Social and Human Service Assistants

Social and human service assistants help clients get social services.

Social and human service assistants work in a variety of places, including social service agencies, schools, and community assistance programs. Many social service assistants work in residential care homes for the elderly.

Social and Human Service Assistants are in the Human Services career cluster and the Family and Community Services pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:	Below the statewide median $13.95 / hour Read more about wages
Outlook:	Percent Growth 21.8% Well above statewide average Read more about outlook
Education & Training:	Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months) is common. View related programs (current training programs) View related fields of study (majors)
On the Job:	Work Activities Refer clients to community services for assistance. Monitor group activities of residents in institution. Monitor and maintain case records on clients. Report progress to supervisors and care managers. Read more about the job Assess your skills
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