Foster Care Licensing Specialist — Build Safe, Stable Homes

Lutheran Child & Family Service of Michigan, Inc.; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and paid holidays

403(b) retirement plan with employer"s

Employee Assistance Program (SupportL1

Mileage reimbursement

Professional development and training

Collaborative, mission-driven team

Meaningful work

Job summary

Wellspring Lutheran Services seeks a Foster Care Licensing Worker in Michigan (Traverse City and Gaylord) to guide foster families through licensing, home studies and required training. You’ll assess readiness, provide ongoing support, and collaborate with teams to place children in safe, nurturing homes.

This full-time role emphasizes relationship-building, organization, and empathetic practice. You’ll work with prospective and licensed families to ensure safety, stability, and permanency for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related human services field.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Guide families through the licensing process, including home studies and training requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive home studies to assess strengths, readiness, and safety.
• Support licensed foster homes with ongoing guidance, monitoring, and access to resources and training.
• Collaborate with foster care teams, community partners, and licensing agencies to match children with suitable families.

Skills

Empathy

Relationship-building

Organization

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Communication

Strong assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Job description

Wellspring Lutheran Services seeks a Foster Care Licensing Worker in Michigan (Traverse City and Gaylord) to guide foster families through licensing, home studies and required training. You’ll assess readiness, provide ongoing support, and collaborate with teams to place children in safe, nurturing homes.

This full-time role emphasizes relationship-building, organization, and empathetic practice. You’ll work with prospective and licensed families to ensure safety, stability, and permanency for