Residential Counselor/Worker, Arise Youth Center - LSS of South Dakota

LSS Arise Youth Center 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 juvenile justice and social services field this is a great position for you. #YouareLSS

HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours per week. Day, afternoon, evening, and 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 

SALARY: Dependent on experience and qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide supervision and support for youth in shelter care and reception center. 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.

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.

SERVICE: Arise Youth Center, Alternatives to Detention