Kent County CPS & Foster Care Services Specialist 9-12

State of Michigan; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Michigan, through the MDHHS, seeks a Services Specialist to apply child welfare practice skills to protect children from abuse and neglect. The role collaborates with families and the legal system to pursue reunification, independent living, or other permanent living arrangements. Position location is Grand Rapids, MI with remote or hybrid work options.

The office is located at 121 Franklin St. SE Suite 200, Grand Rapids, MI 49507.

Responsibilities

• Utilize child welfare practice skills to ensure children are protected from abuse and neglect.
• Work closely with families and the legal system toward a goal of reunification, independent living, or other permanent living situation.

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.

Position Location/Remote Office: This position may work remotely or work hybrid (remote/office). The office is located in Grand Rapids at 121 Franklin St. SE Suite 200, Grand Rapids, MI 49507.

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

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

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.

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