opportunities and have the opportunity to advance within the agency.

14 Paid Holidays

The week off between Christmas and New Years (agency is closed)

½ day Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day (contingent on the agency achieving a successful annual state audit)

Qualification/Experience/Responsibilities

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Human Services related field (per MDHHS Policy). One year experience in foster care, adoption, or another child welfare or related services preferred. New foster care workers are required to attend 12 weeks of CWTI training and receive a passing grade on two examinations prior to receiving a full caseload. We are seeking an individual to work as a Foster Care Case Manager. This individual must have a passion for working with children and families and understand that our primary goal is family reunification. The Foster Care Case Manager will provide case management services to families and children in the Child Welfare system. Our preferred candidate will have great communication skills, strong time management, organization, excellent writing skills, and the ability to be empathetic and open and honest with families. The individual must be able to work as a team with all involved parties. The candidate must be competent with technology (MISACWIS) and be able to work independently. A successful candidate should be able to learn the requirements of their position, state and agency policies and procedures, and be comfortable conducting home visits and attending court hearings. The candidate will need to demonstrate professionalism at all times.

CWTI training is a plus.

Work Environment, Physical Demands & Travel:

This job operates in a professional office environment and includes field work in the community. Must have reliable transportation and a clean driving record.

Position Classification, Type & Expected Hours of Work:

Monday through Friday; 8 hour work day

Availability/Flexibility within own schedule to meet the needs/schedules of clients, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Hybrid/Flexible Schedule (3 days in the office and 2 days remote work)

Job Type: Full Time Exempt Position

Have the ability to work in the U.S. legally

Pass a Criminal and Protective Services background check 

Pay: $41,000 per year (salary negotiable dependent on experience and education)

$1500 sign on bonus

Benefits: 

Forever Families, Inc. offers:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance 100% paid by employer for individual employee

Life Insurance

A retirement plan (403B)

Mileage Reimbursement

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick time

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Work Location: Livonia, MI , In person.