Social Worker, Family Advocacy & Support Services

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 throughout Jackson, Branch, and Hillsdale counties
.

In this role, you will provide home-based, family-centered services designed to help families remain together and ensure children’s safety and stability. You will use a strength-based, non-deficit approach to empower families, build skills, and connect them with vital community resources.

As a Family Preservation Worker with Wellspring–Families First, you will:

• 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 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 and 6 months post-service.
• Transport clients in your own vehicle as needed.

• 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.

• Hybrid-Remote position – home-based with travel throughout Jackson, Branch, and Hillsdale counties
  .
• Flexible schedule with 24-hour availability as needed.
• Team meetings and supervision held 1‑2 times per week.
• Salary: $41,000/year (based on experience).
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and 403(b) retirement plan.
• Daily Pay option – access earned wages anytime.
• Employee Assistance Program (Support Linc).
• Clinical supervision and professional development support.
• Collaborative and caring team environment.
• Meaningful work that strengthens families and supports long-term stability.

Wellspring Lutheran Services
300 W Washington Ave
Jackson, MI 49201

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families across Southern Michigan.

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS THROUGH FRIDAY, December 5, 2025

Apply today to begin your career with Wellspring.

Full job description provided during the in-person interview.