Social Worker, Family Advocacy & Support Services

Location: Hybrid – Wellspring Traverse City

Reports to: Family Services Supervisor – Traverse City

Position Type: Full-Time | Salary

Accepting applications through: December 10th, 2025

Wellspring is a statewide nonprofit serving families and children in need of support. We take a whole-person, strength-based approach to our work because we believe lasting change happens when we help people recognize and build on their strengths. We are seeking a Family Preservation Worker to join our In-Home Family Services program, supporting families throughout Michigan’s Northwest Region, including Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Kalkaska counties
. In this role, you will provide home-based services designed to help families access needed resources, strengthen relationships, and maintain a safe and stable home environment.

• Adhere to the In-Home Family Services model of service (strength-based, non-deficit approach).
• Provide families with concrete services such as housing support, transportation, home cleaning, maintenance, and repair.
• Deliver skills training in areas including parenting, communication, self-advocacy, and self-sufficiency.
• Offer short-term counseling and crisis intervention.
• Make collateral contacts to:
  • arrange outpatient counseling or medical care,
  • address educational needs,
  • assist with utilities,
  • resolve housing issues with landlords, shelters, or housing programs,
  • connect families with community resources.
• Prepare required documentation—service plans, progress reports, termination summaries, goal sheets, weekly plans, time reports, and correspondence—within appropriate time frames.
• Present cases for termination conferences and recommend follow-up services.
• Maintain 24-hour availability to clients and work a flexible schedule based on family needs.
• Conduct face-to-face contact with families according to contract requirements and family needs.
• Maintain weekly communication with referring workers.
• Complete follow-up evaluations at 3, 6, and 12 months post-service.
• Transport clients using your own vehicle when needed.

• Associate's degree in social work or a related human services field required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience working with children and families preferred.
• Compassionate, reliable, and committed to supporting families with a strengths-based approach.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and auto insurance required.

• Hybrid-Remote: Home-based with travel throughout Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Kalkaska counties to meet families in their homes.
• Schedule: 40 hours per week with flexible hours and 24-hour availability as needed.
• Team Meetings: Weekly team connection and supervision.
• Starting Pay: $43,000 per year, based on experience.
• Mileage reimbursement provided 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 support as needed
• A team environment that values communication, collaboration, and meaningful connections
• Hybrid remote work with flexibility

Wellspring Lutheran Services
1401 Douglas Dr, Suite 113
Traverse City, MI 49696

Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families across Northwest Michigan. Apply today to begin your career with Wellspring.
Full job description provided during the interview.