Foster Care Advocate & Case Manager

Guiding Harbor; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Guiding Harbor in Belleville, MI seeks a Foster Care Case Manager to coordinate client services toward permanency goals. You will collect information, meet with families, and manage files and court reports while supporting case plans and service referrals.

The role requires travel, a valid driver’s license, and flexibility for on-call duties as needed. A bachelor’s degree in a human services field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field with strong writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of child welfare systems and juvenile court procedures.
• Ability to travel, drive safely, and maintain reliable transportation.
• Commitment to the organization’s goals and cultural competency objectives.

Responsibilities

• Collect and obtain client information to support permanency planning.
• Meet with child and birth family to develop treatment plans and reports.
• Maintain client files and upload documents per standards.
• Schedule progress reviews and case conferences to meet goals.
• Complete court reports, petitions, and dispositions as assigned.

Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work /相关领域

Child welfare knowledge

Reliable transportation

Cultural competency

Motivated and flexible

Writing & interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Guiding Harbor in Belleville, MI seeks a Foster Care Case Manager to coordinate client services toward permanency goals. You will collect information, meet with families, and manage files and court reports while supporting case plans and service referrals.

The role requires travel, a valid driver’s license, and flexibility for on-call duties as needed. A bachelor’s degree in a human services field is preferred.