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Pioneer Human Services

ARNP/Nurse Practitioner

Spokane, WA · On-site

$105K - $141K/yr

We are currently looking for an ARNP with a passion for human services. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved with an organization focused on a transformative path towards social change ...

Pioneer Human Services

ARNP/Nurse Practitioner

Spokane, WA · On-site

$105K - $176K/yr

We are currently looking for an ARNP with a passion for human services. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved with an organization focused on a transformative path towards social change ...

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How much do human services practitioner jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for human services practitioner in the United States is $19.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a human services practitioner?

Human Services Practitioners are professionals who provide support and assistance to individuals and communities facing challenges such as mental health issues, substance abuse, homelessness, or family crises. They work in a variety of settings, including social service agencies, healthcare organizations, schools, and community centers. Their main goal is to connect people with needed resources, offer counseling or advocacy, and help clients achieve greater stability and well-being. Human Services Practitioners often collaborate with other professionals to create care plans and provide holistic support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a human services practitioner?

To thrive as a Human Services Practitioner, you need a strong understanding of social work principles, case management, and typically a degree in human services or a related field. Familiarity with client management systems, documentation protocols, and sometimes certifications like Certified Human Services Professional (HS-BCP) are valuable. Exceptional interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and active listening help practitioners build trust and effectively support diverse clients. These skills and qualifications are crucial for delivering effective services, advocating for clients, and ensuring ethical and impactful interventions.

What are some common challenges human services practitioners face when working with clients from diverse backgrounds?

Human Services Practitioners often work with clients from a wide range of cultural, socioeconomic, and linguistic backgrounds, which can present challenges in communication and understanding unique needs. Navigating cultural sensitivities, building trust, and ensuring equitable access to services require practitioners to be adaptable and culturally competent. Ongoing training and collaboration with colleagues often help address these challenges, while strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to continuous learning are essential for success in this role.

What kind of jobs fall under human services?

Jobs under human services include roles such as social workers, case managers, mental health counselors, and community outreach coordinators. These positions typically involve helping individuals or groups improve their well-being and often require strong communication skills and relevant certifications or degrees.
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Infographic showing various Human Services Practitioner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,232 per year, or $19.8 per hour.

Human Services Technician - Avon Park

Tri-County Human Services

Avon Park, FL

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Position Description

Employees in this position perform a wide variety of duties related to the care and supervision of program clients. Individuals in this position work under the supervision of counseling and/or nursing staff as members of a treatment team.

Position Expectation

In keeping with the mission and core values of Tri-County Human Services, all persons served, stakeholders, and fellow employees will be treated with dignity, respect, and shown sensitivity to their cultural diversity. Referenced by policy numbers 100.000, 100.000A, and 100.004.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provides supervision of the daily activities of clients in residential programs.
  • With appropriate supervision, records individual case information in client records.
  • With appropriate supervision, provides non-clinical services to program clients such as alcohol/drug abuse education and other educational services.
  • Participate in group counseling sessions with senior counseling staff or appropriate supervisory staff.
  • Serves as a professional role model for program clients and assists them in learning age-appropriate daily living and problem-solving skills.
  • With appropriate training and following chain of custody regulations, employee will perform urinalysis of clients to ensure they are alcohol and drug free per TCHS policy.
  • Required to meet and maintain TCHS Approved Driver Qualifications per policy number 100.0052 and transport TCHS person served in any agency vehicle
  • Performs other reasonable and related duties as requested by supervisory or administrative staff.

Minimum Training and Experience

Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid Florida driver's license. Will work under the supervision of at least a bachelor’s level practitioner and will complete in-service training in the treatment of substance use disorders, patients’ rights, aggression control, HIV, infections control and other required trainings within 90-days of starting employment.

The incumbent will be a member of the multidisciplinary team, provide therapeutic support as assigned and able to recognize the signs and symptoms associated with abuse and dependence.

This job description is not a written nor implied contract and may be revised by Tri-County at their discretion.

This position requires a level 2 background screening: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Tri-County Human Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F