LTSS Case Management Specialist

Sdsoybean; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & Sick Leave

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Department of Human Services - Division of Long Term Services and Supports in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a full-time eligibility specialist focused on in-home services for at-risk individuals. This role involves assessing needs, guiding families, and coordinating with public resources.

Ideal candidates will have a related bachelor’s degree or equivalent training, strong interviewing skills, and a commitment to person-centered service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of social work principles and ethics.
• Interview techniques and information gathering.
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients and families.
• Understanding of aging and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Assess and determine eligibility for in-home services.
• Provide information and referral services to the public and families.
• Maintain case records and prepare reports.
• Collaborate with other social service professionals.

Skills

Interviews

Documentation

Data entry

Communication

Cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, health, or related field

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

25.02 - 25.02 US per hour

Description

Job ID: 37463
Agency: Department of Human Services - Division of Long Term Services and Supports
Location:Sioux Falls, SD
Salary:$25.02 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade:H
Closing Date: 9/22/26

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Hunan Services - Division of Long Term Services and Supports. For more information on the Department of Human Services, please visit https://dhs.sd.gov/en .

The South Dakota Department of Human Services encompasses a broad field dedicated to offering services that support older adults and individuals with disabilities. Our programs promote independence and inclusion through person-centered services. DHS comes together with the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

DHS strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

Our Benefits Include:

• 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
• 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
• Flexible Benefits - Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
• Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
• 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
• Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
• Employee Wellness Program

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for assessing and determining eligibility for a variety of in-home services that would benefit individuals at risk of having to leave their own homes and providing information and referral services to the public and family members about aging and community resources.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

The applicant may have any combination of training and/or experience that enables the incumbent to possess the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the required job duties.

The applicant may also qualify with a preferred bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, health, or a related field, if the coursework is applicable to the entry-level position.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• basic theories, principles, and methods of social work and methods of assessment, intervention, and treatment;
• concepts related to clients’ rights, confidentiality, and professional ethics;
• principles and techniques of conducting interviews and acquiring information from clients who are in need of services;
• cultural, economic, physical, social, and psychological factors that influence family dynamics and interpersonal relationships.

Skill to:

• work with computerized data systems;
• maintain case records and documentation;
• prepare reports and compose correspondence;
• gather and analyze data, reason logically and accurately, and draw valid conclusions;
• interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies.

Ability to:

• communicate information clearly and concisely with a variety of individuals, professionals, and the public;
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, their families, and other social service personnel, public officials, and private citizens.

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.

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.