Social Worker-Intern-Current Students

"Are you passionate about promoting safety, stability, and connection for children and youth in South Dakota?"

If so, this position might be a great fit for you! #YouareLSS

You Belong at Lutheran Social Services

We believe every child deserves to grow up in a safe, loving, and nurturing family. Our priority is to support and empower families, ensuring children find the permanency of a "forever family"-a place where they can heal, grow, and reach their full potential.

At LSS, we prioritize a whole-person, family-centered approach to care within a continuum of services.

To apply for this Internship, click the link LSS of South Dakota Careers

TITLE : (SW) Family Development Specialist- Intern

LOCATION : In person, Rapid City, SD Watertown, SD or Sioux Falls, SD

STATUS : Full-time or Part-time, depending on availability

HOURS : Monday through Friday 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm, occ / wkend depending on school schedule

SALARY : Hourly, can be Unpaid if School Internship Program requires it

BENEFITS : LSS is committed to supporting employees with benefits designed to promote work-life balance and long-term well-being.

• 401(k) 3% match-eligible for Interns
• Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

Who You Are

RESPONSIBILITIES :

QUALIFICATIONS :

Why LSS?

Join one of South Dakota's largest, most comprehensive nonprofit human-services organizations.

Be part of a mission driven by impact : last year LSS impacted tens of thousands of South Dakotans across a diverse range of services.

Grow professionally through meaningful work, mentorship, and a culture of support.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in youth / family services and why you believe you'd be a great fit for LSS.

To apply for this Internship, click the link LSS of South Dakota Careers

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.

Please note : As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

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.