Job detail
Residential Counselor/Worker, Summit Oaks Center
Lutheran Social Service
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/3/2026
Location
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Salary
$18 - $20 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
Provide residential care to youth ages 10 to 17 with various mental health, behavioral, substance abuse, and legal issues. Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to conduct groups and supervise youth in community settings.
Requirements summary
A bachelor’s degree in a behavioral or social science field is preferred for the residential counselor position, while a high school diploma or ged is required for the residential worker position. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and complete orientation training according to agency standards.
high schoolbachelor degreeTeam CollaborationCommunity EngagementBehavioral SupportRole ModelingYouth SupervisionMental Health SupportResidential CareSubstance Abuse Awareness
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Career Development Opportunities
- Medical Plan Options
- Employee Recognition
- On-site Training
- Dental and Vision Plans
- Hiring Bonus
- PTO Time Frontload
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
- 401(K) Match
- Additional Pay for Licensed Social Workers