Foster Care Supervisor

Foster Care Licensing Supervisor

Wellspring Lutheran Services – a statewide nonprofit dedicated to serving seniors, families and children throughout Michigan.

Location: Gaylord

Reports to: Foster Care Program Manager – Gaylord

Position Type: Full‑Time | Salary

Final date to receive applications: Accepting applications until January 12th, 2026.

• Provide individual supervision and professional leadership to direct service staff, support staff and student interns (as applicable).
• Ensure overall unit compliance with contracts, licensing, accreditation guidelines, agency policy, procedure and strategic plan; complete case reviews quarterly.
• Input data per established guidelines into agency and contractor data collection systems.
• Handle and coordinate ongoing personnel issues of the unit (leave records, training records, recruitment, interview, reference and orientation for new hires).
• Communicate employee performance expectations, conduct new hire six‑month evaluations and annual evaluations; develop performance improvement plans where required.
• Coordinate the referral and intake process and make appropriate assignments to staff.
• Monitor, read and approve all required reports, including incident reports.
• Provide some direct service to clients depending on specific contract language or unit structure.

• Master’s degree in social work or related human services field and 3 years of child welfare experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related human services field and 4 years of child welfare experience (required).
• Reliable, responsible and committed to compassionate and high‑quality work.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to support and guide staff in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.

• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑Time, 40 hours per week.
• Salary Range: $50,000–$55,000 per year, based on experience, education and licensure.
• On‑Call:
  Required to support the licensing team’s on‑call rotation.
• Work Style:
  Hybrid, with a flexible schedule including in‑office work and travel to support staff.

• Weekly or as‑needed supervision and support.
• Administrative support for documentation, filing and requests.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Health, Vision & Dental insurance.
• 403(b) Retirement plans with matching.
• PTO & Paid Holidays.
• Daily Pay – access earned wages anytime.
• Wellspring Support Linc – employee assistance program.
• Supportive, mission‑driven workplace where your leadership makes a difference.

Location:

Wellspring Lutheran Services, 1260 S Otsego Ave, Gaylord, MI 49735

Join Wellspring and make a meaningful difference by leading a committed team that supports children and families across Northern Michigan.