Kinship Specialist-Foster Care

LSS of South Dakota • Rapid City, SD

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About The Position

The Kinship Specialist works with a child’s team to identify, locate, and engage relatives for children in South Dakota DSS/CPS custody. The specialist connects with children, biological parents, DSS/CPS staff, ICWA, and other team members to identify potential placement options or family connections that best meet each child’s needs. The role uses various search tools and resources to locate and connect with relatives, and collaborates with the LSS Kinship Team and South Dakota DSS/CPS.

Positions are available in South Dakota communities. Some are onsite/in-office in Aberdeen, Rapid City, and Sioux Falls; others are remote/community-based in rural areas. Travel is required, with mileage reimbursement. The schedule is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends as needed. The position is non-exempt, and salary depends on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field.
• One to two years of related experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must successfully complete all agency background checks.
• Must have active auto insurance and a valid driver’s license, or be able to obtain one with approved driver status.
• Travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Work with a child’s team to identify, locate, and engage relatives for children in South Dakota DSS/CPS custody.
• Connect with children, biological parents, DSS/CPS staff, ICWA, and other team members to identify placement options or family connections that best meet the child’s needs.
• Use search tools and resources to locate and connect with relatives.
• Collaborate with the LSS Kinship Team and South Dakota DSS/CPS.

Benefits

• $600 hiring bonus for external candidates only.
• PTO time frontload of up to 24 hours for benefit-eligible employees.
• Eight paid holidays.
• 401(k) with a 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.
• Mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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