Foster Care Case Manager

About the role

As a Foster Care Case Manager serving Kalamazoo County and the surrounding West Michigan communities, you’ll become a steady, trusted presence in the lives of children and families navigating incredibly difficult seasons.

Responsibilities

• Walk alongside children and families as you develop thoughtful, individualized plans that build on their strengths
• Stay closely connected with monthly home visits and consistent communication, so no one feels alone in the process
• Help families access the right resources at the right time, from healthcare to community supports
• Serve as the thread that connects everyone involved — schools, therapists, foster parents and courts
• Advocate for each child’s well-being by preparing for hearings and giving them a voice when it matters most
• Congnider meaningful connections by coordinating visits between children and their parents, siblings and loved ones
• Step in during moments of crisis, offering calm, capable support when it’s needed most
• Keep clear and accurate records so every decision is informed, and every step forward is intentional

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in social work or a related human services field
• A valid Michigan driver’s license, with reliable transportation
• A strong sense of empathy, accountability and professional ethics
• The ability to balance independence with teamwork
• Able to communicate clearly and solve problems thoughtfully
• Experience in foster care or child welfare is helpful — but your passion for the mission is what matters most

Qualifications

• You don’t have to be perfect — but you do need to be committed

Skills

• Organizational skills
• Emotional intelligence
• Communication skills
• Problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Starting salary of $43,888+ based on experience
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• DailyPay access to your earnings when you need it
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Regular supervision and a team that truly collaborates
• Employee assistance support through Wellspring SupportLinc
• Participate in a shared on-call rotation

Pay

• $43,888+ based on experience

Schedule

• Full-time, salaried position