What it’s like to work here
We love God and we love people. Love like that motivates us to cast a big vision and believe that, together, we can change the world through family. For 80 years, our faith has inspired us to provide every child and family the safety, love, and connection they deserve.
How your role makes a difference
When children have been separated from their parents temporarily so that they can be fully cared for and safe, parents may be working hard to make needed changes so their family can be a strong, safe place for the children once more. Our Bethany team of staff, foster parents and supportive stakeholders work together with parents to provide resources, care, and support to children and their parents impacted by the child welfare system.
At Bethany, we believe every family deserves to be safe, loved, and connected. As a Parenting Time Specialist, you’ll be part of a team providing a non-judgmental, supportive experience for children and their parents as you guide them in safe, loving, quality-time interactions and maintaining family bonds.
This position requires travel throughout all of Southwest Michigan to facilitate visits between biological parents and their children.
Your responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Coordinating visits with the children, biological parents, and foster parents in accordance with the courts and/or case plan.
- Serving as a resource of information to meet the needs of the children and their families.
- Using a strengths-based perspective in working with families.
- Attending training, meetings, and supervision sessions to equip you in your role.
- Preparing reports and required documentation.
We invest in you
- Gain experience working in a team environment with other professionals who support one another, pursue excellence, and are in it for the long haul.
- Grow through access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities.
Competitive benefits package
- Low-cost health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
- Matching 403B retirement contributions
- Generous time off (11 paid holidays, unlimited PTO, paid parental leave, separate sick and paid absence banks)
- Education reimbursement for bachelor’s and master’s degree program in human services
- Comprehensive employee assistance program
- Employee covered long-term disability and term life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement for travel
QUALIFICATIONS:
What will make you successful
- Associate’s degree with one (1) year of related experience, or high school degree with three (3) years of related experience may be considered in lieu of the associate’s degree for some programs in the agency;
- Must possess the ability to engage, and communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals;
- Must possess excellent observation and organizational skills;
- Must have the ability to work flexible work hours to include some evenings and weekends;
- Must be 21 years old with a valid driver’s license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;
- Must pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
- Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.
