Social Services Aide

the South Dakota State Government•Chamberlain, SD

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Division of Child Protection Services impacts children and families' lives every day by assessing safety, providing intervention, and securing stability for children. This position supports family services specialists and provides services in the homes of families receiving intervention services. The role involves transportation of parents and children and requires working with families who have experienced trauma. Duties are performed in various settings including offices, client homes, and courtrooms, and may involve high-level stress, emotional situations, and potential exposure to danger and diseases.

Requirements

Establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships
Demonstrate compassion, respect, courtesy, and tact when interacting with others
Utilize a computerized data and technology systems
Prepare clear and concise documentation, reports, and correspondence that reflect relevant facts
Actively listen, elicit needed information, and communicate information
Organize time and resources to complete assignments and meet schedules and deadlines
Operate a motor vehicle to transport children and family members
Make appropriate and timely decisions in stressful situations and maintain objectivity
Valid driver's license
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds in a safe manner
Must apply online
Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation
Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening
All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9
State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire