Family Development Specialist — Remote Social Work

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota; White River (SD); Remote; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$300 hiring bonus

401(k) 3% match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota is seeking a Family Development Specialist to support foster and adoptive families and to help children find permanency. This remote/community-based role may require travel within South Dakota and carries a sign-on bonus for external candidates.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, 1–2 years of related experience, and licensure eligibility; 21+ years old, background checks completed, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, plus one to two years related experience is required.
• Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Social Work Associate through the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners is preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age, is required.
• Must successfully complete all agency background checks, is required.
• Requires active auto-insurance, a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one with approved driver status.

Responsibilities

• Assist families in navigating the process to become a foster or adoptive resource.
• Complete home study assessments for prospective foster and kinship families who are pursuing Foster Care and Kinship licensing and adoption approval.
• Partner with families to complete the home study process, write the home study assessment, and provide resources and support to families throughout the process.
• Be a valuable member of the Licensing Team and work collaboratively with South Dakota DSS/CPS.

Job description

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota is seeking a Family Development Specialist to support foster and adoptive families and to help children find permanency. This remote/community-based role may require travel within South Dakota and carries a sign-on bonus for external candidates.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, 1–2 years of related experience, and licensure eligibility; 21+ years old, background checks completed, and a valid driver’s license.