Working Conditions for Social service assistantsWorking conditions of social and human service assistants vary. Some work in offices, clinics, and hospitals, while others work in group homes, shelters, sheltered workshops, and day programs. Many spend their time in the field visiting clients. Most work a 40-hour week, although some work in the evening and on weekends. The work, while satisfying, can be emotionally draining. Understaffing and relatively low pay may add to the pressure. Turnover is reported to be high, especially among workers without academic preparation for this field. More information on Social service assistants from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook Overview of Social service assistants occupation Number of Social service assistants in the U.S. Salary and earnings for Social service assistants Working conditions for Social service assistants Significant points for Social service assistants Training requirements for Social service assistants Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new |