Full Time Crisis Advocate
Children's Home Society of South Dakota·Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Children's Home Society of South Dakota·Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Provide crisis intervention services, including telephone and in-person counseling, shelter intakes, and case management. Coordinate outreach services, provide court advocacy, and maintain shelter safety and cleanliness.
Description Work For Good! Wage: $20/hour (DOE) + up to $2/hour shift differential
Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Crisis Advocate to provide crisis intervention services to individuals and support various shelter activities. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.
of Employment at CHS: Work-Life Balance: 4 day work week Comprehensive Benefits: Equal up to 30% of your salary. Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans. Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees. Competitive Compensation: $20/hour (DOE) + up to $2/hour shift differential with yearly merit-based raises Generous Paid Time Off: Includes a generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community. Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and an up to an additional 5% profit sharing. Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service. Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees. What You Will Do: Crisis Intervention: Respond to crisis telephone calls, in-person crisis counseling sessions, and shelter intakes and departures. Respond to the needs of shelter clients. Assist in making CPS reports. Complete client follow-up call backs. Transport clients as necessary. Assist with case management duties as assigned. Outreach Services: Make appropriate referrals and coordinate services with other service providers. Provide Court Advocacy as assigned. Data Management: Complete necessary forms and documentation. Professional Development: Complete required annual training. Maintain required certifications and proficiencies. Attend assigned meetings. Shelter Activities: May coordinate and facilitate shelter and non-shelter programs as assigned. Assist in keeping the shelter clean and orderly. Care for and supervise children staying in shelter as assigned.
Education: High School Diploma/GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Education, or Human Services preferred.
Three years experience in human services preferred.
Valid driver’s license referred.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in South Dakota are often driven by demand in community care, hospice, and related support services. These roles can be competitive because employers may look for an MSW for dialysis services or a BSW/related degree plus specific experience for hospice, with bilingual skills and community social services or end-of-life care experience often preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, since they are pulled from the original job description and can save research time; if you apply, tailor your resume to the exact setting and highlight any bilingual or direct-care experience.
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