Youth Transition & Independent Living Specialist

LSS of South Dakota; Rapid City (SD); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PTO frontload up to 24 hours for full‑

Eight paid holidays

401(k) with 3% match

BCBS medical plans with HSA & FSA

Dental and Vision plans

Employer paid life insurance

Career development and mentorship

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Community Resource Program seeks a dedicated individual to support SD DSS youth in foster care as they transition to independent adulthood. The role offers a $600 sign-on bonus and full-time hours in Rapid City.

You will assess needs, provide case management, life skills training, and coordinate housing, employment, education, and healthcare supports, partnering with DSS and community providers. Background checks and licensure requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field is required.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Social Work Associate (LSWA) through the SD Board within 6 months of employment is preferred/required to obtain licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assess individual needs and provide comprehensive case management.
• Life skills training and direct support with housing, employment, education, and healthcare.
• Collaborate with DSS staff, foster parents, residential facilities, and community partners to develop tailored transition plans and promote youth self-advocacy.
• Build mentoring opportunities, facilitate youth advocacy groups across Western and Southwestern South Dakota, and coordinate regional events including biannual independent living workshops and the annual teen conference in Rapid City.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Social Work Associate (LSWA) through the South Dakota Board

Job description

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Community Resource Program seeks a dedicated individual to support SD DSS youth in foster care as they transition to independent adulthood. The role offers a $600 sign-on bonus and full-time hours in Rapid City.

You will assess needs, provide case management, life skills training, and coordinate housing, employment, education, and healthcare supports, partnering with DSS and community providers. Background checks and licensure requirements apply.