Foster Care & Child Welfare Specialist (Remote)

Michigan Department of Health & Human Services; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services seeks a Services Specialist to apply child welfare practice skills to protect children from abuse and neglect. The role collaborates with families, legal systems, and service providers to pursue reunification or permanent living arrangements.

Remote work or hybrid scheduling may be considered within Michigan; candidates confirm location at interview. A degree in human services is required, plus nine weeks of pre-service training totaling 270

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in specified human services fields for eligibility.
• Alternate: Bachelor's with at least 30 credits in human services areas.
• Must have a valid driver's license and pass a background check.
• Complete a 9-week pre-service training totaling 270 hours.

Skills

Casework services

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Human Services fields

30 credits in human services areas

Job description

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services seeks a Services Specialist to apply child welfare practice skills to protect children from abuse and neglect. The role collaborates with families, legal systems, and service providers to pursue reunification or permanent living arrangements.

Remote work or hybrid scheduling may be considered within Michigan; candidates confirm location at interview. A degree in human services is required, plus nine weeks of pre-service training totaling 270