Kinship Specialist-Foster Care
Listed on 2026-07-20
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Social Work
Community Health, Child Development/Support, Youth Development, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Kinship Locator
Are you passionate about helping children and youth connect with family members? If so, this position might be a great fit for you! We believe every child deserves to grow up in a safe, loving, and nurturing family. Our priority is to support and empower adoptive families, ensuring children find the permanency of a forever family—a place where they can heal, grow, and reach their full potential.
We are hiring in multiple South Dakota communities. Onsite/In-Office Positions Available In:
Aberdeen, Rapid City, and Sioux Falls. Travel is required. Mileage reimbursement. Remote/Community-Based Positions Available in Rural Areas Including:
Chamberlain, Lake Andes, Martin, Pierre, Rosebud, White River, and Winner. Travel is required. Mileage reimbursement.
HOURS:
Full-time, 40 hours, Monday-Friday; occasional evenings and weekends, as needed.
SALARY:
Dependent on experience and qualifications.
BENEFITS: LSS is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future. $600 hiring bonus
* external candidates only PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours for benefit-eligible employees 8 Paid Holidays 401(k) 3% match Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options, with HSA & FSA options Dental and Vision plans Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Kinship Locator works with a child's team to identify, locate, and engage relatives for children in South Dakota DSS/CPS custody. In this position, you will connect with the child, biological parents, DSS/CPS staff, ICWA, and other team members to identify potential placement options or family connections that best meet the child's needs. You will use various search tools and resources to locate and connect with relative resources.
The Kinship Locator is a valuable member of the LSS Kinship Team and works collaboratively with South Dakota DSS/CPS.
Required Education, License/Certification, or
Work Experience:
Bachelor's degree in social work or related field, plus one to two years related experience is required. Must be at least 21 years of age, is required. Must successfully complete all agency background checks, is required. Requires active auto-insurance, a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one with approved driver status.
To apply for this position, visit our website LSS of South Dakota Careers (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). External Candidates only eligible for sign on bonus
* LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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