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Youth Worker

Based on 35 assessments

9% Low risk

Average realistic automation risk across all Youth Worker profiles in the dataset.

Raw potential
16%
Realistic risk
9%
Research benchmark ?
38%

Raw potential = I/O automation ceiling. Realistic risk = adjusted for informal knowledge and social context. Research benchmark: Eloundou et al. (2023)

Distribution across 35 profiles. Middle half of Youth Workers score between 7% and 10%.

0% 50% 100%
p10 · 6%
13% · p90
On-screen work 0%

Done entirely on a computer. High AI exposure — these tasks are already in the automation zone.

In-person + screen 16%

Physical sensing, digital output — e.g. interviewing someone then writing a report. Partially protected.

Computer + action 0%

Computer input, real-world output — needs someone to act on it, not just software.

Fully in-person 84%

No computer required. Furthest from automation — the strongest human advantage.

3 synthetic profiles for a Youth Worker, ordered by automation exposure. Tab between them to see how task mix drives the score difference.

Task Time Type Exposure
One-on-one mentoring sessions with young people to discuss personal issues, set goals, and develop action plans
deep expertise
51% AA 5%
Facilitating group workshops on topics like life skills, conflict resolution, or career readiness
deep expertise
21% AA 4%
Organizing and supervising recreational or community activities (e.g., sports, arts, or volunteer projects) to build social connections and confidence
deep expertise
18% AA 1%
Documenting case notes and progress reports after interactions with youth (e.g., updating digital records with observations, concerns, or next steps)
3% AD 39%
Crisis intervention (e.g., responding to emergencies like self-harm, homelessness, or family conflicts, often requiring immediate in-person support)
deep expertise
2% AA 5%
Coordinating with schools, social services, or healthcare providers to arrange support or interventions for young people (e.g., phone calls, emails, or meetings)
1% AA 2%
Outreach work, such as visiting youth in their homes, schools, or public spaces to build trust and check on their well-being
deep expertise
1% AA 0%

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