Pathway: Social Services
Job: Social Services Assistant

Job Description

Social Services Assistants provide direct and indirect client services. They may establish clients’ eligibility for benefits and help clients obtain these benefits. They keep case records and often telephone or visit clients’ homes.

Necessary Education

Associate Degree or Certificates in Human Services or Social Work

Helpful High School Courses

Communications, Computer Applications, English, Psychology, Science, Sociology

Working Conditions:

• May work in offices, clinics and hospitals, group homes, shelters or day care programs
• Work may be emotionally draining
• Usually work a 40-hour work week though some evening or weekend hours may be required

Salary Range

• 2003, Delaware average annual salary, $25,560
• 2003, Delaware average hourly wage, $12.29

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s is required for advancement
• Participation in seminars/workshops is often required and needed to understand clients’ needs

Personal Qualities and Interests

     You:

• Are patient and understanding
• Have a strong desire to help others
• Are a team player
• Have an interest in the well-being of others
• Enjoy working with a diverse population
• Have effective communication skills

Did you know?

• Social service and other human service assistants are projected to be among the fastest growing fields.

Additional Information

• Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco

  
  

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