Median Annual Wage: $29,790
Education: Bachelor's degree (27%); High school diploma or equivalent (22%); Master's degree (18%)
Projected Growth: Much faster than average (22% or higher)
Related Job Titles: Caseworker; Advocate; Human Services Program Specialist; Mental Health Technician; Outreach Specialist; Community Coordinator; Family Support Worker; Home based Assistant; Social Services Assistant; Social Work Associate
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Source: O*NET OnLine information for Social and Human Service Assistants.
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- 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.
- Advise clients regarding food stamps, child care, food, money management, sanitation, or housekeeping.
- Consult with supervisor concerning programs for individual families.
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Social and Human Service Assistants.
- Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.
- Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
- Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
- Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
- Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
- Persuasion - Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Social and Human Service Assistants.