Social workers are walking problem solvers. They are also educators, counselors, administrators, policy makers, supervisors, researchers, therapists, and managers who, regardless of their role, share the goal of helping others improve their life quality.
Social workers help individuals, families, organizations, and communities overcome tough ongoing issues or deal with sudden unexpected crisis. Those who enter the field usually do so because they're most interested in a career that offers a wide range of interesting duties that lead to a sense of deep personal enrichment.
What they do:
Help others deal with and resolve social, financial, physical, or mental issues.
Where they work:
Education Requirements:
A Bachelor's of social work (BSW) is the minimum education requirement and provides a foot in the door to entry level jobs which are typically clerical in nature. A Master's (MSW) enables a social worker to manage case loads or work in a health care setting with hands-on client involvement.
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