Foster Care Supervisor: Lead, Mentor & Impact Youth

Samaritas; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting the first of the mês

Strong leadership support and team‑or‑

Mission-driven, faith-based organism

Job summary

Samaritas in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Supervisor of Foster Care to lead a team of up to five caseworkers and a case aide, ensuring quality services for children and families in the Grand Rapids area.

You will provide weekly supervision, lead staff development, oversee placements, and coordinate with licensing, courts and DHS to ensure compliance and timely documentation. The role emphasizes leadership with empathy within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree plus 1 year experience preferred, or Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years’ experience (2 in child welfare).
• 1+ years’ Foster Care experience required.
• Michigan social work licensure preferred.
• Ability to provide on-call support as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekly individual and team supervision.
• Lead team meetings, training, and staff development.
• Oversee child placement and caseload assignments.
• Partner with licensing, courts, and DHS to ensure compliance.
• Deliver case management services including counseling and referrals.
• Support children, birth families, and foster families through placements.
• Attend court hearings and ensure timely, accurate documentation.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to case management staff.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Team management

Case management

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Michigan social work licensure

Job description

Samaritas in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Supervisor of Foster Care to lead a team of up to five caseworkers and a case aide, ensuring quality services for children and families in the Grand Rapids area.

You will provide weekly supervision, lead staff development, oversee placements, and coordinate with licensing, courts and DHS to ensure compliance and timely documentation. The role emphasizes leadership with empathy within a mission-driven organization.