Explore a Career with LSS of South Dakota

LSS Summit Oaks 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 you are interested in enhancing your education in the mental health or social services field, this is a great position for you. #YouareLSS

To apply for this position, click the link LSS of South Dakota Careers https://lsssd.org/careers/

Position: Full-time & Part-time openings. Variety of schedule openings; morning, evening, and overnight hours

Salary: Starting wage $18 to $20 per hour; dependent on experience and qualifications. This position may be eligible for a $300 or $600 Sign on Bonus

Benefits:

Part-time Positions:

• Up to $300 hiring bonus* external candidates

• 401(K) 3% Match

• Employee Recognition

• Employee Assistance Program

• Additional pay for Licensed Social Workers and Licensed Professional Counselors

• On-site training to include CEUs

Full-time Positions:

• $600 hiring bonus* external candidates only
• PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours for benefit-eligible employees
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) 3% match
• Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options, 2025 plans including a comprehensive $1 monthly premium for a $5,000 coinsurance plan (full-time, single coverage)
• Dental and Vision plans with HSA & FSA options
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide supervision and support for youth in shelter care and reception center. A 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. 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.

REQUIRED Residential Worker:

• Must have a High School Diploma, or GED.
• Experience working with youth preferred.
• Possess an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Be at least 21 years old and willing to complete agency background checks.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license or obtain one with approved driver status.

REQUIRED Residential Counselor:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in behavioral or social sciences (preferred), OR
• Have post at least 48 credits and have one year of experience working with children, OR
• Possess an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Be at least 21 years old and willing to complete agency background checks.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license or obtain one with 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

*Hiring bonus available to external candidates only.

SERVICE: Arise Youth Center