Quality Training Specialist (Foster Care) - West Michigan

About the role

Samaritas is seeking a full‑time Quality Training Specialist based in Grand Rapids, MI to help new team members build the knowledge, confidence, and skills needed to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families across Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding and training experiences for new program staff.
• Coach and mentor employees as they grow into their roles.
• Create engaging training materials and learning opportunities.
• Partner with supervisors and program leaders to support employee success.
• Deliver ongoing professional development and skills training.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and help drive quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a resource and subject matter expert for staff development and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Education, Social Work, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in social services, training, coaching, or employee development preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication, facilitation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Passion for helping others learn, grow, and succeed.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and programs.
• Commitment to inclusive, strengths‑based service delivery.

Pay

$57,000 annually

Schedule

8:30 am – 5 pm