Family Services Team Lead

Description

Job Title: Family Preservation Team Lead

Location: Hybrid / Remote – Wellspring Gaylord

Service Area: Ogemaw, Alcona, Alpena, Iosco, Montmorency, Roscommon, Oscoda and Presque Isle counties

Reports to: Family Services FRP Supervisor – Gaylord

Position Type: Full-Time | Salary

Wellspring is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to serving seniors, families and children throughout Michigan. We are currently seeking a Team Lead to join our Family Reunification Program in Gaylord serving Ogemaw, Alcona, Alpena, Iosco, Montmorency, Roscommon, Oscoda and Presque Isle counties

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Family Reunification Program model using a strength-based, solution-focused approach.
• Develop treatment plans, goals and activities with families and assigned Family Workers.
• Coordinate implementation of treatment plans and ensure quality service delivery.
• Provide therapeutic intervention sessions with families and individual family members as needed.
• Deliver skills training related to parental resilience, social connections, concrete supports, child development, nurturing and attachment and infant safe sleep.
• Refer families and coordinate with community resources including Early On, domestic violence support and behavioral health providers.
• Prepare and review required documentation including service plans, progress reports, termination summaries, case notes and time sheets.
• Use solution-focused interviewing techniques and strength-based language in all family interactions.
• Prepare for and present testimony in court as needed.
• Plan and facilitate quarterly workshops and family activities.
• Maintain required face-to-face contact with families based on contract requirements.
• Provide flexible scheduling and 24/7 availability as needed.
• Complete follow-up evaluations at 6 and 12 months post-service.
• Transport clients using a personal vehicle as required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or a related human services field, preferred. Bachelor’s degree with at least two years of relevant experience, required.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle registration and auto insurance, required.
• Experience providing therapeutic intervention and family support services preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Reliable, compassionate and committed to high-quality service.
  
  

Schedule and Compensation

• Schedule: Full-time with flexible hours and 24-hour availability as needed.
• Hybrid / Remote: Home-based with daily travel
• Service Area: Ogemaw, Alcona, Alpena, Iosco, Montmorency, Roscommon, Oscoda and Presque Isle counties
• In-Office Requirements: Weekly team meetings, trainings and clinical supervision.
• Pay Rate: $44,000 per year, based on experience and education.
• Travel: Mileage reimbursement provided
  
  

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 403(b) retirement plan matching.
• DailyPay and Wellspring SupportLinc employee assistance program.
• Clinical supervision and professional development support.
• Collaborative and mission-driven team environment.
  
  

Location

Wellspring Lutheran Services

1260 S Otsego Ave

Gaylord, MI 49735

Join Wellspring to use your skills and compassion to strengthen families across Northern Michigan. Apply today to be part of a mission-driven team making a lasting impact.