Human Services workers typically find careers in the fields of social work, education, psychology, and rehabilitation.  Still others may find their skills in human relations and professional helping lead them to leadership positions in the business world.  People with an academic background in the Human Services provide social, educational, and psychological support to persons in need – of all ages, cultures, abilities, and socio-economic status.
Examples of Occupational Titles of Human Services workers include:

Case worker Case Manager Family Support Manager Marriage and Family Counselor Substance Abuse Counselor Disabilities Services Worker Residential Counselor Group Home Worker Human Resources Officer

Employment Counselor Parole Officer Community Organizer Youth Worker Mental Health Aide Psychology Aide Recreation Therapist Child Advocate Child Life Activities Specialist

 

As a Human Services Major you will learn important skills to be an effective professional helper, including:

Active listening Relationship building Problem-solving Communication

Social action strategizing Information and Referral development Cultural competence Self-awareness

The greater New York City metropolis is the Human Service Program’s learning laboratory.  Through internships, presentations by guest speakers, and career planning support, you will get to know and understand the dynamics of human services delivery.

 This home page will give you answers to your questions about LaGuardia's programs, sources for career planning, and a view of our programs from our students. We look forward to hearing from you.

Ileana Garcia-Rodriguez, Program Director 482-5719, irodriguez@lagcc.cuny.edu