Child Welfare Services Specialist Assistant (Hybrid)

State of Michigan

Kalamazoo (MI)

Hybrid

USD 35,000 - 52,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

State of Michigan’s MDHHS is seeking a Services Specialist Assistant to support the Family Teams at the Kalamazoo office. This role involves accompanying staff on visits with children and families, coordinating transportation for involvement activities, and documenting observations for case planning and permanency processes.

The position supports caseworkers and may offer hybrid/remote scheduling within Michigan.

Qualifications

Two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) with coursework in human services areas such as social work, psychology, education or related fields.
Experience in case work, child welfare, or family services is considered a plus.
Valid driver’s license or official driving record may be required depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

Accompany Services Specialist on visits with youth and family members.
Transport family members to facilitate family involvement.
Report observations made during visits and propose recommendations as needed.
Participate in Team Decision Meetings as needed.
Participate in pre-placement conferences with Services Specialists.
Assist the Services Specialist in interviewing and engaging with relatives and prospective adoptive parents.
Assist the Services Specialist in the home study.
Supervise visitations and observe interactions, intervening when required and reporting incidents.