Social and Human Service Assistants
O*NET-SOC 21-1093.00 · interest code SCE
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.
How this work is wired
O*NET rates every occupation 1-7 on six interest dimensions. This one leans Social — teaching, caring for, advising and helping people directly — then Conventional and Enterprising.
Preparation typically needed
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation — usually a four-year degree plus experience.