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Mitchell, VA - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job ID: 31261
Agency: Department of Social Services Division of Child Protection Services
Location: Mitchell
Salary: $20.58 Hourly depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: F
Closing Date: 5/20/25

This is a FullTime position with the Department of Social Services. For more information on the Department of Social Services please visit .

Protecting Families.... Preserving Futures.
The Division of Child Protection Services impacts children and families lives every day by assessing safety providing intervention and securing stability for children. If you are committed to helping children and families; have excellent customer service communication and problemsolving skills; and are dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for children and families this may be an opportunity for you to make a difference in a childs life.

Duties include the transportation of parents and children; supervise family visits and provide parental coaching on appropriate child interactions support services to Family Services Specialist; and provision of services in the homes of families receiving intervention services.

This position requires employees to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings nights holidays and weekend hours. In addition there will be responsibilities to travel in and possibly out of state. This position will also require the successful candidate to possess a valid drivers license or the ability to obtain a valid drivers license.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
  • childcare practices in relation to a safe healthy and supportive environment that enhances child growth and development (preferred but not required);
  • theories and concepts related to culture child development family connections and family dynamics and their influence on child and parental relationships and behavior;
  • establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships and demonstrate compassion respect courtesy and tact when interacting with others;
  • utilize a computerized data system;
  • prepare clear and concise documentation reports and correspondence that reflect relevant facts;
  • actively listen elicit needed information and communicate information effectively and accurately;
  • follow instructions;
  • organize time and resources to complete assignments and meet schedules and deadlines;
  • operate a motor vehicle to transport children and family members;
  • make appropriate and timely decisions in stressful situations and maintain objectivity.

This position is eligible for Veterans Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using EVerify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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