Social and Human Service Assistants

Keep records or prepare reports for owner or management concerning visits with clients.

Provide information or refer individuals to public or private agencies or community services for assistance.

Visit individuals in homes or attend group meetings to provide information on agency services, requirements, or procedures.

Interview individuals or family members to compile information on social, educational, criminal, institutional, or drug history.

Submit reports and review reports or problems with superior.

Oversee day-to-day group activities of residents in institution.

Assist in locating housing for displaced individuals.

Advise clients regarding food stamps, child care, food, money management, sanitation, or housekeeping.

Consult with supervisor concerning programs for individual families.

Transport and accompany clients to shopping areas or to appointments, using automobile.

Explain rules established by owner or management, such as sanitation or maintenance requirements or parking regulations.

Demonstrate use and care of equipment for tenant use.

Assist clients with preparation of forms, such as tax or rent forms.

Observe and discuss meal preparation and suggest alternate methods of food preparation.

Meet with youth groups to acquaint them with consequences of delinquent acts.

Assist in planning food budgets, using charts or sample budgets.

Observe clients' food selections and recommend alternate economical and nutritional food choices.

Inform tenants of facilities, such as laundries or playgrounds.

Develop and implement behavioral management and care plans for clients.

Assess clients' cognitive abilities, and physical and emotional needs to determine appropriate interventions.