Career questions tagged social-worker
How difficult and mentally taxing is being a child and family social worker?
I am currently a high school senior trying to figure out where I want to go to college and I am currently planning on majoring in Social Work to later become a child and family social worker and I am just looking for some perspective on what to actually expect.
What does a ‘day in the life’ actually look like for a child welfare social worker?
I am a psychology major who is really interested in becoming a child welfare social worker, and I'd like some advice on what to expect from the job . I think hearing from a professional about what the job actually looks like on a day-to-day basis would really help me decide whether this is the right career path for me.
What’s the most emotionally challenging part of being a child welfare social worker, and how do you cope with it?
I am a psychology major who is really interested in becoming a child welfare social worker, and I'd like some advice on what to expect from the job and how to prepare for it. Especially the emotional aspect as someone who's highly empathetic.
how would i get to work as a social worker at 14 as a small career person?
how would i get work with kids or people at a young age and when will i get to work them and why would it take so long to get with the social working program
Should I switch my major from LADC to Social Work?
I'm a single mom of two teens, almost 40, so I have TONS of loved experience. I recently got back into college, took two classes over the summer, and I'm starting fall classes in a week pursuing my LADC. However, a few years ago, I decided that I wanted to be a Social Worker. Somehow this summer, I thought that I should be an LADC, but now I'm thinking that I'm not following my heart, and that I could help more people if I did have a social work degree vs just a LADC. I'm hoping for some opinions. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR TIME!!!!
How can I get ahead of the social work path I want to follow as a recent graduate??
I recently graduated high school and I'm planning on starting college next year to pursue social work. Because of complications with my financial assistance, I'm going to work to hopefully cover some of my school costs. Ideally. getting a job that would help me on my social work path would be great but I'm not sure where I could find opportunities like that in my area that's both paid and in that line of work. I also know it would be a reach to find anything like that since I have no experience. The closest thing I've got is a referral from my mom who works in healthcare to a patient services assistant at a local hospital-- so I'd just be getting insurance info from patients. I haven't applied to it yet and I'm not sure if I'll even get it. I'm unsure of where to look or who to ask for anything social work related around me. I really just want any experience now that will help me when I start school and to build my resume for future opportunities.
how do i get on the social work career path ?
my end goal would be become self contacted and have my own social work company
Should I plan on getting a master's in social work if I want to advocate for children with special needs?#
I worked as an intern in a school for children with special needs and would enjoy being an advocate for them to ensure their needs are met.
Is social work rewarding enough to make stable life What types of internships should I look into? If I wanted to do something with law and social work what should I do ??
Is social work rewarding enough to make stable life ? What types of internships should I look into? If I wanted to do something with law and social work what should I do ?
Can I still be a LCSW with an anxiety disorder?
I am transferring to CSUSB this upcoming fall and joining their pre-social work program. I want to be social worker, but I am worried my anxiety disorder might get in the way of that. I love serving my community and I love meeting new people, but I have a hard time networking with people in my same field because of my anxiety. I know networking is a big part of being a social worker. You can't provide your clients with the resources they need if you don't make connections. I want to know if there are any MSW, BSW, or LCSW who have felt this way. How do you over come it? Can I still be a social worker if I have an anxiety disorder?
Should I be a social worker?
My social worker told me that I should be a social worker because working in the healthcare field is my passion. However, I am afraid that I will not make a great social worker because I am not good at communicating, controlling my past trauma, and fear that I might be too tough or controlling of the patients. Should I be a social worker? Should I reconsider a different career?
What does a day in the life of an adoption social worker look like?
I plan to pursue a degree in social work in college, but I don't know which field of social work I should go into when it comes to jobs. Being an adoption social worker is one of my top choices.
How can social workers make the greatest impact #Spring25?
How can social workers make the greatest impact? #Spring25
How do I become a mental health social worker?
I am a college freshman Note: this question was asked anonymously by a real learner
What’s the difference between a LMSW(license master in social work) and a LCSW(license clinical in social work) ?
I am a college freshman Note: This question was asked anonymously by a real learner
been thinking about becoming a social worker. What are some key skills and qualities needed to succeed in this field, and are there any specific areas of social work that are currently growing or in high demand ?
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Human Services or Social Worker?
Hi everyone, I switched from Computer Science to Pre-Social Work at a community college. I have received so much advice that confused me. My case manager encouraged me to pursue in Social Work field which is more job opportunities. My academic advisor encouraged me to consider Human Services for I only have to complete 37 credits in community college (because some of my credits from my previous major counted) while it will be 52 credits in pre-social work. I also looked at the university website where I want to transfer. The BS for Human Services only takes 52 credits to complete, whereas 120 in Social Worker. My questions are: Can I get a Human Services BS and then earn a Social Worker MSW? On the requirement courses, I see courses in Human Services are more interesting than Social Worker. The 2nd question is which one is your recommendation for me? Thank you so much!
Can I still become a child psychologist if I pursue a (B.S.) instead of (B.A.)?
I'm struggling, because the college I got accepted into doesn't offer a bachelor in arts only in science, but would I still be able to become a child psychologist?
What are some good colleges to look into, to become a teacher?
I'm in the 9th grade and really want to be a teacher. But I need to start looking at some to go to.
What does the work environment look like when working as a social worker in a hospital or school.?
I want to work with children so I am deciding if I want to be a social worker for a hospital or school. But I also wonder how a day to day would look like. I have talked with the few social workers I know but most of them work for the state rather then the field I want to go to though it might be the same I still want to know in what ways its different and what could be similar with work load, hours and more.
What types of things can I start doing to work toward college. Another question I have is what majors work with young children. Lastly, is there are certain things that I need to work toward to work with kids or in certain fields such as being an educator or a social worker for children and more?
I am in 9th grade in a high school located in California. As of right now I am 14 years old. I am willing to do things such as volunteering, researching, taking classes and more
What's the different thing you may do during the job like on hands or at a desk?
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How much can you get paid going into the social work field ?
What is everything you have to go through to get the job?
Is it possible to work in the Social Work field with a Bachlor degrree in Political Science?
I am entering my third year of my Bachelor studies in Political Science.I am feeling very very lost .Unfortunately, along the way I have realized that this degree isn't what I want to do in the future. I have been exploring my options, and I find Social Work like such a compatible job for me. I have this huge drive and desire to help others and at the same time I have an interest in advocacy and being part of social movements/organizations.I think I have a lot of traits that could really contribute to the social work field,for example: empathy. I am searching for internships in social work organizations,but haven't had any luck. Could I venture into this field with my degree? If yes, how could I do this?
What are the requirements for being a Social Worker?
I want to be a Child Welfare Social Worker, do you have any advice on where and how I should start?
How do I get to my end goals ?
How do I get to my end goals? I'm struggling to understand the concept.
Hello! I am currently trying to get back into college and my major prior was Nursing. However, after a giveaway event I've done I found a love for social work. I'm currently 21 and I'm wondering if others can share their experience of being a social worker, especially from the women minority experience. In addition to if you're doing social work in a big city. Also if you can share the environment you use your degree in that would be amazing! Thank you again.
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What class/classes would be best to take in high school if I am interested in becoming a social worker?
I am in 9th grade and want to know what classes I should take during my last few years of high school.
How can a social worker be of help to the society?
In aspect of socialization to the community
