In-Home Family Support Advocate | Flexible Schedule

Catholic Charities West Michigan; Michigan; On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities West Michigan is seeking a MiFamily Together Advocate to deliver in-home services under the MFT program across multiple counties in Michigan. The role requires engaging families, assessing needs, and guiding goal-driven plans within a two-generation framework.

The position offers wage up to $47,715.20 annually based on experience, with a schedule that may include evenings or weekends and travel to client homes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or education required.
• Associate’s degree with 2 years of related experience and pursuing a bachelor’s degree within 6 months.
• Knowledge of MDHHS and MFT documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Provides in-home services for up to 180 days, with extensions up to 270 days.
• Maintains face-to-face contact with families per contract.
• Completes MDHHS and MFT documentation within established timeframes.
• Engages families using Motivational Interviewing to assess strengths, needs, culture, and values.
• Conducts assessments with each family to set prevention goals.
• Provides access to concrete supports (housing, transportation, employment, education, benefits).
• Drives and transports clients as needed; flexible schedule to meet client needs.
• Attends court hearings and provides testimony when requested.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

2Gen framework

Cultural sensitivity

Communication

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or education

Associate’s degree with 2 years experience; pursuing bachelor’s degree within 6 months

Job description

Catholic Charities West Michigan is seeking a MiFamily Together Advocate to deliver in-home services under the MFT program across multiple counties in Michigan. The role requires engaging families, assessing needs, and guiding goal-driven plans within a two-generation framework.

The position offers wage up to $47,715.20 annually based on experience, with a schedule that may include evenings or weekends and travel to client homes.