Human and Social Service Assistant

The Human and Social Service Assistant needed for our government client in Towson, MD.  The Human and Social Service Assistant will provide case management services to residents needing financial assistance with economic services.  Three to six month contract position with possible extension.  The non-negotiable pay rate is $17.00 per hour.   

Essential Duties:

• Interviews children and families; identifies, assesses, and evaluates
  strengths and needs, family functioning, and receptiveness to services.
• Explains program policies and procedures to clients.
  
• Assists clients and others in obtaining supportive information as required and contacts other agencies to verify information.
  
• Assists in placing clients into other programs.
  
• Computes dollar amounts of grants for clients based on established guidelines.
  
• Initiates procedures to grant, modify, deny or terminate clients' participation in program.
  
• Regularly reviews clients' activities with professionals in program.
• Maintains case records, case plans, and other required documentation in
  accordance with COMAR and local program policies and guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Must have at least one year of case management experience supporting youth and/or adults.
  
• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Counseling, or Public Health Administration is required. 
• Must have proficient Microsoft Word and Excel skills along with a Typing speed of at least 40 wpm.
  
• Must be able to work from 8:00 am-4:30 pm Monday through Friday with a 30 minute non paid lunch on site.
  
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.