Foster Care Support Specialist (Full-Time)

Samaritas; Detroit (MI); In loco; USD 17.000 - 24.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Samaritas in the Detroit area is seeking a Foster Care Case Aide to provide hands-on support for children in the Michigan foster care system. This full-time role offers meaningful daily work with families, supervised visits, transportation support, and collaboration with social workers to promote safety and stability.

You will bring at least 1 year in child welfare and an associate degree in human services, plus a valid driver's license and ability to travel locally.

Competenze

• Associate’s degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in child welfare or related service environment preferred.
• Strong observation, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to engage with children and families in a professional, compassionate, and respectful manner.
• Organized, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, people-centered role.

Mansioni

• Supervise visits and appointments between children, foster parents, and birth families in homes, offices, and community settings.
• Provide transportation for foster children to medical appointments, family visits, and other services.
• Observe interactions and document visits in accordance with agency policies.
• Share observations and updates with assigned social workers to support case planning.
• Assist with gathering important records (court reports, school records, medical information) as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of community resources and help connect families to services.
• Support foster care program operations in alignment with organizational and contractual requirements.

Conoscenze

Observation

Communication

Documentation

Professional conduct

Formazione

Associate’s degree in Human Services

Descrizione del lavoro

Samaritas in the Detroit area is seeking a Foster Care Case Aide to provide hands-on support for children in the Michigan foster care system. This full-time role offers meaningful daily work with families, supervised visits, transportation support, and collaboration with social workers to promote safety and stability.

You will bring at least 1 year in child welfare and an associate degree in human services, plus a valid driver's license and ability to travel locally.