Bilingual Community Social Services Assistant

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation; Berney Points (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation is hiring a Social Services Assistant to support social workers and mental health professionals in delivering community services. You will help identify needs, assist with applying for benefits, and maintain client records in a fast-paced clinic setting in Birmingham, AL.

The role emphasizes empathy, organization, and strong communication to connect patients with appropriate programs and resources. Training and a collaborative team environment offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Knowledge about social services areas such as marriage, speech, sociology, personal health, human biology or casework methods.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to help with daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Keep accurate, updated, and organized records after every patient visit.
• Answer questions about benefits or refer to the correct organization.
• Discuss available benefits (child care, food stamps, housekeeping, sanitation, money management).
• Review and submit reports requested by the Social Services Coordinator or Case Managers.
• Interview family members or individuals to gather a complete family history to determine needed services.
• Assist with sliding fee applications and patient assistant applications.
• Assist with clerical tasks as requested.
• Complete transportation and home visits as requested.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance in the office.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation is hiring a Social Services Assistant to support social workers and mental health professionals in delivering community services. You will help identify needs, assist with applying for benefits, and maintain client records in a fast-paced clinic setting in Birmingham, AL.

The role emphasizes empathy, organization, and strong communication to connect patients with appropriate programs and resources. Training and a collaborative team environment offered.