Researches social problems for use in planning and organizing social welfare programs. Develops research designs on basis of existing knowledge and evolving theory.

Plans and reviews methods of data collection. Collects information and makes judgments through observation, interview, and review of... [+] More

Researches social problems for use in planning and organizing social welfare programs. Develops research designs on basis of existing knowledge and evolving theory.

Plans and reviews methods of data collection. Collects information and makes judgments through observation, interview, and review of documents. Analyzes and evaluates data. Writes reports containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content. Interprets methods employed and findings to individuals within agency and community. May direct work of statistical clerks, statisticians, and others. May collaborate with research workers in other disciplines. May be employed in voluntary or governmental social welfare agencies, community welfare councils, and schools of social work. [-] Less

Researches social problems for use in planning and organizing social welfare programs. Develops research designs on basis of existing knowledge and evolving theory.

Plans and reviews methods of data collection. Collects information and makes judgments through observation, interview, and review of... [+] More

Researches social problems for use in planning and organizing social welfare programs. Develops research designs on basis of existing knowledge and evolving theory.

Plans and reviews methods of data collection. Collects information and makes judgments through observation, interview, and review of documents. Analyzes and evaluates data. Writes reports containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content. Interprets methods employed and findings to individuals within agency and community. May direct work of statistical clerks, statisticians, and others. May collaborate with research workers in other disciplines. May be employed in voluntary or governmental social welfare agencies, community welfare councils, and schools of social work. [-] Less

Researches social problems for use in planning and organizing social welfare programs. Develops research designs on basis of existing knowledge and evolving theory.

Plans and reviews methods of data collection. Collects information and makes judgments through observation, interview, and review of... [+] More

Researches social problems for use in planning and organizing social welfare programs. Develops research designs on basis of existing knowledge and evolving theory.

Plans and reviews methods of data collection. Collects information and makes judgments through observation, interview, and review of documents. Analyzes and evaluates data. Writes reports containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content. Interprets methods employed and findings to individuals within agency and community. May direct work of statistical clerks, statisticians, and others. May collaborate with research workers in other disciplines. May be employed in voluntary or governmental social welfare agencies, community welfare councils, and schools of social work. [-] Less

Researches and studies the structures and chemical properties of various materials to develop new products or enhance existing ones. Determines ways to strengthen or combine materials or develop new materials for use in a variety of products. Analyzes, performing quantitative... [+] More

Researches and studies the structures and chemical properties of various materials to develop new products or enhance existing ones. Determines ways to strengthen or combine materials or develop new materials for use in a variety of products. Analyzes, performing quantitative and qualitative analyses, in order to determine the chemical and physical properties of materials, liquids, systems, formulae, or other unknowns. Positions covered by this definition are characterized by the inclusion of work that requires an understanding of both theories and principles. Excludes paraprofessional positions.

Utilizes analytical techniques to test data. Records test data and prepares charts, graphs, and reports. Performs maintenance on experimental or test equipment. [-] Less

Traces animal genealogy to certify or establish individual pedigree. Consults charts, books, and breeding records to ascertain lineage, names, ownerships, and show or racing performance records of ancestors. Records data and issues certificates.

Counsels,... [+] More

Counsels, assesses, and assists individuals of all ages and families or groups who are affected by illnesses or injuries, including rape, physical abuse, cancer, AIDS, and Alzheimer’s, that may impair their ability to function normally. Gives care beyond medical treatment, understands the situation, evaluates it, determines what patients’ needs are, gives advice, makes decisions regarding what can be done to improve it, and helps make necessary arrangements to ensure ongoing quality care leading to get back to a normal life again.

Assists in senior citizen health by providing support to their adult children and caregivers. Works in close collaboration with physicians and other health care personnel in patient evaluation and treatment to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying patient's health problem. Helps patient and family to understand, accept, and follow medical recommendations. Refers patients to appropriate rehabilitation center or other government shelter, if necessary, depending on the disease and problems faced by the patients. Provides service planned to restore patient to optimum social and health adjustment within patient's capacity. Utilizes community resources to assist patient to resume life in community or to learn to live within limits of disability. Prepares patient histories, service plans, and reports. Participates in planning for improving health services by interpreting social factors pertinent to development of program. Provides general direction and supervision to workers engaged in clinic home service program activities. Works in general hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, drug and alcohol abuse centers, or related health programs. May be employed as consultant in other agencies. Most states require license or certificate. [-] Less

Counsels,... [+] More

Counsels, assesses, and assists individuals of all ages and families or groups who are affected by illnesses or injuries, including rape, physical abuse, cancer, AIDS, and Alzheimer’s, that may impair their ability to function normally. Gives care beyond medical treatment, understands the situation, evaluates it, determines what patients’ needs are, gives advice, makes decisions regarding what can be done to improve it, and helps make necessary arrangements to ensure ongoing quality care leading to get back to a normal life again.

Assists in senior citizen health by providing support to their adult children and caregivers. Works in close collaboration with physicians and other health care personnel in patient evaluation and treatment to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying patient's health problem. Helps patient and family to understand, accept, and follow medical recommendations. Refers patients to appropriate rehabilitation center or other government shelter, if necessary, depending on the disease and problems faced by the patients. Provides service planned to restore patient to optimum social and health adjustment within patient's capacity. Utilizes community resources to assist patient to resume life in community or to learn to live within limits of disability. Prepares patient histories, service plans, and reports. Participates in planning for improving health services by interpreting social factors pertinent to development of program. Provides general direction and supervision to workers engaged in clinic home service program activities. Works in general hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, drug and alcohol abuse centers, or related health programs. May be employed as consultant in other agencies. Most states require license or certificate. [-] Less

Counsels and guides members through group experience to develop attitudes and social skills for improved family relations and community responsibility. Prepares program content, arranges, and leads activities planned to enhance social development of individual members and accomplishment of group goals.... [+] More

Counsels and guides members through group experience to develop attitudes and social skills for improved family relations and community responsibility. Prepares program content, arranges, and leads activities planned to enhance social development of individual members and accomplishment of group goals. Interviews individual members to assess social and emotional capabilities and plans group composition in relation to personal and social compatibility of members.

Selects program appropriate to particular group goals, level of development, needs, capacities, and interests of group members. Involves members in planning and assuming responsibility for activities. Refers members, when necessary, to community resources and other organizations. Employed in agencies such as community center, settlement house, youth serving organization, institution for children or aged, hospital, or penal institution. May work in collaboration with other professional disciplines. May secure supplemental information such as medical records and school reports. May provide mental health services, and coordinate services with patient's physician. [-] Less

Counsels and guides members through group experience to develop attitudes and social skills for improved family relations and community responsibility. Prepares program content, arranges, and leads activities planned to enhance social development of individual members and accomplishment of group goals.... [+] More

Counsels and guides members through group experience to develop attitudes and social skills for improved family relations and community responsibility. Prepares program content, arranges, and leads activities planned to enhance social development of individual members and accomplishment of group goals. Interviews individual members to assess social and emotional capabilities and plans group composition in relation to personal and social compatibility of members.

Selects program appropriate to particular group goals, level of development, needs, capacities, and interests of group members. Involves members in planning and assuming responsibility for activities. Refers members, when necessary, to community resources and other organizations. Employed in agencies such as community center, settlement house, youth serving organization, institution for children or aged, hospital, or penal institution. May work in collaboration with other professional disciplines. May secure supplemental information such as medical records and school reports. May provide mental health services, and coordinate services with patient's physician. [-] Less