15th annual human service career fair
By Katrina Whitlow
Over 20 organizations gathered at this year's human services job fair, recently at the University at Buffalo's Amherst campus.
“If you enjoy helping others, a career in human services maybe of interest, “said Dennis Zakerjewski of Crisis Services Inc . Crisis Services is a non- profit mental and human service agency.
The Niagara Frontier College Placement Association sponsored the event.
NFCPA is a non-profit organization that is comprised of several centers throughout Western New York colleges, to provide employment opportunities for students.
Employment opportunities available include:
- permanent
- part time
- internship
- summer
- volunteers
- temporary
According to the human service career network there are a variety of jobs in this field, which perform important functions in the community.
Some occupations include:
- social welfare worker
- home health assistant
- life skills trainer
- outreach specialist
“There are numerous career opportunities available in human services,” said Chuck Barber of the Heritage Center . The Heritage Center provides services to the developmentally disabled.
Some of the following employers also attended this year's event:
If you would like additional information please contact (716) 645-2232.
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