Bilingual Housing & Social Services Advocate

Paycom; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Medical Services in Georgia is seeking a paraprofessional social services specialist to conduct client intakes, help plan treatment, and provide crisis intervention under supervision.

You will connect families to community resources, interpret materials when needed, advocate for children with special needs, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with CMS staff and partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years experience in homeless or residential services preferred.
• Certified Peer Specialists encouraged to apply.
• Must have access to a personal vehicle and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient/client/consumer intakes and participate in treatment planning.
• Provide crisis intervention and short-term case management.
• Connect families to community resources (legal, medical, financial assistance) and assist with referrals.
• Provide translation/interpreting of forms, notices, and communications as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate charting; liaise with CMS staff and partner agencies.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Bilingual interpretation

Intake interviewing

Interagency collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Children's Medical Services in Georgia is seeking a paraprofessional social services specialist to conduct client intakes, help plan treatment, and provide crisis intervention under supervision.

You will connect families to community resources, interpret materials when needed, advocate for children with special needs, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with CMS staff and partner agencies.