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Are you passionate about helping children and youth in out of home placement connect with family members? If so, this position might be a great fit for you! #YouareLSS

HOURS: Full time, 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday with occasional evening/weekend hours.

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: Kinship Social Workers assist the family members of children in South Dakota DSS/CPS custody through the kinship home study process. The Kinship Social Worker uses the Protective Factors Capacity Assessment Model to assess and evaluate potential kinship placements for youth. In this position, you will partner with families to complete the home study process, write the home study assessment, and provide resources and support to families throughout the process. You will be a valuable member of the LSS Kinship Team and work collaboratively with South Dakota DSS/CPS. Some travel is required.

QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s degree in social work or in a related field preferred; and one to two years related experience. Licensed as a Social Worker or Social Work Associate (or the ability to be licensed) through the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners. 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.

RESPOND BY: open until filled

An Equal Opportunity Employer

*Hiring bonus available to external candidates only. 

SERVICE: Foster Care Services, Kinship