Foster Care Case Manager
Job Title: Foster Care Case Manager
Location: Wellspring –Lansing
Service Area: Ingham, Livingston and Jackson counties
Reports To: Foster Care Supervisor
Position Type: Full-Time | Salary
Wellspring Lutheran Services is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to serving families and children throughout Michigan. We are currently seeking a Foster Care Case Manager to join our Foster Care team serving Ingham, Livingston and Jackson counties
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the development, review, and implementation of services, case management, and safety or behavior intervention plans.
- Oversee all services provided to children and families, ensuring quality of care, compliance with contractual terms, and regulatory requirements.
- Facilitate community referrals, resources, and services to support family needs.
- Coordinate and monitor required medical and dental services for foster children.
- Visit each assigned child at least once per month in the foster home.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records and submit timely documentation and reports.
- Prepare court reports and petitions; attend hearings and provide testimony related to permanency, safety, and well-being.
- Coordinate and supervise visitation between children, parents, siblings, and relatives.
- Serve as a liaison with schools, community agencies, and service providers.
- Participate in staff meetings, treatment planning, and professional development activities.
- Administer drug screens and transport clients as needed.
- Engage families in case planning and encourage active participation in services.
- Provide emergency, on-call interventions after hours, weekends, and holidays as assigned.
- Integrate learning from required DHHS training into daily responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a human services-related field (required).
- Current and valid Michigan driver’s license, vehicle registration, and auto insurance (required).
- Experience in foster care, child welfare, or family services (preferred).
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Compassionate, reliable, and committed to ethical and professional practice.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Schedule and Compensation
- Employment type: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Schedule: On-site with flexibility; travel throughout the service area required.
- Travel: Milage reimbursed
- Pay Rate: $43,800+ annually, based on experience.
- On-call: Participation in a rotating on-call schedule.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- PTO, paid holidays, and 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
- DailyPay – access your earned wages anytime.
- Wellspring SupportLinc – employee assistance program.
- Weekly or as-needed supervision and administrative support.
- Ongoing training, professional development, and career growth opportunities.
- Supportive, collaborative team environment.
Location
Wellspring Lutheran Services
5826 Executive Dr.
Lansing, MI 48911
Join Wellspring and use your social work expertise to empower children and families across mid-Michigan. Apply today to be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team making a difference every day.
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