Social and Human Services Assistants

At a Glance

Median Salary
$31,785

Local Jobs
421

Entry-Level Education
High School

Occupation Profile

Assist other social and human service providers in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families. May assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or dependent care.

By The Numbers

Median Annual Earnings

$31,785

Median Annual Earnings are the midpoint earned by 50 percent of workers who are the lowest paid and 50 percent of workers who are the highest paid in a particular occupation

Local Jobs

421

Jobs are any position in which a worker provides labor in exchange for monetary compensation (note: one individual may hold multiple jobs)

Entry-Level Education

High School

This is the most common education level requested in entry-level job listings.

Daily Tasks

Assess clients’ cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs to determine appropriate interventions.
Develop and implement behavioral management and care plans for clients.
Keep records or prepare reports for owner or management concerning visits with clients.
Visit individuals in homes or attend group meetings to provide information on agency services, requirements, or procedures.
Submit reports and review reports or problems with superior.
Interview individuals or family members to compile information on social, educational, criminal, institutional, or drug history.
Provide information or refer individuals to public or private agencies or community services for assistance.
Advise clients regarding food stamps, child care, food, money management, sanitation, or housekeeping.

Occupational Skills

What skills are necessary for Social and Human Services Assistants?

Hard Skills

Administrative Support
Case Management
Child Protective Services
Cultural Diversity
Data Entry
Disabilities
Exploitation
Human Services
Office Equipment
Social Work

Soft Skills

Clerical Works
Communications
Filing
Good Driving Record
Management
Microsoft Office
Operations
Scheduling
Typing
Valid Driver's License

Hard skills are specific, learnable, measurable, often industry- or occupation-specific abilities related to a position.

Soft skills can be self-taught and usually do not necessitate a certain completed level of education. They are essential in many industries and occupations.

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