What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Staff, New Alternatives 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.
LSS Independent Living Services seeks an individual to join our team who wants to make a difference. Would you like to support and encourage young adults as they work toward their independent living goals? If so, this would be a great position for you.
HOURS: Full-time or part time positions available. Typical hours are day, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours.
BENEFITS:
- $600 hiring bonus for full-time
- $300 hiring bonus for part-time
- 401K Match
- Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options, including a comprehensive $1 monthly premium for a $5,000 coinsurance plan (full-time, single coverage)
- Dental and vision plans with HSA & FSA options
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Assistance Program
SALARY: Dependent on experience and qualifications
RESPONSIBILITIES: A successful candidate will provide exceptional support to young adults with serious mental health needs. This role will teach clients (ages 18-21) life skills that will help them live in the community. In this position you will assist clients with moving in and out of apartments as needed. You will also teach clients daily living skills and transport clients to work or appointments in the community as needed. A qualified applicant will provide direct client care, maintain/model appropriate boundaries, and teach applicable coping and problem-solving skills. Complete reports and documentation as necessary. Additionally, you will be trained as a medication aide and will be responsible for clients’ daily medication administration.
QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or GED preferred. Experience working with youth preferred. Applicant must be 21 years of age, be able to complete orientation training according to agency program standards, and pass required background checks. Requires valid driver’s license and ability to obtain approved driver status.
Location: New Alternatives, Independent Living Services
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 : $5,000
