Family Services Specialist

Sdsoybean; Sioux Falls (SD); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 43.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Department of Social Services / Child Protection Services in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Social Services Worker to help protect children. The position offers $27.00 per hour, a 40-hour work week, and a path to meaningful impact within the agency.

Responsibilities include assessing safety, coordinating interventions, and documenting cases with clear communication. A bachelor's degree in a human service-related field is preferred, with strong customer service and

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in a human service-related field preferred.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity and tact.
• Strong listening and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computerized data and technology systems.
• Excellent time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to take initiative with minimal supervision.

Aufgaben

• Assess safety and intervene to secure child safety.
• Provide support to families and coordinate services.
• Document and report clearly and concisely.
• Travel to client homes and courtrooms as required.

Kenntnisse

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Critical thinking

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in human services

Jobbeschreibung

27.00 - 27.00 US per hour

Posted 2 days ago | Apply before October 22, 2026

Description

Job ID: 38005
Agency: Department of Social Services / Child Protection Services
Location:Sioux Falls, SDSalary:$27.00 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade:I
Closing Date: 10.22.2026

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Social Services. For more information on DSS, please visit https://dss.sd.gov .

Summary:

The Division of Child Protection Services impacts children and families’ lives every day by assessing safety, providing intervention, and securing stability for children. If you are committed to helping children and families; have excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills; and are dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for children and families, this may be an opportunity for you to make a difference in a child’s life.

Working Conditions:

Duties are performed in a variety of settings ranging from departmental offices to client homes to courtrooms. An applicant may encounter high-level stress and emotional situations, strong differences of opinion, and exposure to physical danger and contagious diseases. This position works with families who have been traumatized by sexual abuse, neglect, physical abuse, and/or emotional maltreatment. This position requires lifting up to 30 pounds in a safe manner. Applicants may be required to work a flexible schedule which may include evening, night, holiday, and weekend hours. Crisis or case situations can occur at any time which may require evening and weekend responses. Considerable field travel may be required to include overnight travel. This position requires a valid driver's license.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

A bachelor's degree in a human service-related field is preferred.

Knowledge of:

• establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships and demonstrate c ompassion, respect, courtesy, and tact when interacting with others;
• actively listen, elicit needed information and communicate information effectively andaccurately, both orally and in writing;
• utilize computerized data and technology systems;
• prepare clear and concise documentation, reports, and correspondence that reflect relevant facts;
• utilize time management skills and prioritization of multiple demands in a fast paced environment;
• assume initiative with minimal supervision while utilizing critical thinking skills.

Additional Requirements:

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening.

NCRC:If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office.A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here .This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.