Job Description
Join a Mission-Driven Team
Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota (LSS) is dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of communities across the state. Our mission: Inspired by God's love, we care for, support, and strengthen individuals, families, and communities. Each year, LSS impacts the lives of South Dakotans over 27,000 times through a diverse range of programs and services. As one of South Dakota’s largest private nonprofit human service agencies, LSS serves individuals of all ages, faiths, races, and economic backgrounds with professional, confidential, and affordable services.
Our values form the foundation of who we are and how we operate. At LSS, we prioritize a whole-person, family-centered approach to care within a continuum of services.
?? $600 Sign-On Bonus Available!
LSS Arise Youth Center seeks a passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team and make a significant impact in the lives of teens and their families. If your passion is in enhancing the lives of youth and families in the juvenile justice and social services system this is a great position for you. #YouareLSS
Come join our team.
HOURS: Full time, 40 hours/week. Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, with a rotation in the on-call schedule or as needed.
BENEFITS:
- $600 hiring bonus
- 401K Match
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans with HSA & FSA options
- $20,000 company paid basic term life insurance
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Assistance Program
SALARY: Dependent on experience and qualifications
RESPONSIBILITIES: Identify, assess, and collaborate with youth who have been placed at the Arise Youth Center as an alternative to detention. Extensive collaboration with youth, families, referral sources, law enforcement, and other community partners. Complete necessary follow ups, referrals, and documentation for individuals receiving services. This position will require crisis intervention, problem solving skills, as well as ability to educate young people on available services, life skills development and self-advocacy. May also provide supervision and support for youth in shelter care and reception center. Qualified applicant will provide direct client care, maintain/model appropriate boundaries, and teach applicable coping and problem-solving skills. Complete reports and documentation as necessary. Prepare accurate and timely documentation and reports as necessary. Assess client’s needs, and assist them with appropriate services, support, decisions, and plans.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral or social science field preferred; or post-secondary education and a minimum of one year experience working with children; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must successfully complete all agency background checks. Requires valid driver’s license and ability to obtain approved driver status. Must successfully complete all agency background checks. Requires valid driver’s license and ability to obtain approved driver status.
LSS Expectations & Core Values
At LSS, we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work:
? Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services.
? Appreciative – We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees.
? Respectful – We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues.
? Ethical – We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions.
? Strategic – We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs.
LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.