Employment of social and community service managers is projected to grow 10 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations.
Much of the job growth in this occupation is the result of an increasingly aging population. An increase in the number of older adults will result in a need for more social services, such as adult daycare and meal delivery. Social and community service managers, who administer programs that provide these services, will likely be needed to meet this increased demand. Employment of social and community service managers is expected to increase the most in industries serving the elderly, such as services for the elderly and persons with disabilities.
In addition, employment growth is projected as more people seek treatment for their addictions and as illegal drug offenders are increasingly sent to treatment programs rather than to jail. As a result, managers who direct treatment programs will be needed.
Although this occupation is projected to have employment growth, gains could be limited by budget cuts in state and local governments. Social and human services rely heavily on government funding, and if funding decreases, services may not grow fast enough to meet demand.
Social and Community Service Managers
Percent change in employment, projected 2014-24
Social and community service managers
10%
Total, all occupations
7%
Management occupations
6%
Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. Economy. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program