Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 22 Unit 1 Learning About Human Services Job Outlook for Human Services The job outlook for human services careers is bright. Employment of human services workers is expected to grow much faster than the average for most occupations in the coming decades. Later in this text, you will learn more about future trends and projected job growth for various careers within each of the pathways in the fi eld of human services. People need the “human touch,” especially as technology becomes more and more a part of our lives (Figure 1.10). People will always have needs. Human services workers are the ones to provide these resources. As the population grows, so does the need for human services workers. Although basic human needs remain the same, careers in human services may ebb and fl ow in relation to what is happening in the overall economy. For example, in times of economic hardship, emphasis is placed on basic needs of providing food and housing resources. In times of economic plenty, more emphasis is placed on personal exploration. In good times and in bad times, however, people need help navigating their interpersonal relationships. Likewise, the need for child care services continues to grow, as both numbers and expectations for preschool education increases. Monkey Business Images/Shutterstock.com Figure 1.10 As advancements in technology continue to occur, many people, especially older adults, need help in learning how to use technological devices and programs. Are there any classes available in your community to teach older adults how to use the computer?