Foster Care Supervisor

D A Blodgett-St Johns•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

Full-time leadership position providing supervision, direction, and support to an established team of Foster Care Case Managers. Supports and oversees placement and supervision of children in Foster Care and corresponding efforts with the legal parents/guardians. Ensures expedient and effective permanency plans including returning home, placement with relatives, adoption, and independent living.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Human Behavioral Science field required. Master’s degree in human behavioral science filed preferred.
Licensed by the State of Michigan as a social workerpreferred.
Three years’ work experience in a child welfare agency, a child caring institution, oran agency performing a child welfare function required.
Foster care experience preferred.
Valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation with adequate insurance.
Ability to maintain flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Commitment to the Agency’s mission, philosophy, and values.

Nice To Haves

Licensed by the State of Michigan as a social workerpreferred.
Foster care experience preferred.
Master’s degree in human behavioral science filed preferred.

Responsibilities

Hire, train, supervise, and develop staff including initial and annual evaluations
Ensure compliance with MDHHS, DCWL, WMPC, COA and agency policies and procedures.
Ensure all required documentation is accurate, comprehensive, and timely.
Provideteam and weekly individualsupervisory sessions.
Promote recruitment and engagement of relatives for placement and support.
Establish and model cross departmental teaming to ensure the effective exchange of essential information and permanency planning.
Work in collaboration with supervisors andmanagers within the Child Welfare Division to provide leadership and support.
Partner with the program managers on department PQI goals and measurements.
Participate regularly inon-callresponsibilities.
Assist child welfare staff to identify placements or replacement with specific matching criteria (sibling ties, relatives, geographic location, racial identity, and best interests).
Respond to emergency calls and crisis situations.