Documentation Specialist - Detroit Offices

About the role

Samaritas is seeking a Foster Care Documentation Specialist to support case managers, supervisors, and the children and families we serve. This role ensures that case records are accurate, complete, and compliant with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review foster care case files to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance
• Verify that all documentation aligns with agency policies and regulatory requirements
• Cook up with supervisors to identify files for review
• Track and manage required paperwork, including legal documents and reports
• Identify missing or inaccurate information and collaborate with staff to resolve issues
• Maintain organized systems for filing, recordkeeping, and document tracking
• Send and retrieve files from offsite storage as needed
• Complete case review summaries and provide findings to supervisors
• Recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in documentation systems
• Provide ongoing support and communication to staff regarding documentation needs

Requirements

• Absolutely no special requirements beyond the general qualifications listed below.

Qualifications

• A minimum of an associate's degree in a human services field is preferred
• Two or more years of experience in a related role is preferred
• Knowledge of foster care, adoption, and licensing requirements is preferred

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, paid time off, and retirement contributions

Pay

$14.00 per hour

Schedule

3 days per week