Social Worker, Foster Care Licensing & Intake

This Social Worker, Foster Care Licensing & Intake position at Lutheran Social Service includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

This Social Work position at Lutheran Social Service is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in South Dakota.

South Dakota has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Case Management, Needs Assessment, Service Planning, Client Advocacy, Resource Coordination, Counseling, Foster Care Support, Family Visitation Support. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The role involves providing comprehensive case management services, including assessing client needs and developing individualized service plans to ensure the stability and well-being of children and families. Responsibilities also include coordinating community resources, offering basic counseling,...

Benefits package: $600 Hiring Bonus for External Candidates, PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours, 8 Paid Holidays, 401(k) with 3% Match, Four Wellmark BCBS Medical Plan Options with HSA & FSA Options, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Employer-Paid Life Insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.