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Case Manager / Social Services Assistant
Case managers and social services assistants connect clients with health, mental health, housing, and social services, assessing needs, creating service plans, and monitoring progress. Florida's large DCF system, Medicaid managed care organizations, elder care networks, and veteran services programs create the state's most diverse case management job market, with bilingual Spanish/English/Haitian Creole skills in especially high demand.
FL Median Salary
$39,030
Entry Salary
$29,780
Experienced
$55,590
FL Growth
N/A
Requirements & Training
- Credential: No mandatory license at entry level; CCM (Certified Case Manager) via CCMC for advancement
Career Path
- Case Management Aide → Case Manager → Senior Case Manager → Care Coordinator → Program Supervisor → Director
Top Florida Employers
FL Dept. of Children & FamiliesFL Dept. of Elder AffairsMedicaid MCOs (WellCare, Humana FL)VA Medical CentersCommunity mental health centersNonprofit social service agencies
Related Programs
- Human Services AAS
- Social Work AS
- Case Management Certificate
- BSW (for licensure pathway)