Kinship Specialist: Reunite Families Across SD

LSS of South Dakota; Sioux Falls (SD); Híbrido; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hiring bonus $600

PTO frontload 24 hours

8 paid holidays

401(k) 3% match

Medical, dental & vision plans

Employer paid life insurance

Career development & mentorship

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Mileage reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota is hiring a Kinship Specialist to identify and engage relatives for children in custody. You will work with the child’s team and DSS/CPS partners to find family connections that best meet the child’s needs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in social work or related field and 1–2 years of experience, with travel across SD communities. Competitive benefits accompany a full-time schedule.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field is required.
• 1–2 years of related experience is required.
• Must meet agency background checks and driving eligibility.

Responsabilidades

• Identify, locate, and engage relatives for children in SD DSS/CPS custody.
• Connect with child, biological parents, DSS/CPS staff, ICWA, and team members.
• Use search tools to locate relative resources and explore placement options.

Conocimientos

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Problem-solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

1-2 years related experience

Descripción del empleo

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota is hiring a Kinship Specialist to identify and engage relatives for children in custody. You will work with the child’s team and DSS/CPS partners to find family connections that best meet the child’s needs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in social work or related field and 1–2 years of experience, with travel across SD communities. Competitive benefits accompany a full-time schedule.