Foster Care Case Aide

Wellspring Lutheran Services; Kentwood (MI); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Mileage reimbursement

Hybrid work opportunities

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Mission-driven work

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Wellspring Lutheran Services in Kentwood, Michigan, is seeking Foster Care Case Aides to support children and families on the foster care journey. You will help facilitate parenting time visits, provide transportation, and assist with family support services in a hybrid, full- or part-time role.

You’ll work alongside foster care professionals to help create positive, safe experiences for children and the people who care for them, with a focus on keeping families connected and supported during

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with children and families is helpful but not required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance.
• Positive, strength‑based approach to working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Support children and families during the foster care journey.
• Facilitate parenting time visits and provide transportation.
• Assist with family support services and create positive, safe experiences for children and caregivers.
• Observe, document, and communicate important information to the foster care team.
• Work with diverse families to promote positive interactions and long‑term success.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Reliable transportation

Strength-based approach

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description:

Foster Care Case Aide | Supporting Children, Strengthening Families & Making a Difference

Wellspring Foster Care – Kentwood | Kent and Kalamazoo Counties | Hybrid, Full-time & Part-time | Pay $15.00

You don’t need a degree in social work to make a difference in a child’s life.

Sometimes, the people who have the greatest impact are the ones who show up consistently. The ones who listen without judgment. The ones who create a safe space for children and families during challenging moments.

If you’ve ever wanted a career where your work has purpose, where every day matters, and where you can positively impact your community, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

At Wellspring Lutheran Services, we’re looking for Foster Care Case Aides who want to support children and families as they work toward stronger, healthier relationships and brighter futures.

As a Foster Care Case Aide, you’ll work alongside foster care professionals to support children, parents, foster families, and caregivers throughout the foster care journey. You’ll help facilitate parenting time visits, provide transportation, assist with family support services, and help create positive, safe experiences for children and the people who care about them.

Many people begin in this role with little or no child welfare experience. What matters most is your ability to connect with others, treat people with dignity and respect, and genuinely care about helping children and families succeed.

Most importantly, you’ll be part of work that helps children maintain important family connections and supports families as they work toward positive change.

What Your Impact Will Look Like

You’ll help children and families stay connected by coordinating and supporting parenting time visits and other important family interactions.

You’ll create an environment where children feel safe, supported, and valued during family visits and activities.

You’ll encourage positive interactions and help families build on their strengths through coaching, support, and consistent encouragement.

You’ll transport children and families to appointments, visits, and other activities that are important to their case plans and goals.

You’ll observe, document, and communicate important information that helps the foster care team provide effective support and services.

You’ll work directly with children and families from diverse backgrounds, helping create positive experiences that contribute to long‑term success.

Some days you’ll be helping a child get to a visit with their parent. Other days you’ll be supervising family interactions, assisting with community activities, supporting case managers, or helping ensure children and families receive the services they need.

Every day brings an opportunity to make a positive difference.

The Person We’re Looking For

• You genuinely care about helping children and families.
• You believe people deserve support, encouragement, and opportunities to succeed.
• You are patient, dependable, and able to remain calm during challenging situations.
• You communicate well and enjoy building positive relationships.
• You are open-minded, respectful, and able to work with people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
• You are organized and able to balance multiple responsibilities.
• You want a career that has a meaningful impact on your community.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with children and families is helpful but not required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Your own reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance, required.
• A positive, strength‑based approach to working with children and families.

Why Wellspring Lutheran Services?

At Wellspring Lutheran Services, we believe every child deserves safety, stability, and meaningful connections.

Our Foster Care team works every day to support children and families through difficult challenges while helping build stronger futures. As a Foster Care Case Aide, you’ll play an important role in that mission.

This is more than an entry‑level position. It’s an opportunity to gain valuable experience, develop professional skills, and make a real difference in the lives of children and families throughout your community.

We Offer

Based on employment status*

• Health, dental, and vision insurance*
• Paid time off and paid holidays*
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching*
• Employee Assistance Program (SupportLinc)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Hybrid work opportunities based on position and program
• Professional development and ongoing training
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Mission‑driven work that impacts children and families every day
• Opportunities for growth within Wellspring Lutheran Services

Schedule

• Full-time & Part-time
• Flexible schedule with regular afternoon availability required to support parenting time visits and family schedules – some day time hours available
• Travel throughout the community for visits, transportation needs, and family support activities.
• Schedule may vary based on client needs and program requirements.

About us

For more than 130 years, Wellspring Lutheran Services has been a trusted partner for families across Michigan, providing compassionate support and critical services to help people thrive during times of challenge and change. With deep roots in communities statewide, our team is united by a shared vision of changed lives, strong families and transformed communities.

Our mission: Motivated by Christ’s love, we engage people as they experience and embrace their God-given potential.

Full job description available during the interview.