Family Development Specialist: Foster & Adoption

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota; Pine Ridge (SD); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-on bonus of $600

PTO Frontload up to 24 hours

8 paid holidays

401(k) with 3% match

BCBS medical plans with HSA & FSA

Dental and Vision plans

Employer-paid life insurance

Career development & mentorship

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Zusammenfassung

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota (LSS) is hiring for a Family Development Specialist to support foster and adoptive families. The role focuses on guiding families through licensing processes, completing home studies, and providing ongoing resources and encouragement.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field and a social work license or eligible license, with 21+ years of age and a clean background check. Travel is required across SD communities.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field.
• Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Social Work Associate 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.

Aufgaben

• 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 approval.
• Partner with families to complete the home study process and provide resources and support.
• Be a valuable member of the Licensing Team and work collaboratively with South Dakota DSS/CPS.

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Social Work Associate

Jobbeschreibung

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota (LSS) is hiring for a Family Development Specialist to support foster and adoptive families. The role focuses on guiding families through licensing processes, completing home studies, and providing ongoing resources and encouragement.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field and a social work license or eligible license, with 21+ years of age and a clean background check. Travel is required across SD communities.