Name That Career
I take care of young children, help them learn, and keep them safe while their parents are working. Who am I?
What is a childcare worker?
A family is having trouble paying for groceries. They need to find a local program that can help provide food. What type of community resource should they look for?
Food assistance / food pantry / food assistance program
What is one important quality almost every Human Services professional needs when working with people?
What is empathy/compassion?
What type of professional helps people talk through emotional or personal problems?
What is a counselor?
An organization that uses its resources to support a mission or cause rather than distributing profits to owners.
what is a nonprofit organization?
I help people deal with personal, emotional, or mental health challenges by listening and providing guidance. Who am I?
What is a counselor?
A family suddenly loses their home and needs somewhere safe to stay. A professional helps them locate temporary housing and other resources. What type of service is the professional connecting them with?
Housing Assistance
A person who helps others find solutions to problems and connects them with resources is providing what type of service?
what is support/assistance?
What is one healthy way to manage stress?
Exercise, talking to someone, relaxation, sleep, etc.
A _________ provides free groceries to families who need assistance. It is food assistance type of community service.
What is a food pantry
I help individuals and families who are struggling by connecting them with resources and services they need. Who am I?
What is a social worker?
An older adult wants to continue living independently but needs help with cooking, bathing, and other everyday activities. What type of Human Services professional might provide this assistance?
Personal Care Aide / Home Health Aide
A professional helps a family find food, housing, and healthcare resources. What is one important skill they are using?
Communication/problem-solving/resource coordination
A student is experiencing anxiety that is interfering with their daily life. What type of professional could they talk to for support?
A counselor or mental health professional
A teenager needs a safe place to go after school where they can get help with homework, participate in activities, and spend time with positive adults. What type of community connection could help?
Youth center / community center / after-school program
I help people with disabilities or other challenges become more independent in their daily lives. Who am I?
What is a Rehabilitation Counselor?
A person has been unemployed for several months and doesn't know where to begin looking for work. A professional helps them create a resume, identify job opportunities, and develop employment skills. Who might they see?
Career Counselor / Employment Specialist
Why is confidentiality important when working with people who are receiving Human Services?
It protects people's private information and helps build trust.
What is the difference between a counselor and a friend when it comes to helping someone with serious emotional challenges?
A counselor has professional training and follows professional guidelines.
A person doesn't have health insurance and needs help finding affordable medical care. What type of community connection could help?
Community health clinic / community health center/ health department
I help people find community resources such as food assistance, housing, healthcare, and other support services. Who am I?
What is a community health worker?
A child and their family are experiencing serious problems at home. A trained professional works with the family, advocates for the child's safety and well-being, and connects them with appropriate services. What career might be involved?
Child & Family Social Worker
A client is upset and angry when they arrive for an appointment. What skill should a Human Services professional use first?
Active listening and empathy
A person is struggling emotionally and their problems are affecting school, work, and relationships. A trained professional assesses their needs and provides treatment. What type of career could this be?
Mental Health Counselor/Psychologist/Psychiatrist
A parent needs affordable childcare while they work. What type of community organization could help them find available childcare options?
Childcare resource agency / family resource center/ family development center