Licensing Clerk jobs in Canton, MI

Seeking a full-time Licensing specialist/Adoption Case Manager. Immediate availability. Come join our team of professionals dedicated to placing children with forever-families through our Foster Care program.

This critical position is responsible for recruitment, training, licensing, and retention of foster and adoptive families, providing services such as family assessments, family preparation for and support during placement, and post placement supervision.  Also provides adoption case management services to children in foster care and families in the process of becoming licensed or approved for adoption. It requires a working knowledge of adoption law and an ability to work with the Probate Court-Juvenile Division. 

Qualified applicants must possess a minimum Bachelor’s degree in social work or other human services field, Master’s degree preferred, LBSW or LMSW ideal. Internships may be counted toward experience. Other requirements include knowledge of and experience with foster care and adoption law, plus experience working with MDHHS.  CWTI and DCWL training also preferred.

Reliable transportation and a valid Michigan driver’s license is required due to frequent travel to Jackson, Hillsdale, and Branch counties. Some evening and weekend work may be required. Shared on-call availability among foster care staff to manage 24/7 availability nature of the work is required.

Total compensation includes mileage reimbursement, comprehensive benefit plan with employer contribution, 401k retirement option, plus paid time off with paid holiday schedule that includes the week between Christmas and New Year’s.

Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County is proud to have celebrated over 60 years of exceptional service within the community.  If you’re ready to make a difference as part of the CSSW team, we encourage you to apply today!

Qualified applicants please send resume and cover letter including salary requirements. No phone or email inquiries. EOE.