Alabaster, AL30+ days ago
Key Responsibilities: Keep accurate, updated, and organized records after every patient visit to ensure that there are no undocumented breaks between treatments or visits Answer questions about benefits available to individuals or refer them to the correct organization to get help Discuss benefits like child care, food stamps, housekeeping, sanitation, and money management to determine needs versus wants Review and submit reports requested by the Social Services Coordinator or Case Managers Interview family members or individuals to obtain a complete family history to more closely determine which services are appropriate and needed Assist with sliding fee applications Assist with patient assistant applications Assist with clerical needs, as requested. Purpose: As a social services assistant, you provide vital support to social workers and other mental health professionals in offering services to the community that they desperately need.