Family Visitation & Support Aide

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians; Kincheloe (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians is seeking a Parenting Aide to support the Child Placement Services program.

You will transport clients, supervise visits, and assist staff with administrative tasks in a challenging child welfare setting. Responsibilities include scheduling visits, promoting healthy family relationships, documenting interactions, and administering PBTs and drug screens while ensuring safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience: One year working with children or families required.
• Certification: Car Seat Safety Certification within 1 month of hire.
• Certification: Nurturing Parenting Program Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability by Tribe Insurance Dept.

Responsibilities

• Schedule visits between children, siblings and parents.
• Provide supervised parenting time in a safe environment.
• Transport and transition clients to visits and appointments.
• Maintain documentation of family interactions during visits or transportation.
• Administer Preliminary Breath Tests (PBTs) and drug screens as requested.
• Complete monthly narrative and statistical reports.
• Assist staff with maintaining case files and office tasks.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Decision making

Deductive reasoning

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database software

Job description

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians is seeking a Parenting Aide to support the Child Placement Services program.

You will transport clients, supervise visits, and assist staff with administrative tasks in a challenging child welfare setting. Responsibilities include scheduling visits, promoting healthy family relationships, documenting interactions, and administering PBTs and drug screens while ensuring safety and confidentiality.