Residential Counselor/Worker, Summit Oaks Center - LSS of South Dakota

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. #YouareLSS

HOURS:

• Full-time; evening and overnight hours
• Part-time; morning, evening and overnight hours

BENEFITS:

• Up to $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
• Additional pay for Licensed Social Workers and Licensed Professional Counselors
• On-site training to include CEUs

SALARY: Start wage $18 to $20 per hour; dependent on education and experience  

RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide residential care to youth ages 10 to 17 that have a variety of mental health, behavioral, substance abuse and legal issues. Works as part of an interdisciplinary team, conduct groups, supervise youth in community settings, and provide a positive and healthy environment through role modeling.

QUALIFICATIONS: For the Residential Counselor position, a Bachelor’s degree in behavioral or social science field is preferred; or post-secondary education and a minimum of one year of experience working with children; or equivalent combination of education and experience. For the Residential Worker position, a high school diploma or GED is preferred, as is experience working with youth.

Must be at least 21 years old and able to complete orientation training according to agency program standards. 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. Requires a 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. $300 for part-time; $600 for full-time.

SERVICE: Summit Oaks Center, Residential Services for Children & Youth