What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Support, Center for Children & Youth position at Lutheran Social Service?
Join a Mission-Driven Team
Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota (LSS) is dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of communities across the state. Our mission: Inspired by God's love, we care for, support, and strengthen individuals, families, and communities. Each year, LSS impacts the lives of South Dakotans over 27,000 times through a diverse range of programs and services. As one of South Dakota’s largest private nonprofit human service agencies, LSS serves individuals of all ages, faiths, races, and economic backgrounds with professional, confidential, and affordable services.
Our values form the foundation of who we are and how we operate. At LSS, we prioritize a whole-person, family-centered approach to care within a continuum of services.
đź’° $600 Sign-On Bonus Available!
Are you an energetic, self-motivated problem solver who enjoys putting a SMILE on people’s faces? Then this is the position for you!
HOURS:Â Full-time, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday (no weekends).
BENEFITS:
- 401K Match Â
- Paid Time Off & HolidaysÂ
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans with HSA & FSA optionsÂ
- $20,000 company paid basic term life insuranceÂ
- Employee RecognitionÂ
- Employee Assistance ProgramÂ
SALARY: Dependent on experience and qualificationsÂ
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Administrative Support position requires organizational, clerical, and people skills. Be a liaison of communication between internal and external parties through greeting clients, answering phone calls, and solving routine concerns and/or needs. Assist with new hire paperwork, background checks, fingerprints, and communicate general and critically time sensitive information to clients and staff. Responsible for maintaining client files and program records with high regard for accuracy and attention to detail while upholding confidentiality. Provide support to other departments, anticipate the needs of staff, and have the ability to work independently as well as in a team.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or GED.
- Willingness to submit to record checks to detect criminal convictions of behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, distributing drugs or sex crimes.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency auto insurance requirements.
- Experience with computers and programs preferred varies from a minimum of one to two years to more according to the complexity of tasks.
*Hiring bonus available to external candidates only.Â
SERVICE:Â Summit Oaks Center, Residential Services for Children & Youth
LSS Expectations & Core Values
At LSS, we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work:
✔ Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services.
✔ Appreciative – We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees.
✔ Respectful – We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues.
✔ Ethical – We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions.
✔ Strategic – We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs.
LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Salary : $20,000
