Licensing Social Worker — Foster Care Advocate

A Hiring Company; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Adoption Consultants, Foster Care & Adoption in Michigan seeks a Social Service Worker – Licensing. This full-time role involves independently completing foster home licensure processes, collaborating with families and agency staff, and ensuring compliance with state requirements.

You will handle assessments, background checks, and reporting while supporting foster families and clients. Responsibilities include licensing investigations, on-call support for crisis interventions, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work or related field.
• Knowledge of state and federal social welfare laws and policies.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review foster home licenses and placement recommendations.
• Communicate with families, agency staff, and DHHS to coordinate services.
• Maintain confidential case records and report requirements.
• Provide training and resources to address client needs.
• Complete licensing investigations and ensure ongoing compliance.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Communication skills

Independent worker

Computer literacy

Driver’s license

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in social work or related field

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Family Adoption Consultants, Foster Care & Adoption in Michigan seeks a Social Service Worker – Licensing. This full-time role involves independently completing foster home licensure processes, collaborating with families and agency staff, and ensuring compliance with state requirements.

You will handle assessments, background checks, and reporting while supporting foster families and clients. Responsibilities include licensing investigations, on-call support for crisis interventions, and