Community Resource Person

Lutheran Social Service • Rapid City, SD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

LSS Community Resource Program is seeking a dedicated person to support South Dakota Department of Social Services (DSS) youth in foster care as they transition to independent adulthood. This position may be eligible for a $600 Sign on Bonus.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, plus one to two years related experience is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must successfully complete all agency background checks.
• Requires active auto-insurance, a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one with approved driver status.
• Candidates must possess or be eligible to obtain licensure as a Social Worker or Social Work Associate through the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners, within 6 months of employment. Obtaining and maintaining licensure is a requirement of this position.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Social Work Associate through the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess individual needs and provide comprehensive case management, life skills training, and direct support with housing, employment, education, and healthcare.
• Act as a central liaison, collaborating 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.
• Coordinate impactful regional events including biannual independent living workshops and the annual teen conference in Rapid City to educate youth and equip foster parents with vital resources.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level