Community Mentoring Coordinator
About The Position
Join a Mission-Driven Team Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota (LSS) is dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of communities across the state. Our mission: Inspired by God's love, we care for, support, and strengthen individuals, families, and communities. Each year, LSS impacts the lives of South Dakotans over 27,000 times through a diverse range of programs and services. Our values form the foundation of who we are and how we operate. At LSS, we prioritize a whole-person, family-centered approach to care within a continuum of services. If you are interested in helping Sioux Falls area youth reach their full potential, this is the position for you! C ome join our team of professionals who are dedicated to helping connect caring volunteers and kids! #YouareLSS HOURS: Primarily Monday through Friday, daytime hours. Evenings and weekends on occasion. SALARY : Dependent on experience and qualifications BENEFITS: LSS is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future. $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 RESPONSIBILITIES: The LSS Community Mentoring Program pairs volunteers with youth aged 7 to 14 to foster community connections and build trusting relationships. This role will act as the primary coordinator for the program. Key responsibilities include develop and implement volunteer recruitment strategies; organize and lead orientation and ongoing training for program volunteers and parents/students; supervise and support mentor matches and serve as a positive resource and reliable presence for volunteers, students and their families. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree preferred, plus one to two years experience in related human service field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong communication, organizational and event planning. Public speaking and excellent communication skills as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office required. Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency auto insurance requirements. Must successfully complete all agency background checks. Must be at least 18 years of age. LSS Expectations & Core Values At LSS , we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work: Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services. Appreciative – We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees. Respectful – We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues. Ethical – We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions. Strategic – We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs. LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Please note: As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire. Hiring bonus available to external candidates only. If you need accommodations filling out the application, please fill out the following form listing what accommodations are needed at LSS will address comments, questions or concerns.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred, plus one to two years experience in related human service field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong communication, organizational and event planning.
- Public speaking and excellent communication skills as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency auto insurance requirements.
- Must successfully complete all agency background checks.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Responsibilities
- develop and implement volunteer recruitment strategies
- organize and lead orientation and ongoing training for program volunteers and parents/students
- supervise and support mentor matches and serve as a positive resource and reliable presence for volunteers, students and their families
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
