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.
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Salary Information
Social and Human Service Assistants: $45,120 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Present social services program information to the public. | Communication |
| Refer clients to community or social service programs. | General |
| Write reports or evaluations. | General |
| Visit individuals in their homes to provide support or information. | General |
| Teach life skills or strategies to clients or their families. | General |
| Interview clients to gather information about their backgrounds, needs, or progress. | General |
| Transport clients to appointments. | General |
| Explain regulations, policies, or procedures. | General |
| Advise clients or community groups on health issues. | General |
| Demonstrate activity techniques or equipment use. | General |
| Provide basic information to guests, visitors, or clients. | General |
| Help clients get needed services or resources. | General |
| Assist clients in handling details of daily life. | General |
| Conduct diagnostic tests to determine patient health. | General |
| Maintain social services program records. | Maintenance |
| Monitor activities of individuals to ensure safety or compliance with rules. | Maintenance |
| Monitor nutrition related activities of individuals or groups. | Maintenance |
| Collaborate with other professionals to assess client needs or plan treatments. | Analysis |
| Examine patients to assess general physical condition. | Analysis |
| Develop treatment plans for patients or clients. | Development |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| MEDITECH software | Medical software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Electronic medical record EMR software | Medical software |
| Nuance Dragon NaturallySpeaking | Voice recognition software |
| PointClickCare healthcare software | Medical software |
| Web browser software | Internet browser software |
| Word processing software | Word processing software |
| Microsoft Access | Data base user interface and query software |
| Database software | Data base user interface and query software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Board Certified in Neurofeedback | Biofeedback Certification International Alliance | Not Available |
| Case Manager Certification | Commission for Case Manager Certification | Not Available |
| Center-Based Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate | Council for Professional Recognition | Not Available |
| Certified Community Action Professional | Community Action Partnership | Not Available |
| Certified Employment Support Specialist | National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals | Not Available |
| Certified Interpretive Manager | National Association for Interpretation | Not Available |
| Certified Interpretive Trainer | National Association for Interpretation | Not Available |
| Certified Park and Recreation Executive | National Recreation and Park Association | Not Available |
| Certified Peer Specialist | Institute for Recovery and Community Integration | Not Available |
| Certified Personal and Family Finance Educator | American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences | Not Available |
| Certified Workforce Professional | International Association of Workforce Professionals | Not Available |
| Certified in Family and Consumer Sciences | American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences | Not Available |
| Child Development Associate | Council for Professional Recognition | Not Available |
| Home Visitor Child Development Associate | Council for Professional Recognition | Not Available |
| Human Services - Board Certified Practitioner | Center for Credentialing & Education, Inc. | Not Available |