Intern Residential Counselor/Worker, Summit Oaks Center
Lutheran Social Service•Sioux Falls, SD
•$18 - $20
About The Position
LSS Summit Oaks seeks a passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team and make a significant impact in the lives of teens and their families. If you are interested in enhancing your education in the mental health or social services field this is a great position for you. #You are LSS
Requirements
- Currently enrolled a college program requiring an internship.
- The residential counselor position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral or social science field OR 48 credit hours of post-secondary education and a minimum of 1-year experience working with children: or equivalent combination of education and experience. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- The residential worker position requires a high school diploma or GED required.
- Must be at least 21 years old and able to complete orientation training according to agency program standards.
- Requires active auto-insurance, a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one with approved driver status.
- Must successfully complete all agency background checks, which include checks for criminal convictions, behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.
Nice To Haves
- A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide residential care to youth ages 10 to 17 that have a variety of mental health, behavioral, substance abuse and legal issues.
- Works as part of an interdisciplinary team, conduct groups, supervise youth in community settings, and provide a positive and healthy environment through role modeling.
Benefits
- 401(k) 3% match
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Assistance Program
- $300 part-time hiring bonus external candidates only
- $600 hiring bonus external candidates only
- PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours for benefit-eligible employees
- 8 Paid Holidays
- 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
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
