Join a Mission-Driven Team

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota (LSS) is dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of communities across the state.

Our mission: Inspired by God's love, we care for, support, and strengthen individuals, families, and communities.

Each year, LSS impacts the lives of South Dakotans over 27,000 times through a diverse range of programs and services. #YouAreLSS

HOURS: Full-time, 30 hour week, Monday- Friday.

SALARY: $20.00 - $22.00. 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 LSS Better Together Program pairs volunteers with older adults aged 60+ to foster community connections and build trusting relationships. This role will act as the primary coordinator for the program. Key responsibilities include develop and implement volunteer and older adult recruitment strategies; organize and lead orientation and ongoing training for program volunteers and older adults; supervise and support matches and serve as a positive resource and reliable presence for volunteers and older adults.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree preferred, plus one to two years' experience in related human service field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Previous or current volunteer management or older adult programming is preferred.
Strong communication, organizational and event planning.
Public speaking and excellent communication skills as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency auto insurance requirements.
Must successfully complete all agency background checks. Must be at least 18 years of age.

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.

LSS of SD is a statewide, multi-service non-profit human ministry organization. Serving the state since 1920, LSS’s vision is that all people in South Dakota will be healthy, safe and accepted. At the heart of this vision is community collaboration, prevention and a continuum of 18 service lines dedicated to strengthening families and keeping children in their homes and communities. LSS believes, and studies show, that when individuals are part of a strong, stable family, whether that is a traditional family or more unstructured natural supports, they are more likely to be successful—and this is woven into their mission throughout each service line. Their wide range of services—including affordable and accessible mental health counseling, pregnancy counseling and adoption services, financial guidance, family stabilization programming, youth mentoring, residential services for children and youth, and alternatives to juvenile detention—enable a holistic approach to care and collaboration among service lines to best meet needs tailored to each individual, family and community. We proudly serve people of all ages, faiths, races, and economic statuses, offering professional, confidential, and affordable services. LSS is active in various cohorts at both regional and national levels, staying at the cutting edge of best practices and innovative approaches in human services. Our services are licensed by the State of South Dakota and accredited by the Council on Accreditation, ensuring the highest standards of quality and accountability in all that we do.

Better Together Coordinator

Better Together Coordinator

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