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Do you have a bachelor’s degree in social work or related human service field? Are you passionate about working with children and families? We are looking to hire a full time Foster Care Workers for our Kalamazoo, Michigan office location. In this role you will help parents learn and apply skills that will help them grow in their relationships with their kids. Consider an interview with our Foster Care Supervisor to discuss this rewarding role.

Welcome to Samaritas Nation!

Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.

APPLY TODAY! #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!

This position has a salary range of $43,888.00 to $44, 720.00.

Provides social work and case management services for assigned cases, in accordance with all applicable contractual and regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assume primary responsibility for all cases on assigned caseload. Provide a range of case management, including social casework, engagement, mentoring, and community referral. 
• Collect, assess and document appropriate data and client progress. Assume responsibility for and complete documentation, reports, statistics, and assignments within required time frames and as required.
• Work collaboratively with referral sources, agencies, institutions and individuals who have pertinent roles in client’s life situation.
• Prepare for and attend all scheduled court hearings on assigned caseload.
• Take primary responsibility for intake and initial placement services for all newly referred cases. 
• Coordinate placement arrangements with caregivers, including transportation of children as needed.
• Provide more intensive supportive casework services to child, birth family, and caregiver during initial placement and replacement.

Job Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human service field.
• Licensed by the State of Michigan preferred.

Experience:

• One year experience in child welfare, preferred.

Additional Work Requirements:

• Participate in a system of 24 hour availability to clients, foster and adoptive parents, as required. 
• Unrestricted valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Reliable personal transportation suitable for safely transporting persons served; proof of current automobile insurance.

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(2024-11066)

Samaritas is a state-wide human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. Since 1934 - when were named Lutheran Charities - Samaritas has been committed to providing a safe and healthy pathway to brighter futures. In 1959, the organization merged with a similar group and was renamed Lutheran Social Services of Michigan. In 2016, in light of the growing diversity of our services, stakeholders, donors, congregational support and community partners, the organization re-branded to Samaritas. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services we provide. Since 1934, Samaritas has served others as an expression of the love of Christ with programs to help Michigan’s troubled families and disadvantaged individuals thrive. Samaritas is the state’s largest foster care agency with a full suite of family preservation programs and options like Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services to keep families together. Samaritas also manages five senior living facilities with a variety of geriatric care options. Additionally, Samaritas has resettlement services for refugees, housing solutions for adults with developmental disabilities and homeless families and Affordable Living communities for those who qualify for HUD housing. Visit samaritas.org for more information. Follow us on Facebook @IAmSamaritas, Twitter @IAmSamaritas or on Instagram @WeAreSamaritas.

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