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. 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!
Are you looking for a role that provides the best of both worlds? Work directly with young people and provide case management services. If you want to build meaningful, professional relationships with young people to help them remain in their communities, we invite you to apply.
HOURS: Full-time 40hours weekly
BENEFITS:
- $600 hiring bonus
- 401K Match
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans with HSA & FSA options
- Including a comprehensive $1 monthly premium for a $5,000 coinsurance plan (full-time, single coverage)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure high quality customer service that is responsive to client needs
- Schedule new client intake inquiries for group services for Evening Report Center.
- Complete intake paperwork with youth and parent/guardian
- Input all necessary information into EHR system
- Communicate with County partners, court officials, and law enforcement, as needed.
- Collect, analyze and input data on referral sources for incoming clients, client success and to assist in contract and grant completion.
- Complete group development and implementation
- Complete weekly court updates to necessary stakeholders.
- Complete referrals for youth and their families for ongoing services, as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree, plus one year experience working in human service environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bi-lingual skills may be desirable.
- Must be at least 21 years old and able to complete orientation training according to agency program standards.
- Must successfully complete all agency background checks, which include checks to detect criminal convictions of behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.
- Requires a 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.
SERVICE: Arise Youth Center, Alternatives to Detention
To apply follow the link LSS of South Dakota Careers