Chippewa/Luce/Mackinac County CPS & Foster Care Services Specialist 9-12
State of Michigan
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Services Specialist 9-12 - Chippewa Adult Services
State of Michigan
Health and Human Services - Central Office
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$25.89 - $42.60
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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March 27, 2026
SES Pay Grade
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as a social worker to support vulnerable adults in Chippewa County and nearby areas, handling cases related to protection from abuse, community placements, and independent living programs.
A good fit would be someone with a background in social services who is compassionate, organized, and comfortable managing sensitive situations with diverse clients.
The role offers potential for hybrid or remote work within Michigan, focusing on promoting safety and self-sufficiency.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field
- Experience as a professional social worker or caseworker
- Knowledge of adult protective services and community placement programs
- Ability to manage caseloads across multiple counties (Chippewa, Mackinac, Luce)
- Strong communication and assessment skills for working with vulnerable populations
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for field work
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in service delivery
Full Job Description
Position functions as a professional social worker caseworker providing services to vulnerable individuals. Responsibilities may involve one or more of the following programs administered by MDHHS: Adult Protective Services, Adult community placement and independent living services.THIS IS AN ADULT SERVICES POSITION
Review the position description at: Position Description
Review the job specification at: Job Specification
Requirements
Qualifications
Additional Information
Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.
For questions, please contact Mikkie Morley at MorleyM1@michigan.gov
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