Visitation Coach, Foster Care - Kalamazoo, MI

Now Hiring: Visitation Coach – Foster CareLocation: Kalamazoo, MichiganWage: $15.00 per hourStatus: ContingentMake a Difference in Family ConnectionsAre you compassionate, patient, and passionate about helping families reunite and thrive? Join Samaritas as a Visitation Coach and play a meaningful role in supporting parents and children during supervised visits.In this role, you will work directly with families navigating the foster care system—coaching parents, ensuring child safety, and strengthening family relationships through guidance and support.Welcome to Samaritas Nation!Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization dedicated to connecting people with families and communities, empowering them to live their fullest lives, and creating lasting, positive change. Rooted in compassion and service, we are committed to helping those we serve build brighter futures.Apply today and be part of a team that creates real impact.About the RoleThe Visitation Coach provides individualized, strengths-based coaching to parents whose children have been removed from the home. This position focuses on supporting parents in developing and improving parenting skills while ensuring safe, structured, and supportive family visitation experiences.Core ResponsibilitiesFamily Coaching and Support Use a strengths-based approach to coach parents on parenting skills through modeling, instruction, and feedback Help parents identify goals for visitation and track progress over time Reinforce parental strengths and encourage positive interactionsVisitation Supervision and Safety Supervise parent-child visits in homes, offices, or community settings Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times Intervene as needed to maintain appropriate behavior and safe interactionsObservation and Documentation Observe and document parent-child interactions in detail Report strengths, concerns, and progress to the assigned social worker Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with program requirementsTransportation and Support Services Transport foster children to and from visitation appointments Provide additional support services in alignment with foster care program requirementsQualificationsEducation Associate’s degree in human services or a related field required OR High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a human services settingExperience Knowledge of child development required At least 1 year of experience in a daycare or school setting strongly preferredSkills and Knowledge Strong interpersonal and coaching skills Ability to work with families in sensitive and emotional situations Understanding of child welfare and family dynamics Strong observation and documentation skills Ability to maintain professionalism and boundariesAdditional Requirements Valid, unrestricted driver’s license with a good driving record Reliable personal transportation and proof of automobile insurance in your name Safe and clean vehicle suitable for transporting children Ability to work a flexible and nontraditional schedule, including evenings as neededWhy Join Samaritas Meaningful, hands-on work supporting families and children Opportunity to make a direct impact in the foster care system Supportive, mission-driven team environment Growth opportunities within human servicesApply TodayIf you are passionate about helping families grow stronger and supporting children in safe environments, we encourage you to apply.Join Samaritas and help create stronger families and brighter futures.#humanservices #socialwork #childwelfare #fostercare #kalamazoojobs