Visitation Coach, Foster Care – Grand Rapids, MI

Samaritas; Michigan; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritas is seeking a Visitation Coach in Grand Rapids, MI to support families navigating the foster care system. You will coach parents, supervise visits, and document progress while ensuring child safety.

The role focuses on strengths-based coaching, with responsibilities including transportation and coordinating with assigned social workers to support reunification goals.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: Associate degree in human services or related field OR High School Diploma with minimum 2 years in human services.
• Experience: Knowledge of child development required.
• Preferred: At least 1 year of daycare or school setting experience.

Responsibilities

• Coach parents using a strengths-based approach to improve parenting skills.
• Supervise parent–child visits in various settings and ensure safety.
• Observe and document interactions; report progress to the social worker.
• Provide transportation and support services per foster care program requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Coaching

Managing sensitive situations

Observation and documentation

Education

Associate degree in human services

High School Diploma or equivalent with 2 years human services experience

Job description

Now Hiring Visitation Coach Foster CareLocation Grand Rapids Michigan Status Full Time Pay 1500 per hour Make a Difference in Family ConnectionsAre you compassionate patient and passionate about helping families reunite and thrive Join Samaritas as a Visitation Coach and play a meaningful role in supporting parents and children during supervised visits In this role you will work directly with families navigating the foster care systemcoaching parents ensuring child safety and strengthening family relationships through guidance and support Welcome to Samaritas NationSamaritas is a Michigan based human service organization dedicated to connecting people with families and communities empowering them to live their fullest lives and creating lasting positive change Rooted in compassion and service we are committed to helping those we serve build brighter futures

About the Role

The Visitation Coach provides individualized strengths based coaching to parents whose children have been removed from the home This position focuses on supporting parents in developing and improving parenting skills while ensuring safe structured and supportive family visitation experiences

Core Responsibilities

Family Coaching and Support

• Use a strengths based approach to coach parents on parenting skills through modeling instruction and feedback
• Help parents identify goals for visitation and track progress over time
• Reinforce parental strengths and encourage positive interactions

Visitation Supervision and Safety

• Supervise parent child visits in homes offices or community settings
• Ensure the safety and well being of children at all times
• Intervene as needed to maintain appropriate behavior and safe interactions

Observation and Documentation

• Observe and document parent child interactions in detail
• Report strengths concerns and progress to the assigned social worker
• Maintain accurate timely documentation in compliance with program requirements

Transportation and Support Services

• Transport foster children to and from visitation appointments
• Provide additional support services in alignment with foster care program requirements

Qualifications

Education Associates degree in human services or a related field required ORHigh School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a human services settingExperience Knowledge of child development requiredAt least 1 year of experience in a daycare or school setting strongly preferred

Skills and Knowledge

Strong interpersonal and coaching skillsAbility to work with families in sensitive and emotional situationsUnderstanding of child welfare and family dynamicsStrong observation and documentation skillsAbility to maintain professionalism and boundaries

Additional Requirements

• Valid unrestricted drivers license with a good driving record
• Reliable personal transportation and proof of automobile insurance in your name
• Safe and clean vehicle suitable for transporting children
• Ability to work a flexible and nontraditional schedule including evenings as needed

Why Join Samaritas

• Meaningful hands on work supporting families and children
• Opportunity to make a direct impact in the foster care system
• Supportive mission driven team environment
• Growth opportunities within human services

If you are passionate about helping families grow stronger and supporting children in safe environments we encourage you to apply Join Samaritas and help create stronger families and brighter futures humanservices socialwork childwelfare fostercare grandrapidsjobs