1 Social Worker, Kinship Locator Job in Sioux Falls, SD
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Social Worker, Kinship Locator
$53k-66k (estimate)
Full Time
3 Weeks Ago
LSS of South Dakota is Hiring a Social Worker, Kinship Locator Near Sioux Falls, SD
Are you passionate about helping children and youth in out of home placement connect with family members? If so, this position might be a great fit for you! #YouareLSS POSITION LOCATION: This position can be located in Mitchell, Sioux Falls, Vermillion, or Yankton.
HOURS: Full time, 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday with occasional evening/weekend hours.
Benefits
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Kinship Locator works with a child’s team to identify, locate, and engage relatives for children in South Dakota DSS/CPS custody. In this position, you will connect with the child, biological parents, DSS/CPS staff, ICWA, and other team members to identify potential placement options or family connections that best meet the child’s needs. You will use various search tools and resources to locate and connect with relative resources. The Kinship Locator is a valuable member of the LSS Kinship Team and works collaboratively with South Dakota DSS/CPS.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in social work or in a related field preferred plus one to two years related experience. Licensed as a Social Worker or Social Work Associate (or the ability to be licensed) through the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners. Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must successfully complete all agency background checks. Requires valid driver’s license and ability to obtain approved driver status.
RESPOND BY: open until filled
An Equal Opportunity Employer
HOURS: Full time, 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday with occasional evening/weekend hours.
Benefits
- $600 hiring bonus*
- 401K Match
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans with HSA & FSA options
- $20,000 company paid basic term life insurance
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Assistance Program
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Kinship Locator works with a child’s team to identify, locate, and engage relatives for children in South Dakota DSS/CPS custody. In this position, you will connect with the child, biological parents, DSS/CPS staff, ICWA, and other team members to identify potential placement options or family connections that best meet the child’s needs. You will use various search tools and resources to locate and connect with relative resources. The Kinship Locator is a valuable member of the LSS Kinship Team and works collaboratively with South Dakota DSS/CPS.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in social work or in a related field preferred plus one to two years related experience. Licensed as a Social Worker or Social Work Associate (or the ability to be licensed) through the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners. Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must successfully complete all agency background checks. Requires valid driver’s license and ability to obtain approved driver status.
RESPOND BY: open until filled
An Equal Opportunity Employer
- Hiring bonus available to external candidates only.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$53k-66k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/31/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/24/2024
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