Social and Human Service Assistants

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.

$45,120

Median Annual Pay

Jobs growth:

+6% projected 2024–2034

High school diploma or equivalent

Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Social and human service assistants work directly with people who need support navigating difficult circumstances, connecting them to essential resources and services in their communities. They spend their days meeting with clients, assessing their needs, and helping them access programs like food assistance, housing support, healthcare, or counseling. Much of their work involves detailed documentation—maintaining case files, tracking client progress, and reporting outcomes to social workers or other professionals who oversee the cases.

Programs That Prepare You

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