Part Time Crisis Advocate

Children's Home Society of South Dakota; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening/weekend hours

Tuition reimbursement up to $200/mo

Referral bonuses up to $1,000

Job summary

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Part-Time Crisis Advocate to provide crisis intervention and support shelter activities. The role emphasizes trauma‑informed care, equity, and community impact through daily interactions with individuals and families.

You will respond to crisis calls, assist with shelter operations, and coordinate referrals. The position offers evening and weekend hours with tuition reimbursement and a referral bonus program, reflecting our commitment to staff

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Three years experience in human services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Crisis Intervention: Respond to crisis calls and in-person sessions, shelter intakes and departures.
• Outreach Services: Make referrals and coordinate with other providers. Provide Court Advocacy as assigned.
• Data Management: Complete forms and documentation.
• Professional Development: Complete annual training and maintain certifications.
• Shelter Activities: Manage shelter programs, supervise children, keep shelter orderly.
• Training: Assist with staff and volunteer training.
• Safety, Policies and Procedures: Follow safety and infection control policies.

Skills

Team player

Confidential information handling

Effective communication

Organization

Diversity awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Education, or Human Services field preferred

Job description

Work For Good!

Wage: $20/hour + up to $2 shift differential

Schedule:

• Week 1 - Wednesday: 4pm to 8pm, Friday: 4pm to 8pm, Saturday: 10am to 8pm
• Week 2 - Sunday: 10am to 8pm, Wednesday: 4pm to 8pm, Friday: 4pm to 8pm

Position Overview:

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Part-Time Crisis Advocate to provide crisis intervention services to individuals and support various shelter activities. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

By joining our team, you will make a difference every day-creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Benefits of Employment at CHS:

• Work-Life Balance: Evening and weekend hours.
• Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Competitive Compensation: $20/hour + up to $2 shift differential
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What You Will Do:

• Crisis Intervention: Respond to crisis telephone calls, in-person crisis counseling sessions, and shelter intakes and departures. Respond to the needs of shelter clients. Assist in making CPS reports. Complete client follow-up call backs. Transport clients as necessary. Assist with case management duties as assigned.
• Outreach Services: Make appropriate referrals and coordinate services with other service providers. Provide Court Advocacy as assigned.
• Data Management: Complete necessary forms and documentation.
• Professional Development: Complete required annual training. Maintain required certifications and proficiencies. Attend assigned meetings.
• Shelter Activities: May coordinate and facilitate shelter and non-shelter programs as assigned. Assist in keeping the shelter clean and orderly. Care for and supervise children staying in shelter as assigned.
• Training: Assist with training needs of staff, interns and volunteers.
• Safety, Policies and Procedures: Ensure safety standards and infection control policies are followed

What We’ll Love About You:

• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Education, or Human Services field preferred.
• Experience: Three years experience in human services preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Environment focused on care of individuals in crisis situations. The employee is regularly required to bend and sit on the floor. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to physically restrain a child in ways taught by the Agency while being able to verbally communicate to the child and other staff.

Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks EEO/AA.

Join us at Children’s Home Society and truly 'Work for Good' every day, helping to change the world one child, one family, and one smile at a time.

Salary Description

$20.00/hr + up to $2/hr shift differential