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Direct Support Staff, Part-time LSS New Alternatives

Lutheran Social Service
Rapid, SD Part Time
POSTED ON 2/12/2026 CLOSED ON 3/19/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Staff, Part-time LSS New Alternatives position at Lutheran Social Service?

Join A Mission-Driven Team

Earn extra cash! We’re hiring for all shifts—perfect for college students, busy professionals, or anyone looking to earn extra income without sacrificing their daytime priorities. Get hands-on experience in a meaningful role.

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.

This position may be eligible for a $300 💰 Sign on Bonus


HOURS: Part-time, 5-29 hours, Flexible schedule, all shifts available day, afternoon, evening and weekend hours. 

SALARY: $16-$17 per hour. Dependent on experience and qualifications. 

Highlights:

  • Opportunity to change lives of adolescents becoming young adults.
  • Flexible work schedule.
  • Part-time employees enjoy a 401(K) match of up to 3%.

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: 

  • Must have a High School Diploma, or GED required.
  • Bachelor's or some secondary education preferred.
  • Experience working with youth and teens, preferred.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Willingness to submit to record checks to detect criminal convictions of behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, distributing drugs or sex crimes. 
  • Requires a valid driver’s license/auto-insurance or the ability to 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. Sign on Bonus after 60days.

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.


Salary : $16 - $17

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