Child, Family, and School Social Workers
SOC Code: 21-1021 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
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.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Child, Family, and School Social Workers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $57,637 | $71,510 | $85,363 | $99,237 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $50,627 | $66,581 | $82,534 | $98,488 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $57,491 | $70,325 | $83,179 | $96,013 |
| Connecticut nonmetropolitan area | $55,141 | $68,349 | $81,557 | $94,765 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $51,459 | $65,499 | $79,560 | $93,600 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $57,824 | $69,722 | $81,640 | $93,538 |
| Trenton-Princeton, NJ | $50,232 | $64,563 | $78,915 | $93,246 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $53,310 | $66,560 | $79,830 | $93,080 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $54,517 | $67,122 | $79,747 | $92,352 |
| Salisbury, MD | $47,320 | $62,254 | $77,210 | $92,144 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc. | 1 | $65,000 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | $65,000 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 4.9 | |
| Speaking | 4.5 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 4.1 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 4.0 | |
| Service Orientation | 4.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.9 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.9 | |
| Coordination | 3.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.3 |
| Therapy and Counseling | 4.1 |
| Psychology | 4.1 |
| English Language | 3.8 |
| Administrative | 3.6 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 3.4 |
| Education and Training | 3.3 |
| Law and Government | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 68.7% |
| Doctoral degree | 25.8% |
| Associate's degree | 5.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Interview clients individually, in families, or in groups, assessing their situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required to meet their needs.
- Counsel individuals, groups, families, or communities regarding issues including mental health, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse, physical abuse, rehabilitation, social adjustment, child care, or medical care.
- Maintain case history records and prepare reports.
- Consult with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to determine causes of problems, such as truancy and misbehavior, and to implement solutions.
- Counsel parents with child rearing problems, interviewing the child and family to determine whether further action is required.
- Develop and review service plans in consultation with clients and perform follow-ups assessing the quantity and quality of services provided.
- Collect supplementary information needed to assist client, such as employment records, medical records, or school reports.
- Address legal issues, such as child abuse and discipline, assisting with hearings and providing testimony to inform custody arrangements.
Technology Skills
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