Foster Care Specialist

Spectrum Human Services•Flint, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Spectrum Child & Family Services is looking for a passionate, dedicated Foster Care Specialist to join their Flint team. This role is for a social worker who believes that every child deserves a safe, loving home and every family deserves a chance to heal. The Foster Care Specialist will be a tireless advocate who will protect, treat, and empower the families they serve. This position is the heartbeat of the mission, providing intensive, family-centered casework to birth parents, foster parents, and children as they navigate the journey toward reunification or permanent placement. It offers the opportunity for professional development by sharing unique strengths with families who have experienced trauma, helping them grow.

Requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related human services field.
Understand child welfare laws and believe in a strength-based, solution-focused approach to treatment.
Have a valid Michigan Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and the required vehicle insurance.
Comfortable working a non-traditional schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience working with families and strong assessment skills.

Responsibilities

Monitor and ensure the well-being of every child on the caseload, responding to family crises to maintain safety and stability.
Educate and model essential skills in parenting, communication, and household management to strengthen overall family functioning.
Represent the agency at court hearings, providing expert testimony and recommendations.
Make referrals for specialized treatment and collaborate with licensing and clinical staff.
Participate in a 24/7 crisis response system to support birth and foster families.