Preservation Worker MiFT - 10622

About the role

Join Samaritas as a Preservation Case Manager in the MiFamily Together (MiFT) program—a flexible, home-based model focused on family preservation and reunification.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekly, in-home services to families over a 6-month period
• Deliver crisis intervention, education, and support to families at risk of child removal or reunification
• Utilize Protective Factors and the 2Gen approach to strengthen family systems
• Conduct comprehensive family assessments
• Collaboratively develop and implement goals with families
• Support skill-building and connect families to resources
• Work closely with referral sources, courts, schools, and community providers
• Advocate for families and help coordinate needed services
• Participate in team meetings and case reviews
• Maintain accurate, timely case records and documentation
• Track progress, complete reports, and meet program requirements
• Participate in ongoing training and apply best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, or a related field required
• Experience working with children and families in a field-based or community setting preferred
• Knowledge of strength-based, family-centered, and solution-focused approaches preferred
• Ability to build trust, engage families, and navigate complex situations

Qualifications

• Strong crisis intervention and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while staying connected to a team
• Flexibility to meet families where they are—both literally and figuratively
• Passion for family preservation and long-term impact

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to meet family needs and work evenings, weekends, and on-call support rotations

Benefits

Opportunity to make a deep, lasting impact through extended engagement

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Schedule

Flexible and varied schedule to meet family needs

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and more