Preservation Worker MiFT - Macomb County 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. In this impactful role, you’ll work directly with families in their homes—helping reduce the risk of child maltreatment while promoting stability, wellbeing, and long-term success. Using a strengths-based, 2Gen approach, you’ll empower both caregivers and children to build skills, access resources, and create sustainable change.

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.
• Actively 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.
• 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.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Reliable personal transportation suitable for transporting clients.
• Current vehicle registration and proof of insurance.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and participation in a 24-hour on-call support rotation.

About Us

Samaritas is a Michigan-based, faith-driven human services organization dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities. Our work creates meaningful, lasting transformation.

Schedule

Full Time, 40 hours per week. Flexible and varied schedule to meet family needs, including evenings, weekends, and participation in a 24-hour on-call support rotation.

What to Expect

• Intensive, relationship-based work with families in their homes.
• Opportunity to make a deep, lasting impact through extended engagement.