Supervisor, Foster Care - Grand Rapids, MISamaritas

Now Hiring: Supervisor, Foster Care

Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Status: Full time
Wage: $60,000-$65,000 annually

Lead with purpose. Make a lasting impact!

We’re seeking a Supervisor of Foster Care to support and develop a dedicated team of up to five caseworkers and a case aide serving children and families across the Grand Rapids, MI area. In this role, you’ll partner with a collaborative leadership team committed to mentorship, sustainable workloads, and meaningful outcomes for vulnerable youth.

At Samaritas, we believe in the power of connection—bringing people, families, and communities together to create lasting transformation. Rooted in our mission and guided by compassion, we empower those we serve to live their fullest lives.

Why join us?

• Benefits starting the first of the month after 30 days
• Strong leadership support and team-first culture
• Mission-driven, faith-based organization

What you’ll do:

• Provide weekly individual and team supervision
• Lead team meetings, training, and staff development
• Oversee child placement and caseload assignments
• Partner with licensing, courts, and DHS to ensure compliance
• Deliver case management services including counseling and referrals
• Support children, birth families, and foster families through placements
• Attend court hearings and ensure timely, accurate documentation
• Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to case management staff

What you bring:

• Master’s degree + 1 year experience (preferred), or
• Bachelor’s degree + 4 years' experience (2 in child welfare required)
• 1+ years' Foster Care experience required
• Michigan social work licensure (preferred)
• Ability to provide on-call support as needed
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Step into a role where leadership meets impact—and where your work truly matters!

Apply today and be the difference. #BeTheRock

#Leadership #FosterCare #ChildWelfare #SocialWorkJobs #HumanServices #NonprofitCareers #youth