Social and Human Service Assistants

SOC Code: 21-1093

Social and Human Service Assistantss assess clients' cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs to determine appropriate interventions. This career typically requires considerable preparation (2-4 years). With an AI-proof score of 83.2/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Social Perceptiveness, Speaking, Speaking.

AI-Proof Score: 83.2Very High
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Median Salary

$45,120

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Job Growth

6.4%

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Training Time

Considerable preparation (2-4 years)

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Job Zone

Zone 4 / 5

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Training Cost

~$40,000

Key Skills

  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Speaking
  • Active Listening
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Critical Thinking
  • Service Orientation
  • Writing

Common Tasks

  • Assess clients' cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs to determine appropriate interventions.
  • Develop and implement behavioral management and care plans for clients.
  • Keep records or prepare reports for owner or management concerning visits with clients.
  • Visit individuals in homes or attend group meetings to provide information on agency services, requirements, or procedures.
  • Submit reports and review reports or problems with superior.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation
Social and Human Service Assistants — AI-Proof Careers