Remote Child Welfare Services Specialist: Foster Care

State of Michigan; Pontiac (MI); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans (401(k)/457)

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Vacation and sick leave

Professional development

Job summary

The State of Michigan, through the MDHHS, seeks a Services Specialist to protect children from abuse and neglect using specialized child welfare practice skills. You will collaborate with families and the legal system toward reunification, independent living, or other permanent living situations.

The role offers remote or hybrid work arrangements with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and professional development within a supportive state-government environment.

Qualifications

• Pay negotiations within the classification pay range will only be considered based on your current employment earnings and/or relevant position specific experience.
• Experience in child welfare practice is expected to inform performance and decisions.

Responsibilities

• Utilize child welfare practice skills to ensure children are protected from abuse and neglect.
• Work closely with families and the legal system toward reunification, independent living, or other permanent living situations.
• Support the MDHHS mission to promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents.

Job description

The State of Michigan, through the MDHHS, seeks a Services Specialist to protect children from abuse and neglect using specialized child welfare practice skills. You will collaborate with families and the legal system toward reunification, independent living, or other permanent living situations.

The role offers remote or hybrid work arrangements with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and professional development within a supportive state-government environment.