Social and Human Service Assistant
Comprehensive Sites
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Correctional OfficersFind occupational information at this page, created by the U.S. Department of Labor, including employment, job outlook and wages, projections data, and links to important sources of additional information.
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Social & Human Service AssistantsFind occupational information at this page, created by the U.S. Department of Labor, including employment, job outlook and wages, projections data, and links to important sources of additional information.
Occupational Titles
Case Aide Case Management Aide Case Worker Correctional Officers Human Services Assistant Social Service Aide Social Service Assistant
Accredited Academic Programs
Career Training School Certificate Community College Associates Degree Bachelor’s Degree
Salary Levels
PayScale: Social & Human Service AssistantsThe chart at this site lists the median salary for Social and Human Service Assistants, according to years of experience. Learn about how lucrative this career might be, and find further information here on salary according to employer type or location
Professional Organizations
American Public Human Services AssociationThis site offers lots of information on news and events pertinent to Health and Human Service professionals. Learn about upcoming events, learn about membership, and access a job bank.
National Association of Social WorkersThe ACA includes information for students, and counselors including daily top news stories, a career page, and upcoming events links.
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (Federal)This website for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration contains a plethora of information from statistics to recent events. Browse by topic or frequently asked question, view a calendar of upcoming events.
Job Opportunity Sources
Human Services Career NetworkThis job site is “devoted solely to Human Service, Social Service, and Non-Profit professionals.” Click the link at the top left to search jobs.
Social Service NetworkThe Social Service Network is linked to numerous social media websites like Facebook and Twitter, and will send you periodic updates on new jobs and current events. This site also has a number of cover letters and resumes that you can view to help you craft your own.
SocialService.comUse this site to search for jobs in the social services industry by key word or location. You can also browse through a list of “hot jobs”.
Publications
Child & Adolescent Social WorkArticles in current and past issues are available with a subscription, which you can obtain through this website.
Child & Family Social WorkArticles in current and past issues are available with a subscription, which you can obtain through this website.
Journal of Social WorkArticles in current and past issues are available with a subscription, which you can obtain through this website.
Policy & PracticeClick on the links to articles to view them in PDF format. You can also access the APSHA website from this page as well.
Online Forums & Blogs
Social Work Chat ForumThis forum is sponsored by The National Association of Social Workers and the New Social Worker Online. Search through current topics, post a question, or browse current threads on this site. You must become a registered user to ask questions and leave comments.
Career Videos
Education-Portal: Social Worker CareersThe education portal provides videos and text explaining what a career in Social Work might entail. It also provides a list of education and skills you will need to acquire for a position in this field.
