Career Opportunities

Lutheran Social Services of the Virgin Islands (LSSVI) is looking for the best and brightest that our Territory and the world around us has to offer.  We are seeking candidates with a passion for service and the skills necessary to help us fulfill our mission.  If you are interested in applying for a position with LSSVI, please send a detailed resume and completed application to:

Only suitable applicants will be acknowledged and/or invited to interview. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and national service alumni are encouraged to apply.Visit the AmeriCorps page for service opportunities.

Teacher – Early Head Start, St. Croix

Responsible for maintaining a safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate environment for infants and toddlers enrolled in the Early Head Start program. There are currently four (4) open positions.

Basic Qualifications:

• CDA Infant/Toddler Credential OR AA in Early Childhood Development or Education required
• Experience working with infants and toddlers
• Valid Virgin Islands Driver’s License

Floater/Teacher Assistant  – Early Head Start, St. Croix

Assume all the responsibilities of the Early Head Start Teacher, Bus Monitor, Custodian, Office Assistant and/or Cook as needed. Responsible for maintaining a safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate environment for infants and toddlers enrolled in the Early Head Start program.

Basic Qualifications:

• CDA (Infant/Toddler Credential OR AA in Early Childhood Development or Education required
• Valid Virgin Islands Driver’s License

Bus Monitor/Classroom Aide – Early Head Start, St. Croix

Responsible for providing transportation to and from Early Head Start centers for children and parents and maintaining the safety of all children on the bus during the bus route. Also assists classroom teachers in the care and education of children. There are currently two (2) open positions.

Basic Qualifications:

• CDA Infant/Toddler Credential OR AA in Early Childhood Development or Education required
• Valid Commercial or School Bus Driver’s License
• Three (3) years expereince driving in the VI
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Bus Driver/Classroom Aide – Early Head Start, St. Croix

Responsible for providing transportation to and from Early Head Start centers for children and parents and maintaining the safety of all children on the bus during the bus route. Also assists classroom teachers in the care and education of children.

Basic Qualifications:

• CDA Infant/Toddler Credential OR AA in Early Childhood Development or Education required
• Valid Commercial or School Bus Driver’s License
• Three (3) years expereince driving in the VI
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Home Visitor (Pregnant Woman Program) – Early Head Start, St. Croix

Responsible for visiting families in their homes to support, assist and educate them regarding how to provide a safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate environment for their child.

Basic Qualifications:

• CDA Infant/Toddler Credential OR AA in Early Childhood Development or Education required
• Valid Virgin Islands Driver’s License

Director – Early Head Start, St. Croix

The Director is responsible for the administration of the Early Head Start (EHS) program, including program design and management, oversight of record-keeping and monitoring systems and development of community partnerships. This individual is directly responsible for supervision and implementation of the policies and procedures of the education, parent involvement, nutrition, health, transportation and program governance components as specified in the Federal Performance Standards and any local or other required policies and procedures

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Welfare or related field. Master degree preferred.
• A minimum of five years professional leadership/management and supervisory experience.
• Experience working with infants and toddlers preferred.
• Valid Virgin Islands Driver’s License,

Replacement Worker – Ginger Thomas Residence, St. Croix

Responsible for assisting with the care of the adults with disabilities that reside at Ginger Thomas Residence.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. certificate.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in residential care or related field.

Nurse – Ginger Thomas Residence, St. Croix

Under the Supervision of the COO, the Nurse/Assistant Coordinator is responsible for promoting and restoring the residents’ health by collaborating with physicians and direct care workers; providing physical and psychological support to residents and supervising direct care workers.

Basic Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse Certification.
• Five Years minimum nursing experience.
• Valid Virgin Islands Driver’s License.

Replacement Worker – Queen Louise Home for Children, St. Croix

Responsible for assisting with the care of the children and residents that reside at Queen Louise Home for Children.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. certificate.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in residential care or related field.

Director, Human Resources – Main Offices, St. Croix

The Director of Human Resources/AmeriCorps is directly responsible for the overall administration, coordination, and evaluation of the Human Resources functions and guiding the Agency in its overall personnel policies.  This position also oversees the AmeriCorps/ Volunteer program.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years in Human Resources management and supervisory experience in public or private personnel management.

Director – Queen Louise Home for Children, St. Croix

The Director is responsible for creating an atmosphere that provides for continuity of quality care and quality of life for all clients living in the 24-hour living facilities including Sister Emma Cottage, and those attending the Early Head Start Program. This is accomplished by providing clear direction and expectations to all employees about the philosophy of the area in which they work and the agency at large.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Sociology, Social Work or Psychology.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in a residential or related facility preferred.
• Three (3) years management experience.

“NO PERSONS SHALL BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST FOR EMPLOYMENT OFFERED BY LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS ON ACCOUNT OF RACE, COLOR, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, DISABILITY OR AGE.”