Position Details
Do you have a Bachelor degree in a human services degree ? This role is up to 44 hours a pay period depending on referrals to the agency. Much of the hours are in the afternoon/evenings from usually 3-7 pm.
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 p ay rate of $21.10 per hour
What's In It For You
Some of the benefits you may receive are:
Contingent role working in our Foster Care Supportive Visitation Program. Using the Nurturing Parent model, provide intensive and individualized parent-child visit services to families whose children are in foster care, where Reunification is the case goal.
Duties and Responsibilities
Educate and coach parents on parenting skills by observing parent-child interactions, modeling, instructing, and prompting. Also provide feedback to parents before and after each session
Assess parents pre- and post-service using the AAPI (Adolescent and Adult Parenting Inventory) and the NSCS (Nurturing Skills Competency Skills)
Assist parents in identifying their goals for visitations and follow up to review progress and reinforce strengths
Intervene as necessary to ensure child safety and ensure content of conversations is appropriate
Supervise children during appointments either at home, office or at other appropriate sites
Observe parent/child interactions and closely document. Report strengths and concerns to the social worker with case responsibility
Provide transportation as needed to children and parents before and after parenting sessions
Provide auxiliary services related to center's foster care program in accordance with center, division, organization, and contract requirements
Job Qualifications
Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
Bachelor's degree in human services or related field required, with study in the area of parenting, child development, or related area being preferred
Experience
At least one year field experience working with multi-problem families
Knowledge of the Bavolek Nurturing Parent Program, the AAPI and the NSCS preferred
Knowledge of child development and experience in a day care setting or school setting strongly preferred
Additional Work Requirements
Automobile travel required. Valid unrestricted driver's license with good driving record required. Valid proof of automobile insurance required
Use of a safe and clean vehicle
Ability to work a flexible schedule or nontraditional hours
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Requisition Number2025-11510
Employee TypeContingent
Hours Per Pay Period44
ShiftVaried
Work HoursVaried
Position LocationUS-MI-Grand Rapids
Work Environment:Hybrid
Benefits Available:Employee Discounts
Exact WageUSD $21.10
Minimum Wage:USD $21.10
Maximum Wage:USD $21.10
