HUMAN SERVICES

Dezarie Arnold, Frankie

Najera, Lexi Cable,
Alondra Morgan

HUMAN SERVICE WORKER

Although duties vary by job, all human service workers perform
many of the same basic tasks. They evaluate a clients needs,
create a treatment plan, and put the plan into action. Throughout
the process, they provide clients with emotional support.

WORKPLACE
Workers may be assigned to fieldwork in high-crime areas or in
institutions where there is a risk of violence or communicable
disease. As a result, the work can be stressful and dangerous.

CHARACTERISTICS OF A
HUMAN SERVICE WORKER
Caring
Friendly
Supporting
Courage
Flexible
Organized
Teaching
Helping

CAREERS

CASE WORKER
Required Education Bachelor's degree in social work; a master's
degree in the field may be preferred
Median Salary (2013) $40,810 for community and social service
workers; $42,120 for child, family and school social workers*

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT
AID
Behavioral Management Aide
Required Education High school diploma
Median Salary (2013)* $25,120

ALCOHOL COUNSELOR
Projected Job Growth (2012-2022) 31%*
Average Salary (2013) $41,090*

NEIGHBORHOOD WORKER
Required Education None; strong communication and customer
service skills a plus
Median Annual Salary (2013) Varies by job title (e.g., door-to-door
sales workers earned $20,430, and interviewers earned $30,270)**

PROBATION OFFICER
Required Education Bachelor's degree
Additional Requirements State-mandated training program, drug
test, background check, driver's license
Oversee people who have convicted crimes
Helps people find jobs and makes sure they stay out of trouble
In addition, most employers require candidates to pass oral,
written, and psychological exams. However, job openings should
be plentiful because many people leave the occupation each year.

CHILD ABUSE WORKER

Required Education Bachelor's degree typically required for entrylevel; master's may be required
Other Requirements License or certification typically required;
internship or experience often preferred; communication skills and
bilingual candidates may be preferred
Mean Salary (2013)* $46,060 annually (for child, family and school
social workers)

GERONTOLOGY AIDE
Experience: Some employers prefer applicants with related
experience; on-the-job training is common
Key Skills Compassion; communication, problem-solving, timemanagement and organizational skills
Additional Requirements: Some employers may require
background checks and aides with a valid driver's license

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