Interfaith Community Services

Social Worker

Meet Diana Dominguez, a Social Worker for Interfaith Community Services. As case manager for their Rapid-Rehousing program, Ms. Dominguez is responsible for working with clients who are in need of support to avoid falling into homelessness. As a case manager she has to work both with clients as well as with landlords, a role that requires empathy, being a caring communicator, and the ability to create relationships. If you are the type of person that loves helping others and has strong interpersonal skills, this type of career in behavioral health could be for you! This video is made possible from a grant from the Conrad Prebys Foundation.

CAREER SNAPSHOT

AVERAGE WAGE

$64,500/yr

*This figure represents the median wage for this career in San Diego County and not the wages of any specific interviewee

OUTLOOK

Hot

This career has a high demand. There is rapid growth, and employers are expected to increase hiring for these role

INDUSTRY

Social Assistance

A sector dedicated to improving the lives of individuals, families, and communities by providing support services to those facing challenges like poverty, homelessness, unemployment, or disability

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

CSU San Marcos

Department of Social Work

Palomar College

Social Work and Human Services

MiraCosta College

Social Work

Is This Career Right For YOU?

What are the top traits for this career?

Investigative

You enjoy structure and following systems or procedures

Conventional

You like figuring out how things work and analyzing situations to find solutions