Foster Care Supervisor

Lead the Mission: Foster Care Supervisor (Southfield, MI)

Are you an experienced child welfare professional ready to step into a leadership role where you can shape the next generation of social workers? Spectrum Child & Family Services is seeking a visionary Foster Care Supervisor to provide leadership, direction, and expert management for our Foster Care Unit in Southfield.

At Spectrum, we strive to be the community leader in exemplary programming that protects, advocates for, and treats the youth we serve. As a Supervisor, you aren't just managing cases; you are mentoring a team of dedicated professionals to ensure every child and family receives the highest standard of care.

The Heart of the Leadership Role

As the Foster Care Supervisor, you are the primary architect of safety and stability for the families in our care. Reporting directly to the Division Director, you will oversee a team of Foster Care Workers, ensuring that all services align with contract requirements, state laws, and our agency’s core values.

Direct Impact & Responsibilities

• Mentor and Develop Your Team: You will recruit, hire, and orient new staff, providing regular scheduled supervision to guide their professional growth and service delivery.
• Ensure Clinical Excellence: Through direct supervision and thorough review of documentation, you will monitor the safety and well-being of all assigned clients.
• Be a Champion Advocate: You will attend and facilitate critical meetings with courts, schools, and hospitals to expedite and coordinate essential services for families.
• Navigate Crisis with Confidence: You will lead a 24/7 crisis response system, providing a safety net for birth and foster families when they need it most.
• Community Representation: You will serve as a professional representative of Spectrum’s programs within the community through public speaking and interagency committees.

Why Join Spectrum Child and Family Services?

We appreciate our committed staff and provide a supportive environment where you can develop your career and make a significant impact. 

Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a robust benefits package, including:

Who You Are

• Expertly Qualified: You hold a bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related human services field.
• Seasoned Professional: You bring at least four years of direct related experience, including two years specifically in Foster Care or child welfare.
• Proven Leader: You have at least two years of supervisory experience in child welfare and the ability to manage staff conflict and uphold professional accountability.
• Knowledgeable Navigator: You have a deep understanding of child welfare laws, strength-based family work, and solution-focused treatment.
• Mission-Ready: You possess a valid, unrestricted Michigan Driver’s License, a good driving record, and the flexibility to support your team whenever a crisis arises.

Join the Leader in Child Welfare

This is a full-time, salaried, and exempt position based at our Crossroad Building in Southfield. Wages and workweek are established by the President, and you will be a key participant in agency decision-making and special projects.

Are you ready to lead a team that changes lives? Apply today to become our next Foster Care Supervisor and help us build stronger, more stable families.