The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) does not track statistical data for this particular profession, but the agency does track data for social and community service managers. A social or community service manager is an occupation that is very similar to that of case manager. The main difference is that, whereas a case manager will typically work one-on-one with individual clients, a social or community service manager will typically plan, obtain funding for and implement community-wide programs that serve people struggling with various challenges, such as homelessness.
In other words, a social or community service manager works toward the same goals as a case manager, but on a somewhat larger scale. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook estimates job growth for social and community service managers to increase by about 17% from 2019 to 2029, faster than average, accounting for an estimated increase of 29,800 jobs in the field.1
You can prepare to pursue a rewarding career as a case manager or social worker at Grand Canyon University. We are an accredited university that embraces interdenominational Christian values. Our Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science, Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work through the College of Humanities and Social Sciences is a versatile degree that instills foundational competencies in social science, counseling, psychology and human development.
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1COVID-19 has adversely affected the global economy and data from 2020 may be atypical compared to prior years. The pandemic may impact the predicted future workforce outcomes indicated by the Bureau of Labor Statistics as well. Accordingly, data shown is based on 2019, which can be found here: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Social and Community Service Managers.