Job Description

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

Families First Program

, supporting families throughout the Upper Peninsula, including

Chippewa, Luce, Mackinac, Schoolcraft and Alger Counties

.


In this role, you will provide home-based, family-centered services designed to help families remain together and ensure children's safety, stability, and long-term well-being. 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 to support family stability. Coordinate with external providers to arrange counseling, medical care, educational support, housing resources, utility assistance and additional community supports. Prepare timely documentation, including service plans, progress reports, termination summaries, goal sheets, weekly plans, and time reports. Present cases for termination conferences and recommend appropriate follow-up services. Maintain face-to-face contact with families in accordance with contract requirements and individual 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. Provide 24-hour availability and maintain a flexible work schedule based on family needs.

Qualifications

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 services. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Current

driver's license, vehicle registration and auto insurance

required.

Schedule and Compensation

Hybrid-Remote position

- home-based with travel throughout Chippewa, Luce, Mackinac, Schoolcraft and Alger 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 and education. Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.

Benefits

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, supportive and mission-driven team environment Meaningful work that strengthens families and supports long-term stability

Work Location

Wellspring Lutheran Services

128 W Spruce St., Suite 12

Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS THROUGH WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2025

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families across Michigan's Upper Peninsula.


Apply today to begin your career with Wellspring.

Full job description provided during the in-person interview.