Race, class and multiple role strains and gains among women employed in the service sector

Race and social class differences in the quality of job and parenting experiences, and multiple role gains and strains, are examined in a sample of 229 black and white female social workers and licensed practical nurses. Both race and class differences in job-role quality were found, but only class differences were found in parenting concerns. Race and class differences were found in multiple role gains and strains.