Preservation Advocate MFT - Macomb County

Samaritas; Michigan; Remote; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritas is hiring a Preservation Case Advocate in the MiFamily Together program—a home-based, flexible model focused on family preservation and reunification.

You will deliver hands-on, in-home services, assess families, develop goals, and connect to resources, while collaborating with courts, schools, and providers and maintaining robust case records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human service field or education is required.
• Two years’ experience with children and/or families accepted with associate degree and progress toward BA within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Deliver weekly in-home services to families over a 6‑month period.
• Provide crisis intervention, education, and support to families at risk of child removal or reunification.
• Conduct comprehensive family assessments and collaboratively develop goals with families.
• Collaborate with referral sources, courts, schools, and community providers to coordinate services.
• Maintain accurate case records, track progress, and meet program requirements.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Family engagement

Independent work

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or education

Job description

Now Hiring: Preservation Advocate ~ MiFamily Together

Location: Macomb County area Cases
Status: Full Time 40 hours per week

Support Families. Strengthen Futures. Build Lasting Change.

Are you passionate about helping families stay together and thrive? Join Samaritas as a Preservation Case Advocate in the MiFamily Together (MFT) program—a flexible, home-based model focused on family preservation and reunification.

In this impactful role, you’ll work directly with families in their homes—helping reduce the risk of child maltreatment while promoting stability, wellbeing, and long‑term success. Using a strengths‑based, 2Gen approach, you’ll empower both caregivers and children to build skills, access resources, and create sustainable change.

What You’ll Do

As a MFT Case Manager / Advocate, you’ll deliver hands‑on, individualized support to families:

In-Home Family Support

• Provide weekly, in‑home services to families over a 6‑month period
• Deliver crisis intervention, education, and support to families at risk of child removal or reunification
• Utilize Protective Factors and the 2Gen approach to strengthen family systems

Assessment & Treatment Planning

• Conduct comprehensive family assessments
• Collaboratively develop and implement goals with families
• Support skill-building and connect families to resources

Collaboration & Advocacy

• Work closely with referral sources, courts, schools, and community providers
• Advocate for families and help coordinate needed services
• Actively participate in team meetings and case reviews

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, timely case records and documentation
• Track progress, complete reports, and meet program requirements
• Participate in ongoing training and apply best practices

What You Bring

• A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in any human service field or education required
• OR
• Two years’ experience working with children and/or families and an associate degree or the equivalent in human services or education and be actively working towards a bachelor’s degree in human services or education with an anticipated graduation within 6 months of hire date.
• Experience working with children and families in a field-based or community setting preferred
• Knowledge of strength-based, family-centered, and solution-focused approaches preferred
• Ability to build trust, engage families, and navigate complex situations

What Sets You Apart

• Strong crisis intervention and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently while staying connected to a team
• Flexibility to meet families where they are—both literally and figuratively
• Passion for family preservation and long‑term impact

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Reliable personal transportation suitable for transporting clients
• Current vehicle registration and proof of insurance
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and participation in a 24‑hour on‑call support rotation

What to Expect

• Intensive, relationship‑based work with families in their homes
• Flexible and varied schedule to meet family needs
• Opportunity to make a deep, lasting impact through extended engagement

Make a Meaningful Difference

In this role, you won’t just support families—you’ll help transform futures. If you're ready for rewarding, purpose‑driven work, we’d love to connect.

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