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Job Title Family Preservation Social Worker
Location Hybrid - Wellspring Gaylord
Reports to Family Services Families First Supervisor - Gaylord
Position Type Full-Time | Salary
Application Deadline Accepting applications through January 15, 2025
Overview Wellspring is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to serving seniors, families, and children throughout Michigan. We are currently seeking a Family Preservation Worker to join our Families First Program, supporting families across Northern Michigan, including Emmet, Antrim, Cheboygan, Charlevoix, Kalkaska, Otsego, and Crawford counties. In this role you will provide intensive, short‑term, home‑based services to help families remain together and children stay safe, using a strength‑based approach to build family abilities, develop new skills, and access community resources.
Responsibilities
Adhere to the Families First model of service (strength‑based, non‑deficit approach).
Provide families with concrete services, including assistance with housing, transportation, home cleaning, maintenance, and repair.
Deliver skills training in areas such as parenting, communication, self‑advocacy, and self‑sufficiency.
Offer short‑term counseling and crisis intervention for families in need.
Coordinate with external providers to arrange counseling, medical care, educational support, housing resources, and utility assistance.
Prepare timely documentation including service plans, progress reports, termination summaries, goal sheets, and weekly reports.
Present cases for termination conferences and recommend follow‑up services.
Maintain 24‑hour availability for clients and provide a flexible work schedule based on family needs.
Conduct face‑to‑face contact with families at the frequency required by contract and family needs.
Maintain weekly contact with referring workers and complete follow‑up evaluations at 3, 6, and 12 months post‑service.
Transport clients in your own vehicle when needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in social work or a human services–related field required.
Experience working with children and families preferred.
Reliable, compassionate, and committed to providing high‑quality service.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
Current and valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and auto insurance required.
Schedule and Compensation
Hybrid‑Remote position – home‑based with travel throughout Emmet, Antrim, Cheboygan, Charlevoix, Kalkaska, Otsego, and Crawford counties.
Flexible schedule with 24‑hour availability as needed.
Team meetings and supervision held 1–2 times per week.
Salary: $43,000/year (based on experience and education).
Mileage reimbursement for work‑related travel.
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off, paid holidays, and 403(b) retirement plan
DailyPay option – access earned wages anytime
Employee Assistance Program (SupportLinc)
Clinical supervision and professional development support
Collaborative and caring team environment
Meaningful work that strengthens families and builds community well‑being
Work Location Wellspring Lutheran Services 1260 S Otsego Ave Gaylord, MI 49735
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families across Northern Michigan.
Apply today to begin your career with Wellspring.
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Social Worker
role at
Wellspring Lutheran Services .
Job Title Family Preservation Social Worker
Location Hybrid - Wellspring Gaylord
Reports to Family Services Families First Supervisor - Gaylord
Position Type Full-Time | Salary
Application Deadline Accepting applications through January 15, 2025
Overview Wellspring is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to serving seniors, families, and children throughout Michigan. We are currently seeking a Family Preservation Worker to join our Families First Program, supporting families across Northern Michigan, including Emmet, Antrim, Cheboygan, Charlevoix, Kalkaska, Otsego, and Crawford counties. In this role you will provide intensive, short‑term, home‑based services to help families remain together and children stay safe, using a strength‑based approach to build family abilities, develop new skills, and access community resources.
Responsibilities
Adhere to the Families First model of service (strength‑based, non‑deficit approach).
Provide families with concrete services, including assistance with housing, transportation, home cleaning, maintenance, and repair.
Deliver skills training in areas such as parenting, communication, self‑advocacy, and self‑sufficiency.
Offer short‑term counseling and crisis intervention for families in need.
Coordinate with external providers to arrange counseling, medical care, educational support, housing resources, and utility assistance.
Prepare timely documentation including service plans, progress reports, termination summaries, goal sheets, and weekly reports.
Present cases for termination conferences and recommend follow‑up services.
Maintain 24‑hour availability for clients and provide a flexible work schedule based on family needs.
Conduct face‑to‑face contact with families at the frequency required by contract and family needs.
Maintain weekly contact with referring workers and complete follow‑up evaluations at 3, 6, and 12 months post‑service.
Transport clients in your own vehicle when needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in social work or a human services–related field required.
Experience working with children and families preferred.
Reliable, compassionate, and committed to providing high‑quality service.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
Current and valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and auto insurance required.
Schedule and Compensation
Hybrid‑Remote position – home‑based with travel throughout Emmet, Antrim, Cheboygan, Charlevoix, Kalkaska, Otsego, and Crawford counties.
Flexible schedule with 24‑hour availability as needed.
Team meetings and supervision held 1–2 times per week.
Salary: $43,000/year (based on experience and education).
Mileage reimbursement for work‑related travel.
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off, paid holidays, and 403(b) retirement plan
DailyPay option – access earned wages anytime
Employee Assistance Program (SupportLinc)
Clinical supervision and professional development support
Collaborative and caring team environment
Meaningful work that strengthens families and builds community well‑being
Work Location Wellspring Lutheran Services 1260 S Otsego Ave Gaylord, MI 49735
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families across Northern Michigan.
Apply today to begin your career with Wellspring.
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