What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Wellspring Lutheran Services?
Description
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 MiFT Program, supporting families throughout Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, including Marquette, Iron, Delta, Dickinson, and Menominee counties.
In this role, you will provide home-based, family-centered services designed to help families remain together and ensure the safety and well-being of children. You will use a strength-based, non-deficit approach to empower families and connect them with vital community resources.
Responsibilities
As a Family Preservation Worker with Wellspring–MiFT, you will:
Wellspring Lutheran Services
1250 Wilson St, Suite 102
Marquette, MI 49855
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS THROUGH WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2025
Apply today to begin your career with Wellspring.
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 MiFT Program, supporting families throughout Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, including Marquette, Iron, Delta, Dickinson, and Menominee counties.
In this role, you will provide home-based, family-centered services designed to help families remain together and ensure the safety and well-being of children. You will use a strength-based, non-deficit approach to empower families and connect them with vital community resources.
Responsibilities
As a Family Preservation Worker with Wellspring–MiFT, you will:
- Adhere to the MiFT program 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 a flexible work schedule based on family needs.
- Conduct 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, 6, and 12 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 Marquette, Iron, Delta, Dickinson, and Menominee counties.
- Flexible schedule based on family and program needs.
- Team meetings and supervision held 1–2 times per week.
- Salary: $43,500/year (based on experience and education).
- 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 builds community well-being
Wellspring Lutheran Services
1250 Wilson St, Suite 102
Marquette, MI 49855
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS THROUGH WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2025
Apply today to begin your career with Wellspring.
Salary : $43,500
