Social Services Aide

State of South Dakota; Chamberlain (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The Department of Social Services - Division of Child Protection Services in Chamberlain, SD is seeking a Full-Time position to support families through transportation and in-home services. The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with child protection teams.

Applicants must have strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills. Expect physical tasks, flexible scheduling, and possible travel, with background checks and E-Verify upon hire.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to transport parents and children safely.
• Experience with or ability to use computerized data systems.
• Able to prepare clear and concise documentation and reports.

Responsibilities

• Transportation of parents and children.
• Support services to family services specialists.
• Provision of services in the homes of families receiving intervention services.

Skills

Transportation

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Documentation

Time management

Driver's license

Decision making under stress

Tools

Computerized data systems

Job description

Job ID:37388

Agency: Department of Social Services - Division of Child Protection Services

Location: Chamberlain , SD

Salary: $21.14 Hourly, depending on qualifications

Pay Grade: F

Closing Date: 09/18/26

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

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.

Duties include the transportation of parents and children; support services to family services specialists; and provision of services in the homes of families receiving intervention services.

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. Considerable field travel may be required to include overnight travel. This position requires a valid driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• childcare practices in relation to a safe, healthy, and supportive environment that enhances child growth and development (preferred but not required);
• establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships and demonstrate compassion, respect, courtesy, and tact when interacting with others;
• utilize a computerized data and technology systems;
• prepare clear and concise documentation, reports, and correspondence that reflect relevant facts;
• actively listen, elicit needed information, and communicate information;
• organize time and resources to complete assignments and meet schedules and deadlines;
• operate a motor vehicle to transport children and family members;
• make appropriate and timely decisions in stressful situations and maintain objectivity.

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.

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.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration

Telephone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

“An Equal Opportunity Employer”