Part-Time Residential Workers or Counselor, Arise Youth Center

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. 

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We are looking for either a Residential Worker or a Residential Counselor, see below for requirement.

HOURS: Part-time, Day, Afternoon, Evening, Overnight shifts available.

SALARY: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour. Dependent on experience and qualifications.

LOCATION: Rapid City, SD 

BENEFITS:

• 401(K) 3% Match  
• Employee Recognition 
• Employee Assistance Program 

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. 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. 

QUALIFICATIONS Residential Worker: 

• Must have a High School Diploma, or GED.
• Experience working with youth preferred.
• Possess an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Be at least 21 years old and willing to complete agency background checks.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license or obtain one with approved driver status.

OR

QUALIFICATIONS Residential Counselor:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in behavioral or social sciences (preferred), OR
• Have post at least 48 credits and have one year of experience working with children, OR
• Possess an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Be at least 21 years old and willing to complete agency background checks.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license or obtain one with approved driver status.

 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.

Please note: As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire.

*Hiring bonus available to external candidates only.

If you need accommodations filling out the application, please fill out the following form listing what accommodations are needed at LSS will address comments, questions or concerns.

SERVICE: Arise Youth Center, Alternatives to Detention