Social Services Aide

Chamberlain, SD | Social Services | Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly

21.14 - 21.14 US per hour

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Job
Agency:
Department of Social Services / Child Protection Services

Location:

Chamberlain, SDSalary:$21.14 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: F
Closing Date: 10.30.2026

This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Social Services. For more information on DSS, please visit https://dss.sd.gov .

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 problem solving 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 child’s life.

Duties include the transportation of parents and children; support services to family services specialists; and provision of services in the homes of families receiving intervention services.

Duties are performed in a variety of settings ranging from departmental offices to client homes to courtrooms. An applicant may encounter high-level stress and emotional situations, strong differences of opinion, and exposure to physical danger and contagious diseases. This position works with families who have been traumatized by sexual abuse, neglect, physical abuse, and/or emotional maltreatment. This position requires lifting up to 30 pounds in a safe manner.

Applicants may be required to work a flexible schedule which may include evening, night, holiday, and weekend hours. Considerable field travel may be required to include overnight travel. This position requires a valid driver's license.

• childcare practices in relation to a safe, healthy, and supportive environment that enhances child growth and development (preferred but not required);
• establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships and demonstrate compassion, respect, courtesy, and tact when interacting with others;
• utilize a computerized data and technology systems;
• prepare clear and concise documentation, reports, and correspondence that reflect relevant facts;
• actively listen, elicit needed information, and communicate information;
• 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.

If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, for more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

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 I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

• $0 premium employee health insurance option
• eleven paid holidays
• generous vacation and sick leave accrual
• dental
• vision
• other insurance options
• retirement benefits

You can view our benefits information here.

This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.