Supervisor - Foster Care

Wellspring Lutheran Services • Kentwood, MI

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About The Position

Wellspring Lutheran Services is hiring a full-time Foster Care Supervisor in Kentwood. The supervisor provides leadership, guidance, and clinical support to foster care professionals who serve children, foster families, biological families, and community partners. The role supports staff development and helps ensure children receive high-quality services focused on safety, permanency, and well-being while meeting agency, licensing, and contractual requirements.

The supervisor balances clinical leadership, operational oversight, and team development. They coach and mentor staff, assist with complex situations and informed decision-making, and promote a collaborative, accountable, and supportive team culture. The position also works with community agencies, courts, schools, and service providers to connect families with resources. The schedule is primarily daytime, with flexibility and availability for evening and weekend responsibilities as needed, community travel, and occasional overnight travel for training, meetings, and professional development.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work or a related human services field, preferred; or a bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field with at least 3 years of field experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with children and families.
• Knowledge of child welfare practices, community resources, and foster care programs.
• Strong leadership, supervision, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to strength-based, family-centered practice.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in social work or a related human services field.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of foster care professionals serving children, foster families, biological families, and community partners.
• Provide coaching, supervision, clinical guidance, and support to help staff develop skills and navigate challenges.
• Help ensure high-quality services focused on children's safety, permanency, and well-being.
• Maintain compliance with agency, licensing, and contractual requirements.
• Promote a collaborative, accountable, and supportive team culture.
• Collaborate with community agencies, courts, schools, and service providers to help families access resources and support.
• Mentor staff through difficult situations, help them solve problems and make informed decisions, and keep the best interests of children central.
• Travel within the community to support staff, families, foster homes, and partner agencies as needed.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Employee Assistance Program (SupportLinc)
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture
• Meaningful work that strengthens children, families, and communities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager