Child Welfare & Foster Care Services Specialist

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Parental leave

Flexible schedules

Job summary

The Services Specialist at State of Michigan in Petoskey, MI applies child welfare practices to safeguard children from abuse and neglect, collaborating with families and the legal system toward reunification or permanent living arrangements.

This role emphasizes communication, assessment, case planning, and coordination with service providers to support safe, stable outcomes for children and families within the MDHHS.

Responsibilities

• Use child welfare practice skills to protect children from abuse and neglect.
• Work with families and the legal system toward reunification or permanent living arrangements.

Job description

The Services Specialist at State of Michigan in Petoskey, MI applies child welfare practices to safeguard children from abuse and neglect, collaborating with families and the legal system toward reunification or permanent living arrangements.

This role emphasizes communication, assessment, case planning, and coordination with service providers to support safe, stable outcomes for children and families within the MDHHS.