Other job responsibilities oftentimes include problem solving skill development, interpersonal communication, intervention and medication administration. Typically, Human Services Technicians work closely with and under the direction of social workers, psychologists, registered nurses, teachers, counselors, and various other professionals in providing treatment services to clients in need. The three major employment areas include those relating to mental health, developmental disabilities, and chemical dependency. Opportunities for employment include, but are not limited to, both public and private settings, such as residential treatment facilities, mental health programs, nursing homes, schools, group homes, half-way houses, sheltered workshops, juvenile detention centers, and other human service agencies. Instruction includes courses related to providing personal care, communication skills, behavioral and rehabilitation techniques.
Emphasis is placed on the three specialty areas.
Human Services professionals from the community complement the curriculum as guest speakers and also by providing supervision and mentoring during field experiences. Student are required to do a field experience in each of the 3 specialty areas. This allows students to become involved in contributing to and learning from hands on experience in an actual work setting. Training in three different agencies allows graduates flexibility to individualize their employment to an extent not usually found in similar occupations. Career ladder opportunities are built into the curriculum plan.