Human Services

Careers that provide direct support and services to individuals and communities.

12 roles
Cluster overview

What this career cluster covers

Careers that provide direct support and services to individuals and communities.

Roles included

12 career roles

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Childcare Worker Community Health Worker Community Organizer Counselor Disability Support Worker Domestic Violence Counselor Elderly Caregiver Marriage and Family Therapist +4 more

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Childcare Worker

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Provides care and supervision for children in various settings, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development.

Community Health Worker

Arts/Humanities
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Acts as a liaison between health and social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve health outcomes.

Community Organizer

Arts/Humanities
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Mobilizes community members to address social issues, advocate for change, and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods.

Counselor

Arts/Humanities
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Provides guidance and support to individuals facing personal, social, emotional, or career challenges.

Disability Support Worker

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Assists individuals with disabilities to live more independently and participate fully in their communities.

Domestic Violence Counselor

Arts/Humanities
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Provides support, counseling, and resources to individuals and families affected by domestic violence.

Elderly Caregiver

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Provides assistance and support to elderly individuals to help them live independently and maintain their quality of life.

Marriage and Family Therapist

Arts/Humanities
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Helps couples and families improve their relationships by examining issues and creating strategies for positive change.

Rehabilitation Counselor

Arts/Humanities
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Helps individuals with physical, mental, emotional, or developmental disabilities to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Social Worker

Arts/Humanities
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Assists individuals, families, and groups to cope with problems and improve their lives.

Substance Abuse Counselor

Arts/Humanities
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Helps individuals overcome addiction to drugs, alcohol, or other behaviors through counseling and support.

Youth Worker

Arts/Humanities
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Supports young people (typically aged 11-25) to develop their social, emotional, and practical skills.