Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Social and human service assistants occupations: 16 years and over

LEU0257866400A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

206.00

Year-over-Year Change

66.13%

Date Range

1/1/2011 - 1/1/2024

Summary

Tracks employment levels for social and human service assistants across the United States. Provides critical insight into healthcare and social support workforce dynamics.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

This employment series measures full-time workers in social service assistant roles. It reflects labor market trends in critical support professions.

Methodology

Data collected through monthly Bureau of Labor Statistics household surveys.

Historical Context

Used by policymakers to understand social service workforce capacity and employment trends.

Key Facts

  • Critical healthcare support profession
  • Reflects social service sector employment
  • Indicates workforce development trends

FAQs

Q: What do social and human service assistants do?

A: They provide support in healthcare, social work, and community service settings. Assist professionals in helping individuals and communities.

Q: How is this employment data collected?

A: Monthly surveys by the Bureau of Labor Statistics track full-time employment across various occupations.

Q: Why are social service assistant employment trends important?

A: They indicate community support capacity and healthcare workforce development. Reflect broader social service sector health.

Q: How do economic conditions impact this occupation?

A: Economic cycles and social policy changes directly influence employment levels for social service assistants.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: Employment data is typically updated monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Social and Human Service Assistants Employment (LEU0257866400A), retrieved from FRED.