Full Time Crisis Advocate

Children's Home Society of South Dakota • Sioux Falls, SD

10h • $20

About The Position

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Crisis Advocate to provide crisis intervention services to individuals and support various shelter activities. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Education, or Human Services preferred.
• Experience: Three years experience in human services preferred.
• Licensure: Valid driver’s license referred.

Nice To Haves

• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Responsibilities

• Crisis Intervention: Respond to crisis telephone calls, in-person crisis counseling sessions, and shelter intakes and departures.
• Respond to the needs of shelter clients.
• Assist in making CPS reports.
• Complete client follow-up call backs.
• Transport clients as necessary.
• Assist with case management duties as assigned.
• Outreach Services: Make appropriate referrals and coordinate services with other service providers.
• Provide Court Advocacy as assigned.
• Data Management: Complete necessary forms and documentation.
• Professional Development: Complete required annual training.
• Maintain required certifications and proficiencies.
• Attend assigned meetings.
• Shelter Activities: May coordinate and facilitate shelter and non-shelter programs as assigned.
• Assist in keeping the shelter clean and orderly.
• Care for and supervise children staying in shelter as assigned.
• Training: Assist with training needs of staff, interns and volunteers.
• Safety, Policies and Procedures: Ensure safety standards and infection control policies are followed.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: 4 day work week
• Comprehensive Benefits: Equal up to 30% of your salary . Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.
• Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Competitive Compensation: $20/hour (DOE) + up to $2/hour shift differential with yearly merit-based raises
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes a generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.
• Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and an up to an additional 5% profit sharing . Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED