Do you have at least a Bachelor degree in a Human Services role with at least 2 years' supervisory experience and 4 years' social worker experience? Are you ready to transform lives and build stronger communities? As a Foster Care Program Manager, you hold the key to creating safe, nurturing environments for children in need. This role will serve our Southwest region foster care cases in the areas of Kalamazoo, Berrien, St. Joseph, Calhoun, and Cass counties.

Welcome to Samaritas Nation!

Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.  

APPLY TODAY!     #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve! 

This position has a wage of $60,000 annually

Some of the benefits you may receive are:  

            Full Time/Part Time

• Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee) 
• Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)
• Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133% 
• Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals 
• Earned Sick Time
• Awesome Employee Discounts
• UKG Wallet - Pre-Pay Options
• Plus, many more benefits 

Provides primary administration of assigned programs; advises and assists the Director in supervision, personnel management, and program development within the overall program and objectives of the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Participate in program planning, goal setting, outcomes evaluation and measurement, and continuous quality improvement initiatives with the Director.
2. Provide leadership to staff, including supervisors. Manage the operations of assigned program, ensuring adherence to all applicable regulatory and quality assurance standards and state, contract, and organization policy and procedures. Partner with Human Resources in staff attraction and retention efforts, including hiring, onboarding, coaching and counseling and performance management. Ensure delegation of responsibility and accountability.
3. Review and approve staff work schedules, use of personal leave time, and business in accordance with policies.
4. Ensure an accurate and daily updated list of all cases currently being served by program within the assigned Foster Care office. Audit case records at least quarterly to ensure completeness and compliance with prescribed service and licensing standards.
5. Consult with casework and supervisory staff to assist in making replacement decisions.
6. Develop and maintain thorough knowledge and understanding of community resources; network with community agencies.
7. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with administrators and comparable personnel at other agencies; represent the organization in interagency context and serve on committees as assigned.
8. Assist in the maintenance of information and data management systems by providing information and statistical reports as required.
9. Participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of the department’s annual operating budget within organization fiscal guidelines; ensure adherence to Corporate Financial Policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification

• Master's Degree in a Human Services related field with one year supervisory experience and three years’ experience as a social services worker; Or
• Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services related field with two years supervisory experience and four years’ experience as a social service worker.
• State of Michigan licensure preferred.

Additional Work Requirements

• Participate, as required, in a system of 24 hour availability to persons served. Flexible work schedule that may include extended hours.
• Unrestricted valid driver’s license with good driving record. Reliable personal transportation suitable for safely transporting persons served; proof of current automobile insurance.