Occupations21-1093.00

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.

Median annual pay
$45,120

BLS, 2024

Employment
449,600

U.S., 2024

Ten-year outlook
+6.4%

2024–34

Annual openings
50,600

Projected average

The work

Core tasks

  1. 01Assess clients' cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs to determine appropriate interventions.
  2. 02Develop and implement behavioral management and care plans for clients.
  3. 03Keep records or prepare reports for owner or management concerning visits with clients.
  4. 04Visit individuals in homes or attend group meetings to provide information on agency services, requirements, or procedures.
  5. 05Submit reports and review reports or problems with superior.
  6. 06Interview individuals or family members to compile information on social, educational, criminal, institutional, or drug history.
  7. 07Provide information or refer individuals to public or private agencies or community services for assistance.
  8. 08Advise clients regarding food stamps, child care, food, money management, sanitation, or housekeeping.
  9. 09Oversee day-to-day group activities of residents in institution.
  10. 10Assist in locating housing for displaced individuals.
  11. 11Consult with supervisor concerning programs for individual families.
  12. 12Demonstrate use and care of equipment for tenant use.

Capabilities

Essential skills

Active ListeningSpeakingReading ComprehensionWritingCritical ThinkingMonitoringActive LearningLearning StrategiesMathematicsScience

Employment outlook

Where the role is heading

U.S. employment is projected to move from 449,600 in 2024 to 478,500 in 2034, a +6.4% change.

BLS projects an average of 50,600 openings each year over the period, including openings created by workers leaving the occupation.