Social & Public Services pathway
Social Services
Social Services Associate of Applied Science Degree
Gain the skills needed to—
- assist licensed social workers with day-to-day tasks and managing caseloads.
- ensure clients receive care, support, and necessary resources.
- provide advice and access to community services or governmental programs.
- work with disadvantaged families, people with disabilities, oder adults, veterans, inmates, and the homeless
- implement care plans, coordinate resources, maintain client records, and improve client well-being.
- help people of all ages facing various challenges and traumas.
Make a difference.
This degree pathway can lead to a rewarding careers like advocate, social work assistant, and outreach worker in settings such as health care facilities, schools, and community organizations. These roles require strong organizational skills, empathy, and effective collaboration with social workers and healthcare professionals.
Ohio occupational outlook.
$36,000
The current median salary for a Social Service Assistant in Ohio.
2,299
The current number of annual openings for a Social Service Assistant in Ohio.
17,143
The current number of Ohio residents employed as a Social Service Assistant.
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“Edison State has had a positive impact on my career and made a significant change on my professional path. The skills and confidence I have gained have helped me secure a job in Social Services immediately after completing the program.”
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