Job ID: 31963

Agency: Department of Human Services

Location:Rapid City, SD

Salary: $19.97-$23.49 Hourly, depending on qualifications

Pay Grade: F

Closing Date: 7/23/25

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Human Services Division of Rehabilitation Services. For more information on the Department of Human Services Division of Rehabilitation Services, please visit https://dhs.sd.gov/en/rehabilitation-services .

About DHS

The South Dakota Department of Human Services encompasses a broad field dedicated to offering services that support older adults and individuals with disabilities. Our programs promote independence and inclusion through person-centered services. DHS comes together with the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

DHS strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

Our Benefits Include

• 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
• 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
• Flexible Benefits – Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
• Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
• 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
• Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Continued Education/Training Opportunities
  
  

Click to view additional benefits information: https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/index.html .

Job Summary

The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Aide is a key position in the operations of the Rapid City Vocational Rehabilitation District. This position works with individuals with disabilities who need assistance in obtaining or maintaining employment. Vocational Rehabilitation is a successful State and Federal funded program in assisting individuals with disabilities to obtain employment and being self-supporting. The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Aide will assist individuals with disabilities in applying for Vocational Rehabilitation Services. The Rehabilitation Counselor Aide also provides support services for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors in assisting them with the individuals applying or receiving services. This position is typically 8 hours a day, Monday thru Friday. Some travel will be required to deliver services in an assigned territory.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

The ideal candidate will have great customer service skills, able to multitask, and work with a variety of people.

Knowledge Of

• programs and services offered and principals and practices;
• medical and psychological terminology and information;
• community and governmental agencies' resources;
• disability resources and the medical aspects of disabilities;
• computer applications such as Word and Internet Explorer; and,
• basic office procedures.
  
  

Ability To

• network with community resources as a liaison person;
• obtain and maintain informational resources for individuals with disabilities;
• provide ongoing support and assistance to vocational rehabilitation counselors;
• prepare applications and other program documents and forms;
• word process and complete forms accurately;
• read and comprehend materials;
• operate a variety of office equipment;
• communicate effectively;
• work effectively with a team;
• provide professional customer service to agencies, applicants, clients and their families.
• understand and work effectively with individuals who have different abilities;
• maintain and update case filing, inventory, mailing and database systems when needed;
• accurately process payments; and
• use a computer case management system.
  
  

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=22W

You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources

Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us

http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"