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Can AI do the work of a Social worker?
Today an AI can already prep materials, sort notes, and write a first summary. The class, the source, and the patient still need someone in the room.
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IS WORK OVER?
Social worker
29%
AI or a robot can already do 29% of this job.
#47 / 103
View rankingSocial worker
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Maintain case history records and prepare reports.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 55% | +8.3 |
Counsel students whose behavior, school progress, or mental or physical impairment indicate a need for assistance, diagnosing students' problems and arranging for needed services.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 22% | +2.2 |
Counsel individuals, groups, families, or communities regarding issues including mental health, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse, physical abuse, rehabilitation, social adjustment, child care, or medical care.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Consult with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to determine causes of problems, such as truancy and misbehavior, and to implement solutions.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Serve as liaisons between students, homes, schools, family services, child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, doctors, and other contacts to help children who face problems, such as disabilities, abuse, or poverty.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Develop and review service plans in consultation with clients and perform follow-ups assessing the quantity and quality of services provided.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Counsel parents with child rearing problems, interviewing the child and family to determine whether further action is required.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Interview clients individually, in families, or in groups, assessing their situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required to meet their needs.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 24% | 28% | +6.7 |
| Total | 100% | 29% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- social work theory
- legal requirements in the social sector
- social sciences
- adolescent psychological development
- social justice
- company policies
- apply anti-oppressive practices
- provide social counselling
- work within communities
- assess the development of youth
Sources for this job· O*NET 21-1021.00· ESCO/ISCO 2635
IS WORK OVER?
Tax advisor
30%
#36 / 103
View rankingTax advisor
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Compute taxes owed or overpaid, using adding machines or personal computers, and complete entries on forms, following tax form instructions and tax tables.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Use all appropriate adjustments, deductions, and credits to keep clients' taxes to a minimum.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Prepare or assist in preparing simple to complex tax returns for individuals or small businesses.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Furnish taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to ensure correct tax form completion.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Review financial records, such as income statements and documentation of expenditures to determine forms needed to prepare tax returns.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Interview clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Explain federal and state tax laws to individuals and companies.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Check data input or verify totals on forms prepared by others to detect errors in arithmetic, data entry, or procedures.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 20% | 28% | +5.6 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- value-added tax law
- tax legislation
- inform on fiscal duties
- advise on tax planning
- inspect tax returns
- prepare tax returns forms
- calculate tax
- research taxation procedures
- interpret financial statements
- prepare financial statements
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-2082.00· ESCO/ISCO 2411