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Job outlook for relief workers in the United States
Are relief worker jobs in demand?
Relief worker job and salary trends over time
Relief worker jobs over time
Relief worker job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 224 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 225 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 227 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 221 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 216 | 0.00% |
Average relief worker salary over time
Relief worker salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $37,810 | $18.18 | +2.6% |
| 2024 | $36,864 | $17.72 | +3.9% |
| 2023 | $35,486 | $17.06 | +1.9% |
| 2022 | $34,824 | $16.74 | +4.1% |
| 2021 | $33,446 | $16.08 | +3.2% |
Relief worker jobs by state
Most common states for relief workers
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 164 | 19% |
| 2 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 239 | 18% |
| 3 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 304 | 16% |
| 4 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 96 | 14% |
| 5 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,060 | 13% |
| 6 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 980 | 13% |
| 7 | Missouri | 6,113,532 | 799 | 13% |
| 8 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 549 | 13% |
| 9 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 413 | 13% |
| 10 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 1,224 | 12% |
| 11 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 1,182 | 12% |
| 12 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 839 | 12% |
| 13 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 649 | 12% |
| 14 | South Carolina | 5,024,369 | 609 | 12% |
| 15 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 442 | 12% |
| 16 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 239 | 11% |
| 17 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 182 | 11% |
| 18 | Delaware | 961,939 | 108 | 11% |
| 19 | Florida | 20,984,400 | 2,058 | 10% |
| 20 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 491 | 10% |
Most common cities for relief workers
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burlington | 1 | 4% | $33,268 |
| 2 | Searcy | 1 | 4% | $38,362 |
| 3 | Bradenton | 1 | 2% | $35,019 |
| 4 | Daytona Beach | 1 | 2% | $34,569 |
| 5 | Hilo | 1 | 2% | $36,918 |
| 6 | Port Charlotte | 1 | 2% | $34,943 |
| 7 | Sarasota | 1 | 2% | $35,007 |
| 8 | Orlando | 1 | 0% | $34,737 |
Relief Worker job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of relief worker experts
Pennsylvania State University
Siena College
Kennesaw State University
Azusa Pacific University
University of Nevada - Reno
North Dakota State University
What Relief Worker skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Emily McCave PhD, MSW, LCSW: The need for social workers is high, particularly after the pandemic. A shortage of social workers means that there's an increasing demand in the field. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics social work jobs are expected to increase 13% between 2020 and 2030.
What will help Relief Workers increase their earning potential?
Emily McCave PhD, MSW, LCSW: For clinical positions, which is what most social workers do, daily tasks typically include conducting assessments and providing individual, family, and/or group therapy to children and/or adults, while collaborating with other providers working with the client. There is also daily clinical documentation that needs to be completed.
What will help Relief Workers increase their earning potential?
James Andrews LCSW, LICSW, BCD: Completing the MSW and graduating as a professional social worker is exciting and can be overwhelming. There are some general areas of professional development that I would strongly recommend new social workers entering the workforce focus on addressing. The first (and in many ways perhaps the most important) is to actively network. Connect with peers and mentors by building and maintaining professional relationships through joining professional organizations and attending industry events such as conferences and other professional events. Join your state chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and become active; don’t just pay your dues every year. Contact the chapter office and volunteer for a committee and run for a volunteer leadership position. Get involved! Next, be adaptable! If the social service field is characterized by any one quality, it is change. Cultivating the ability to grow, adapt to new technologies, methodologies, and work environments will be crucial to one’s career success. Not only does the quality of flexibility makes one a valuable employee and prepares you for unexpected challenges and opportunities, but it is also a central trait needed for those who desire to open their own clinical practices one day. Related to adaptability is the practice of continuous learning. Social work and the larger industry of social services ever evolving, so it is imperative that new graduates embrace the idea that even though they have graduated, they must always be students, ever learning and developing new skills. This involves a commitment to lifelong learning which involves pursuing certifications, workshops attendance, and staying updated with the latest industry trends and technologies through independent reading and research. This not only keeps your skills relevant but also demonstrates your commitment to professional growth. And finally, and too often ignored, is the importance of developing and cultivating what are called “soft skills”. Skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management a(and others) are essential. For the successful social worker. Such soft skills complement one’s technical abilities and are highly valued by employers. And in many ways are what will enable a person to advance in their career.
Elisa Martin Ph.D., MSW
Associate Professor of Social Work, Department Chair & Program DirectorSiena College
Social Sciences
What general advice would you give to a Relief Worker?
Elisa Martin Ph.D., MSW: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the need for social workers will grow faster than many other professions, which means finding employment upon graduation will not be a problem.
What general advice would you give to a Relief Worker?
Cindy Snell: Be able to articulate the skills and experience you have that are relevant to the jobs you are seeking - tell your story! Learn another language than English. Negotiate your hiring terms. Learn about loan forgiveness options.
What general advice would you give to a Relief Worker?
Camille Coleman: Do your research within the state and or country, and or agency you are seeking potential employment. Look up the laws, compare them to other states, don't be afraid to look at all careers within the social work field, for example research in social work gets overlooked, facilitation, curriculum development, etc. Future social workers should seek reciprocity in multiple states to practice counseling services after obtaining one's licensure, if wanting to provide therapeutic services. This will give one leverage to negotiate higher salary requests.
What general advice would you give to a Relief Worker?
Dr. Aimée Vadnais Psy.D, LMFT: Keep in touch with your professors and classmates. They will be able to provide you with letters of recommendations in the future, connect you with job leads, and can make introductions to you to people in the field. Keep your resume current with any trainings or seminars that you attend and include additional certifications you obtain. Keep educating yourself by taking continuing education to learn more about certain topics, theories, interventions, or populations you are interested in learning more about. Network through CAMFT or AAMFT by attending their local chapter events, where you can meet others in the field in your area. Lastly, create a Linked In page so you can advertise about yourself and form local connections with others in your field.
What general advice would you give to a Relief Worker?
Andrew Schoolnik: Saying 'yes' to as many challenges and tasks as possible. The accumulation of these experiences will create new opportunities and the cumulation of myriad opportunities is central to career advancement. The 2021 revision to the Social Work Code of Ethics includes the importance of self-care, and saying 'yes' must be balanced with this.
Lillian Wichinsky Ph.D.
Associate DeanUniversity of Nevada - Reno
School of Social Work
What general advice would you give to a Relief Worker?
Lillian Wichinsky Ph.D.: A master's degree in social work maximizes the potential of social workers salaries and their level of expertise to provide needed services. Programs offered by CSWE accredited programs like the University of Nevada Reno, School of Social Work can maximize the potential of a social worker's career.
Joel Hektner Ph.D.
Professor and Department HeadNorth Dakota State University
Human Development and Family Science
What skills will help Relief Workers earn the most?
Joel Hektner Ph.D.: The ability to adapt your skills to the context you are in.