Family Development Social Worker - Foster & Adoption Support

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota; Aberdeen (SD); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $600

Mileage reimbursement

PTO time frontload

8 paid holidays

401(k) match

Medical plans

Dental and Vision

Life insurance

Career development

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota is seeking a Social Worker-Family Development Specialist to help families become foster or adoptive resources and guide home study assessments. This full-time role supports licensing processes and collaborates with South Dakota DSS/CPS, with mileage reimbursement and potential for a $600 signing bonus for external candidates.

Hospitable team environment, ongoing training, and opportunities to advance within the Licensing Team are offered as part of a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field is required.
• Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Social Work Associate preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must successfully complete all agency background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist families in navigating the process to become a foster or adoptive resource.
• Complete home study assessments for prospective foster and kinship families pursuing licensing and adoption.
• Partner with families to complete the home study process and provide resources and support.
• Collaborate with the Licensing Team and South Dakota DSS/CPS.

Job description

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota is seeking a Social Worker-Family Development Specialist to help families become foster or adoptive resources and guide home study assessments. This full-time role supports licensing processes and collaborates with South Dakota DSS/CPS, with mileage reimbursement and potential for a $600 signing bonus for external candidates.

Hospitable team environment, ongoing training, and opportunities to advance within the Licensing Team are offered as part of a