Who We Are:

Dignity and respect are simple human gifts, belonging to all. Since 1976, Spectrum has worked to strengthen children, families, and communities across the state of Michigan. Each day, more than 1,450 children, teens, and adults who deal with mental, physical, emotional, and/or behavioral challenges find help in a Spectrum program. And, we are gratified they do.

Services we provide:

Spectrum Child and Family Services supports our community’s children and teens that are delinquent, have been neglected/abused or abandoned; are medically fragile, multiple handicapped, dual diagnosed, and behaviorally and/or emotionally impaired. Our programs support a population with constantly changing needs and our goal is to strengthen and empower the families, so they become self-sufficient, stable, and competent.

I.GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

To provide needed and appropriate direct services to SIL youth and boarding parents and to coordinate the provision of collateral services as required by State of Michigan Laws, Services Manual Items, Child Welfare Licensing Requirements and applicable Service Standards. 

II.QUALIFICATIONS 

A. Education: BSW (or equivalent, as defined by Child Welfare Licensing). 

B. Experience: One year of child welfare experience preferred. 

C. Skills: Reliable transportation as required to make home visits and provide transportation to youth. Valid, unrestricted Michigan Driver’s License and safe driving record State of Michigan Licensing 

We offer the following great benefits:

• BCBS Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• 403(b) with employer match
• Paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement