Foster Care Case Aide

Wellspring Lutheran Services•Traverse City, MI

About The Position

Wellspring Lutheran Services is seeking a part-time Foster Care Case Aide to support children and families across Benzie, Wexford, and Grand Traverse counties. The aide works alongside foster care professionals throughout the foster care journey, helping children maintain family connections and supporting families as they work toward positive change. A social work degree and prior child welfare experience are not required; the role emphasizes compassion, respect, reliability, and the ability to connect with children and families. The position involves facilitating and supporting parenting-time visits and other family interactions, creating safe and supportive experiences for children, encouraging positive interactions through coaching and support, and transporting children and families to appointments, visits, and activities tied to case plans. The aide also observes, documents, and communicates relevant information to the foster care team and helps families access needed services. The schedule is flexible but requires regular afternoon and evening availability. Travel throughout the service area is required, and the schedule may vary based on client needs and program requirements. The position is hourly at $15.00. Applications are accepted through November 10, 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and proof of insurance.
A positive, strength-based approach to working with children and families.
Genuine care for helping children and families; patience, dependability, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
Ability to build positive relationships and work respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
Regular afternoon and evening availability and ability to travel throughout the service area.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children and families is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and support parenting-time visits and other important family interactions.
Create a safe, supportive, and affirming environment for children during visits and activities.
Encourage positive interactions and help families build on their strengths through coaching, support, and consistent encouragement.
Transport children and families to appointments, visits, and other activities important to case plans and goals.
Observe, document, and communicate relevant information to help the foster care team provide effective support and services.
Work directly with children and families from diverse backgrounds to help create positive experiences.
Assist with community activities, support case managers, and help ensure children and families receive needed services.