Genesee County CPS & Foster Care Services Specialist 9-12

State of Michigan; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services in Flint seeks a Services Specialist who applies child welfare practice to protect children from abuse and neglect. The role collaborates with families and the legal system toward reunification, independent living, or other permanent arrangements.

The position is located at 125 E. Union Street, Flint, MI, and reflects the state's mission to provide safe and stable environments for residents.

Job description

The Services Specialist will utilize child welfare practice skills to ensure children are protected from abuse and neglect. When child abuse or neglect is indicated, specialists work closely with families and the legal system toward a goal of reunification, independent living, or other permanent living situation.

This position is located in Flint at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services at 125 E. Union Street, Flint, MI 48501.

Review the position description at: Position Description (9-P11), Services Specialist 12 Position Description Review the job specification at: Job Specification.

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

Pay negotiations within the classification pay range will only be considered based on your current employment earnings and/or relevant position specific experience.

MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.