Foster Care Specialist

Spectrum Human Services • Southfield, MI

9h • Hybrid

About The Position

Spectrum Child and Family Services is seeking a dedicated Foster Care Specialist to build and lead effective teams of professional case managers. This role is an opportunity to empower and strengthen families, helping them become stable, self-sufficient, and capable. The position supports a vulnerable population, including children and teens who have been neglected, abused, abandoned, are medically fragile, have multiple disabilities, are dual-diagnosed, or are behaviorally and/or emotionally impaired. The organization provides a supportive environment for career development and significant impact, valuing committed staff.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in social work or a related field of study
• A firm understanding of DHHS licensing requirements
• The ability to complete the background screening process

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of two years of case management experience

Responsibilities

• Build and lead effective teams of professional case managers
• Empower and strengthen families, helping them become stable, self-sufficient, and capable
• Support a vulnerable population, including children and teens who have been neglected, abused, abandoned, are medically fragile, have multiple disabilities, are dual-diagnosed, or are behaviorally and/or emotionally impaired

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• $1,000 Signing Bonus after 90 days
• Flexible Schedule
• Partially Remote Schedule
• Health Insurance (BCN Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 403(b) with employer match
• $25,000 Life Insurance and Short-term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Twelve Paid Holidays (including Juneteenth)
• Paid Training, including specialized Child Welfare Training Institute training
• Advancement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees