What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Wellspring Lutheran Services?
Description
Job Title: Family Preservation Social Worker
Location: Hybrid – Wellspring Jackson
Reports to: Family Services Families First Supervisor - Jackson
Position Type: Full-Time | Salary
Accepting applications through January 13, 2026
Wellspring is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to serving seniors, families, and children throughout Michigan. We are currently seeking a Family Preservation Worker to join our Families First Program, supporting families throughout Jackson, Branch, and Hillsdale counties.
In this role, you will provide home-based, family-centered services designed to help families remain together and ensure children’s safety and stability. You will use a strength-based, non-deficit approach to empower families, build skills, and connect them with vital community resources.
Responsibilities
As a Family Preservation Worker with Wellspring–Families First, you will:
Wellspring Lutheran Services
300 W Washington Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families across Southern Michigan.
Apply today to begin your career with Wellspring.
Job Title: Family Preservation Social Worker
Location: Hybrid – Wellspring Jackson
Reports to: Family Services Families First Supervisor - Jackson
Position Type: Full-Time | Salary
Accepting applications through January 13, 2026
Wellspring is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to serving seniors, families, and children throughout Michigan. We are currently seeking a Family Preservation Worker to join our Families First Program, supporting families throughout Jackson, Branch, and Hillsdale counties.
In this role, you will provide home-based, family-centered services designed to help families remain together and ensure children’s safety and stability. You will use a strength-based, non-deficit approach to empower families, build skills, and connect them with vital community resources.
Responsibilities
As a Family Preservation Worker with Wellspring–Families First, you will:
- Adhere to the Families First model of service (strength-based, non-deficit approach).
- Provide families with concrete services, including assistance with housing, transportation, home cleaning, maintenance, and repair.
- Deliver skills training in areas such as parenting, communication, self-advocacy, and self-sufficiency.
- Offer short-term counseling and crisis intervention for families in need.
- Coordinate with external providers to arrange counseling, medical care, educational support, housing resources, and utility assistance.
- Prepare timely documentation, including service plans, progress reports, termination summaries, goal sheets, and weekly reports.
- Present cases for termination conferences and recommend follow-up services.
- Maintain face-to-face contact with families at the frequency required by contract and family needs.
- Maintain weekly contact with referring workers and complete follow-up evaluations at 3 and 6 months post-service.
- Transport clients in your own vehicle as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in social work or a human services–related field required.
- Experience working with children and families preferred.
- Reliable, compassionate, and committed to providing high-quality service.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Current and valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and auto insurance required.
- Hybrid-Remote position – home-based with travel throughout Jackson, Branch, and Hillsdale counties.
- Flexible schedule with 24-hour availability as needed
- Team meetings and supervision held 1-2 times per week.
- Salary: $43,000/year (based on experience).
- Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and 403(b) retirement plan
- DailyPay option – access earned wages anytime
- Employee Assistance Program (SupportLinc)
- Clinical supervision and professional development support
- Collaborative and caring team environment
- Meaningful work that strengthens families and supports long-term stability
Wellspring Lutheran Services
300 W Washington Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families across Southern Michigan.
Apply today to begin your career with Wellspring.
Salary : $43,000