How do they match: Social and Human Service Assistants

  • Direct Support Specialist
  • Direct Support Worker
  • Community Support Specialist
  • Family Support Specialist
  • Family Support Worker
  • Peer Support Specialist
  • Recovery Support Specialist
  • Social Services Director

  • 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.

  • Collaborate with other professionals to assess client needs or plan treatments.
  • Visit individuals in their homes to provide support or information.