Foster Care Coach

6 hours ago


Grand Rapids Michigan, United States Samaritas Full time
About the Role

Samaritas is seeking a compassionate and skilled Foster Care Visitation Coach to join our team in Grand Rapids. As a key member of our Foster Care program, you will provide individualized coaching to parents whose children have been removed from the home due to abuse/neglect.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coach parents on needed parenting skills using a strengths-based model
  • Assist parents in identifying their goals for visitations and follow up to review progress and reinforce strengths
  • Intervene as necessary to ensure child safety and ensure content of conversations is appropriate
  • Provide transportation for foster children to and from family visits
  • Supervise children during appointments either at home, office or at other appropriate sites
  • Observe parent/child interactions and closely document. Report strengths and concerns to the social worker with case responsibility
  • Provide auxiliary services related to center's foster care program in accordance with center, division, organization, and contract requirements
Requirements
  • Associate's degree in human services or related field required or high school degree and 2 years of experience in a human services field
  • 1 year of experience in a day care setting or school setting strongly preferred
  • Automobile travel required. Valid unrestricted driver's license with good driving record required. Valid proof of automobile insurance required
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule or nontraditional hours

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