Group Coordinator-Arise Youth Center

Lutheran Social Service • Sioux Falls, SD

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About The Position

LSS Alternatives to Detention seeks a Group Coordinator to provide leadership for all aspects of the Evening Reporting Center at the Arise Youth Center. The role coordinates with community partners, youth, and families to enhance participants’ community living skills. The coordinator also supports youth in the Evening Reporting Center, shelter care, and reception center programs, providing guidance under the direction of the Program Director.

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, with a flexible schedule that includes days, evenings, and weekends based on program needs. Salary depends on experience and qualifications. A $600 sign-on bonus is available to external candidates only. Applicants must complete a prescreen questionnaire as part of the hiring process.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 21 years old and willing to complete agency background checks.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license or obtain one with approved driver status.
• Successfully complete required agency background checks, including checks for criminal convictions involving behavior harmful toward children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree and one to two years of experience in a related human service field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience working with youth.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, guidance, and support to youth in the Evening Reporting Center, shelter care, and reception center programs.
• Facilitate group sessions and develop individualized and group activities that promote personal growth.
• Provide guidance under the direction of the Program Director.
• Coordinate client referrals, schedule and complete intakes, and maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Communicate with families, community partners, court officials, and law enforcement as needed.
• Prepare court updates, track program outcomes, and assist with reporting requirements.
• Coordinate transportation, meal preparation, and daily program activities.
• Ensure a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for youth.

Benefits

• $600 hiring bonus for external candidates only.
• Up to 24 hours of frontloaded PTO for benefit-eligible employees.
• Eight paid holidays.
• 401(k) with 3% match.
• Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options, with HSA and FSA options.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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