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Every community needs an advocate,

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and many communities are fortunate to have

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social and community service managers fulfill that purpose.

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These professionals are sensitive to community needs,

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developing plans and raising funds to help serve children,

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the elderly, immigrants, ex-offenders, the homeless,

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and other groups within the community.

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Social and community service managers work closely

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with government offices, non-profit agencies,

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and other groups that represent their clients

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to ensure their organization’s services will meet community needs.

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They also raise money to pay for program costs

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by writing grant proposals and speaking at fundraising events.

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When they’re not out meeting with community members and donors,

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they may be found in the office developing program budgets,

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designing and analyzing surveys to identify

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service needs or measure program outcomes,

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or working on strategies to promote their programs.

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These managers work in many sectors

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including nursing, residential, religious, and rehabilitation.

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They usually work full time, with overtime hours expected

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when needed to meet important deadlines.

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Most have a bachelor’s degree in social work,

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urban studies, public health, or a related field.

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Many have extensive experience providing

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direct service before managing a program.