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LSS of South Dakota · 1 month ago

Social Worker-Family Development Specialist

positionRapid City, SD, US
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
date1+ years exp

LSS of South Dakota is dedicated to supporting children and families, particularly those in foster care and adoption processes. The Family Development Specialist will assist families in navigating the foster and adoption process, complete home study assessments, and provide resources and support throughout the licensing and approval process.

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Responsibilities

Assists families in navigating the process to become a foster or adoptive resource
In this position you will complete home study assessments for prospective foster and kinship families who are pursuing Foster Care and Kinship licensing and adoption approval
You will partner with families to complete the home study process, write the home study assessment, and provide resources and support to families throughout the process
You will be a valuable member of the Licensing Team and work collaboratively with South Dakota DSS/CPS

Qualification

Licensed Social WorkerBachelor’s degree in social workHome study assessmentsFoster Care licensingClient-focused careCritical thinkingTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field, plus one to two years related experience is required
Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Social Work Associate through the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners is required
Must be at least 21 years of age, is required
Must successfully complete all agency background checks, is required
Requires active auto-insurance, a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one with approved driver status

Benefits

$600 hiring bonus* *external candidates only*
PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours for benefit-eligible employees
8 Paid Holidays
401(k) 3% match
Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options, with HSA & FSA options
Dental and Vision plans
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

Company

LSS of South Dakota

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LSS of SD is a statewide, multi-service non-profit human ministry organization.
dateFounded in 1920
location
Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.lsssd.org

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Rebecca Kiesow Knudsen
President/CEO
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