Bilingual Social Services Assistant for Refugee Care

2 weeks ago


Lansing, Michigan, United States Unavailable Full time
Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Social Services Assistant, with a preference for bilingual candidates.

This role involves providing transportation for youth across various locations, ensuring they have access to necessary services.

The position is integral to our refugee foster care initiative, with daily tasks including administrative duties, transporting youth to appointments, and providing interpretation support for bilingual staff.

Work Schedule: Day Shift - Monday to Friday with varied schedules communicated weekly.

Compensation: $16.75 per hour plus mileage reimbursement.

Unavailable is a Michigan-based organization focused on connecting individuals with families and communities, empowering them to achieve their fullest potential, and fostering transformative change. Our name reflects our mission and values, aligned with the services we provide.

Benefits Overview

Some of the benefits available include:

  • Full Time/Part Time opportunities
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective after 30 days of employment
  • Company-funded Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each employee)
  • Company-sponsored Short Term Disability for full-time employees
  • Retirement Plan (403b) with company matching
  • Generous Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals
  • Employee Discounts
  • Pre-Pay Options through UKG Wallet
  • And many additional benefits
Responsibilities

This role assists in delivering a range of culturally appropriate, bilingual, non-professional support services for children and families, aimed at achieving case-related objectives.

Key Duties Include:

  • Stay informed about and provide non-professional support services to clients under the guidance of social workers and supervisors, adhering to relevant regulations and standards.
  • Transport foster children to medical appointments and other necessary locations.
  • Supervise children during appointments at various sites.
  • Maintain a resource directory and familiarize oneself with local medical and educational facilities.
  • Document observations related to children and report findings to the responsible social worker.
  • Maintain detailed progress notes for assigned cases using computerized systems.
  • Gather necessary reports and information from other agencies as directed.
  • Assist social workers in case assessments and development of case plans.
  • Support licensing social workers with evaluations and training activities.
  • Handle inquiries related to post-foster care in line with agency policies.
Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Associate's degree in human services or a related field, or a high school diploma with 60 college credits or a combination of education and experience is required. A Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field is preferred.

Experience:

  • Preferred one year of experience in child welfare or refugee resettlement programs.

Additional Requirements:

  • A valid driver's license with a good driving record and reliable transportation is essential.
  • Extended hours may be necessary.

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