Human Services

The Human Services major is an academically rigorous program that prepares students for careers in social change. The mission of the Human Services program is to provide students with the theoretical and skill-based background necessary to practice as social professionals in the macro, mezzo, and micro arenas (individuals, communities and policies).

A Human Services student will take courses that are applicable and relevant to the field while honing their skills through our extensive experiential educational opportunities. Through courses, service-learning, co-op and the internship program, students are prepared to work in various capacities including: direct service, counseling, organizational development, political advocacy, community development and nonprofit management.

The human services major prepares students for careers in social change by providing the theoretical and skill-based background necessary for practice and research. Upon completion of the degree, students apply professional skills in counseling roles, nonprofit management, political advocacy, or organizational and community development.

 

Job Titles

Adoption Case Worker*Mental Health Counselor
AdvocateNonprofit Program Coordinator
Behavioral Health Specialist*Outreach Specialist
Career Counselor*Patient Advocate
Case ManagerPolicy Advocate
Child Welfare Specialist*Probation Officer*
Community Health EducatorProgram Evaluator
Community OrganizerRehabilitation Counselor*
Community Outreach CoordinatorResidential Program Coordinator
Crisis Intervention SpecialistSchool Counselor*
Emergency Services Manager*Social Service Assistant
Family Support SpecialistSocial Worker*
Grant WriterSubstance Abuse Counselor*
Health EducatorTeen Parent Educator
Housing Case ManagerTraining Specialist
Human Services AdministratorVictim Advocate
Intake CoordinatorVolunteer Coordinator
Life Skills CoachYouth Program Coordinator

Positions that may require additional education, training or licensing are indicated by an (*). Job qualifications are based not only on degree program, but on skills and experience. Students should seek out as many experiential opportunities in their fields of interests as possible, including co-op and internships.

Employers

This is a limited sample of employers who have posted jobs on NUworks; please note that they may not currently have positions posted.
Boston Public Health CommissionDepartment of Children and Families
Catholic CharitiesMassachusetts Department for Youth Services
Cooperative for Human ServicesThe Home for Little Wanderers

Industries

This is a sample of the industries that often hire this major:
Community ServicesNon-Profit Organizations
Government and Public PolicySocial Services
Healthcare – Mental Health and Behavioral HealthYouth Development

Internships and Co-ops

These sample titles can be used to research internship opportunities:

  • Advocacy Intern
  • Case Management Intern
  • Community Health Intern
  • Crisis Intervention Intern
  • Program Coordinator Intern
  • Social Services Intern

To search for internship opportunities, log in  NUworks, Handshake, SimplyHired.com, Indeed.com, or other internship sites to search for openings.

For more information, please visit Cooperative Education.

Students enrolled in the College of Social Sciences and Humanities may search their website Experiential Learning page for co-op and internship information.

Resources

The following resources include various websites and campus resources that will aid you in exploring this career field and industry.

Websites for Career Exploration

Websites for Job Search

Campus Organizations & Activities

For additional student organizations click here.
*For additional student activities click here.

Professional Associations

Find valuable industry information, job sites, and professional networking opportunities.

Social Media

Sample industry specific LinkedIn groups and Social Media. Stay on top of industry trends, company information, job listings and networking opportunities.