Foster Care Case Aide

Wellspring Lutheran Services • Kentwood, MI

40d • Hybrid

About The Position

Wellspring Lutheran Services is seeking Foster Care Case Aides to support children and families throughout the foster care journey in Kent and Kalamazoo Counties. Working alongside foster care professionals, the Case Aide helps facilitate parenting-time visits, provides transportation, assists with family support services, and helps children and families have positive, safe experiences. The role supports family connections and helps families work toward positive change.

The Case Aide coordinates and supports family visits and interactions, encourages positive interactions through coaching and consistent support, transports children and families to appointments and activities, and observes, documents, and communicates information to the foster care team. The position involves direct work with children and families from diverse backgrounds and may include community activities and supporting case managers.

The role is offered full-time or part-time, with a flexible schedule and regular afternoon availability required. Some daytime hours are available. Travel throughout the community is required, and schedules may vary according to client needs and program requirements. The position is hybrid, with opportunities based on the position and program. Pay is listed as $15.00.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable personal transportation, a valid driver's license, and proof of insurance.
• Regular afternoon availability to support parenting-time visits and family schedules.
• A positive, strength-based approach to working with children and families.
• Patience, dependability, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Respectful communication and the ability to build positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.

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 welcoming 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 related to their case plans and goals.
• Observe, document, and communicate important information to the foster care team.
• 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.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance, based on employment status.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Employee Assistance Program (SupportLinc).
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Hybrid work opportunities based on position and program.
• Professional development and ongoing training.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for growth within Wellspring Lutheran Services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED