Supervisor - Foster Care

Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement option

Generous paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Company cell phone

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Washtenaw County is seeking a Foster Care Supervisor to lead the team of Case Managers, ensuring high-quality services for children, birth parents, and foster families, and to navigate Michigan licensing and policy.

You will supervise staff, mentor on best practices, and may carry a caseload. On-call rotation for crisis response is required about one week a month, with additional compensation; the program has a long-standing community presence.

Qualifications

• 2+ years supervisory experience in foster care or child welfare
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s license and travel within 100-mile radius

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of Foster Care Case Managers with hands-on guidance
• Ensure services meet high standards of quality and compassion
• Guide team through Michigan licensing and foster care policy
• Build an inclusive team culture with staff engagement
• Carry a case load when needed
• Share rotating on-call coverage for 24/7 crisis response (about one week a month, with extra compensation)

Job description

SUPERVISOR - FOSTER CARE

Every year, children in Washtenaw County and surrounding areas need safe homes and steady advocates. As a Foster Care Supervisor, you won’t just manage a program, you’ll lead the team of Case Managers who make sure children, birth parents, and foster families receive the support they need to become whole families again. This is a role for someone who wants their leadership to translate directly into better outcomes for children.

Position Overview

• Supervise and mentor a team of Foster Care Case Managers, providing hands‑on guidance and support.
• Ensure services meet the highest standard of quality and compassion for children, birth parents, and foster families.
• Guide your team through Michigan licensing and foster care law and policy.
• Build a collaborative, inclusive team culture where staff feel supported and engaged.
• Step in to carry a case load when staffing needs require.
• Share rotating on‑call coverage with the Child Welfare team for 24/7 crisis response (about one week a month, with additional compensation)

Qualifications & Experience

• 2+ years of supervisory experience: foster care experience preferred, other child welfare experience considered.
• Master's degree strongly preferred; BSW with CWTI training and significant experience will be considered.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of engaging clients, partners, and staff effectively.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel within a 100-mile radius (mileage reimbursed).

Compensation & Benefits

• $1,250 welcome bonus (some restrictions apply)
• Comprehensive benefits with employer contribution, plus a 401(k) retirement option.
• Generous paid time off and a paid holiday schedule — including the full week between Christmas and New Year's.
• Mileage reimbursement and a company cell phone for business use.
• The stability of joining an organization with more than 65 years serving the Washtenaw County community.
• A team culture built on mentorship, collaboration, and shared purpose.

Catholic Charities of Washtenaw County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.