About
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.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$53.9k
Annual median Salary
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Education
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
69%
Bachelor's degree
26%
Master's degree
6%
Associate's degree
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Case Manager
Family Protection Specialist
Family Service Worker
School Social Worker