Careers in Human Services

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What these careers are about

Preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs.
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Religious Activities Directors

coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling, guidance, and leadership relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.
$52660

CPS Social Workers

provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers.
$52370

Costume Attendants

select, fit, and take care of costumes for cast members, and aid entertainers. May assist with multiple costume changes during performances.
$51780

Certified Alcohol Drug Counselors

counsel and advise individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders. May counsel individuals, families, or groups or engage in prevention programs.
$51550

Mental Health Counselors

counsel and advise individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health, with an emphasis on prevention. May help individuals deal with a broad range of mental health issues, such as those associated with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress management; self-esteem; or aging.
$51550

Embalmers

prepare bodies for interment in conformity with legal requirements.
$50220

Loan Counselors

provide guidance to prospective loan applicants who have problems qualifying for traditional loans. Guidance may include determining the best type of loan and explaining loan requirements or restrictions.
$49940

Government Programs Interviewers

determine eligibility of persons applying to receive assistance from government programs and agency resources, such as welfare, unemployment benefits, social security, and public housing.
$47990

Massage Therapists

perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints. May assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength, or propose client therapy plans.
$47350

Retail Sales Supervisors

directly supervise and coordinate activities of retail sales workers in an establishment or department. Duties may include management functions, such as purchasing, budgeting, accounting, and personnel work, in addition to supervisory duties.
$47300

Personal Service Supervisors

directly supervise and coordinate activities of personal service workers, such as flight attendants, hairdressers, or caddies.
$45820

Fitness Trainers

instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities for the primary purpose of personal fitness. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills. Develop and implement individualized approaches to exercise.
$45650

Rehabilitation Counselors

counsel individuals to maximize the independence and employability of persons coping with personal, social, and vocational difficulties that result from birth defects, illness, disease, accidents, aging, or the stress of daily life. Coordinate activities for residents of care and treatment facilities. Assess client needs and design and implement rehabilitation programs that may include personal and vocational counseling, training, and job placement.
$42080

Skincare Specialists

provide skincare treatments to face and body to enhance an individual's appearance. Includes electrologists and laser hair removal specialists.
$41230

Customer Service Reps

interact with customers to provide basic or scripted information in response to routine inquiries about products and services. May handle and resolve general complaints. Excludes individuals whose duties are primarily installation, sales, repair, and technical support.
$38510

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.
$38230

Barbers

provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.
$38050

Preschool Teachers

instruct preschool-aged students, following curricula or lesson plans, in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth.
$36550

Tailors and Dressmakers

design, make, alter, repair, or fit garments.
$36040

Residential Advisors

coordinate activities in resident facilities in secondary school and college dormitories, group homes, or similar establishments. Order supplies and determine need for maintenance, repairs, and furnishings. May maintain household records and assign rooms. May assist residents with problem solving or refer them to counseling resources.
$33430
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