Residential Counselor/Worker, Summit Oaks Center

Lutheran Social Service • Sioux Falls, SD

1d • $18 - $20

About The Position

Join a Mission-Driven Team "Are you passionate about promoting safety, stability, and connection for children and youth in South Dakota?" If so, this position might be a great fit for you! 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 Belong at Lutheran Social Services #YouareLSS

Requirements

• Residential Worker: Must have a High School Diploma, or GED. Experience working with children. Possess an equivalent combination of education and experience. Be 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. Must successfully complete all agency background checks, which include checks to detect criminal convictions of behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.
• Residential Counselor: Hold a bachelor’s degree in behavioral or social sciences (preferred), OR Have completed at least 60 semester credits and have one year of experience working with children, OR Possess an equivalent combination of education and experience. Be 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. Must successfully complete all agency background checks, which include checks to detect criminal convictions of behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.

Nice To Haves

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in behavioral or social sciences (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide residential care to youth ages 10yr to 17yr who have a variety of mental health, behavioral, substance abuse, and legal issues.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team, conduct groups, supervise youth in community settings, and provide a positive and healthy environment through role modeling.
• Ensure child protection policies are followed.
• Safeguard residents and staff through appropriate physical intervention if necessary.
• Transport residents and uphold health and safety regulations.

Benefits

• LSS is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
• Part-time Positions: Up to $300 hiring bonus external candidates 401(K) 3% Match Employee Recognition Employee Assistance Program Additional pay for Licensed Social Workers and Licensed Professional Counselors On-site training to include CEUs
• Full-time Positions: $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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees