Foster Care Licensing Supervisor: Lead & Develop Teams

Lutheran Child & Family Service of Michigan, Inc.; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Employee Assistance Program (SupportLi

Professional development and growth

Mileage reimbursement

Collaborative, mission-driven culture

Meaningful work for families and kids

Job summary

Wellspring Lutheran Services in Kentwood seeks a Foster Care Licensing Supervisor to lead a team of licensing professionals dedicated to safety, permanency, and well-being for children.

You will provide coaching, supervision, and support to staff, helping them navigate complex child welfare cases while ensuring compliance with agency and licensing requirements. This full-time, on-site role emphasizes collaboration and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or a related field preferred with a minimum of two years of experience working with children and families.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field with at least 3 years of field experience (required).
• Knowledge of child welfare practices, community resources, and foster care programs.
• Strong leadership, supervision, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to strength-based, family-centered practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of foster care licensing professionals who work directly with foster families, biological families, and community partners.
• Provide coaching, supervision, and support to help staff build confidence and navigate challenges in child welfare work.
• Ensure high quality services focused on safety, permanency, and long-term success, while maintaining compliance with agency, licensing, and contractual requirements.
• Foster collaboration with community agencies, courts, schools, and service providers to connect families to resources.
• Support staff and staff development, guide problem-solving, and promote best interests of children and families.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in social work or related field

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Job description

Wellspring Lutheran Services in Kentwood seeks a Foster Care Licensing Supervisor to lead a team of licensing professionals dedicated to safety, permanency, and well-being for children.

You will provide coaching, supervision, and support to staff, helping them navigate complex child welfare cases while ensuring compliance with agency and licensing requirements. This full-time, on-site role emphasizes collaboration and mentorship.