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Ascension

Social Worker

Flint, MI · On-site

$54K/yr

Social Service PACE Schedule: Day | Full-time Salary range: $54,860.00 - $80,232.75 per year Life ... associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000 ...

City of Detroit

Social Worker

Detroit, MI · On-site

$57K/yr

... client associates, community organizations, human services agencies, and citizens. Skill in ... Ability to diagnose social cases. Ability to plan and execute treatment and secure client ...

City of Detroit, MI

Social Worker

Detroit, MI · On-site

$57K/yr

Conducts social work, study and treatment of individual cases of social malfunction, maladaptive ... client associates, community organizations, human services agencies, and citizens. * Skill in ...

University Bank

Customer Service Associate

Hancock, MI · On-site

$12.25 - $17/hr

Description General Job Summary The Customer Service Associate (CSA) is responsible for taking ... Verify mailing address, social security numbers, and phone numbers. * Assist customers with website ...

University Bank

Customer Service Associate

Hancock, MI · On-site

$12.25 - $17/hr

General Job Summary The Customer Service Associate (CSA) is responsible for taking incoming calls ... Verify mailing address, social security numbers, and phone numbers. * Assist customers with website ...

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What is the difference between Social Service Associate vs Case Manager?

AspectSocial Service AssociateCase Manager
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require a bachelor's degreeBachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field often preferred
Work EnvironmentCommunity agencies, hospitals, schools, social service officesSimilar settings, often with more direct client management responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, government agencies, healthcare providersHealthcare, social services, government agencies
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level roles in social servicesMore focused on ongoing client case management

While both roles work within social services and may share similar environments, a Social Service Associate typically performs supportive tasks under supervision, whereas a Case Manager handles comprehensive client assessments and ongoing case planning. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in scope and responsibility.

What does a social service associate do?

A social service associate helps clients access community resources, provides support for social and emotional needs, and assists with case management tasks. They often work in social service agencies, hospitals, or government offices, using communication and organizational skills to support vulnerable populations.

What are the most commonly searched types of Social Service jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Social Service jobs in Michigan are:

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Social Service Associate jobs?

Cities in Michigan with the most Social Service Associate job openings:

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Social Services Assistant

Rivergate Health Care Center

Riverview, MI

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Live the Mission

This position requires the applicant to have at least a BSW.

Position Summary

The Social Services Assistant provides assistance to the Social Services department to ensure all medically related emotional and social needs of patients are met in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Prior health care experience preferred
Specific Job Requirements
  • Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
  • Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
  • Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
  • Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
  • Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
  • Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
  • Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
  • Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions
  • Assist with the social services program to meet the medically related social and emotional needs of patients as well as Federal, State, corporate, and division guidelines
  • Document appropriately and timely, according to State law
  • Assist social worker(s) in supporting patients and families through education, financial planning assistance, liaison with community agencies, etc.
  • Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
  • Assist in the evacuation of patients
  • Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
  • Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
  • Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
  • Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
  • Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

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