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What is the best way to show you have a skill in one area when you don't have proof of work in that area but you have done it as volunteering?
I did a volunteer weekend of sales for over 10 hours a days and all places I have tried applying for need proof of former work. What should I do?
what conflicts should I expect when being a social worker?
Whenever I read articles, and hear things about conflicts that I should expect when I become a social worker, I never get a clear answer or idea of what really occurs within this specific job.
How do I better my communication skills ?🥲
Communicate in general ,but mostly kids .
Mastery Question
I have just graduated and I want to continue my academic journey with a master's degree in social work. Am I eligible even if my baccalaureate is not in social work?
I wanna help the foster system
I wanna help the foster system and maybe become a social worker for homes and to make sure foster homes are more safer and better since the no more abortion law has been made most people will depend on foster cares and the system is messed up how do I start a path into becoming a social worker...
How much do social workers make a year?
I'm a future social worker. # #social-services #social-worker #social-work
what are some degree programs in order for me to be a social worker?
#social-work #psychology #career
are there any good paid internships for social work undergraduates?
Currently interested in the social work field as a college undergraduate. Recently volunteered at a social work agency. #social-work #social
what jobs can i look into with an AA in Behavioral and social science?
Hello, I am a 20-year-old student who just graduated from a community college with an AA in Behavioral and social science, I am on my way to a CSU to obtain a bachelor's in psychology. For the time being, I am trying to find a. job/ internship that can help expand my career path, any...
Is it worth the time and money to get a master's degree in social work?
I am currently a social work major at Grand Valley State University, and I have been considering getting a master's in social work. I am not set on that however, because of the cost and time. #social-work
What are the best/worst parts of being a social worker/ psychologist?
#psychology #social #social-worker #social-work
What is it like to be a Social worker?
How stressful is your work? Do you plan to stay in this career? What do you think it takes to be become come one?
#social-worker #social-work # #psychology
Which should I do first, seek employment, or take the licensure exam for master of social work?
#social-work
#licensure
Social Work
What is your best piece of advice for those going beginning their Master's in Social Work? #grad-school #graduate-school #masters #social-work
What is a sure way to get clients for a clinical counseling professional?
#clients #therapists #therapy #social-work #family-therapy
When I graduate, I will have a Master in Social Work. I was told that VA jobs are top earning jobs in this field. I am a civilian. What are my chances of making it to an interview? What can I do to improve my odds?
#work #social-work #veteranadministration #working #career
What courses do you need to become a social worker?
I'm a CareerVillage staff member and I'm posting this because we know that many young people are looking for the answer to this question. This is among the most popular questions searched by youth, and we're hoping you will take a moment to share your response to it. Thank you! #college...
What can I do to prepare for a career in Public Policy?
I am currently in the social work program at my college, with a minor in political science. There are only 3 classes in public policy available at my school, which I plan to take in the next 3 years. I am interested in macro social work and social policy. What can I do as a college student with...
What is a Day in the Life like for a social worker?
I am interested in majoring in sociology in college?
#sociology #social-work
How do we keep young men and women involved in the community!
I love social work and I intern for Mercy Corps NW. We work with men and women reentering the community to get the resources they need to be successful. #5-10 #social-work #reentry #community #nonprofits #community-involvement
What does a first job represent?
I'm a high school senior looking for a part time position as my first job. Should a first job like this be focused on whatever is available, or should it connect to the career I want to pursue in the future. For context, I want to work as a macro social worker in the future, but there are few...
What is the hardest thing about being a social worker?
Currently a social work major #internships #social-work
What is the most difficult part of getting a master's degree?
I'm just starting my master's program at Utah State University and am finding that it is different than most of my bachelor's levels classes.
#social-work #masters-degree
What are some of the best parts about being a social worker?
That is what I plan to go to college for #social-work
What are the jobs availalble in social work
I am a 2nd year student of MSW (Masters in Social work) and want to know different career option i have and what is the pay i can get #social-work #social
What are some tips/tricks that you have used to improve your social skills/speech skills when dealing with clients/customers? Do you believe experience is best when it comes to improving speech/social skills for a career? Personal practice? Both?
I know social skills are very important when it comes to the career path that I want to follow; however, I am somewhat lacking in social skills. In discussion with a more professional context I have some difficulties, specifically interviews. This question pertains as much to a career as any...
What is the different settings social workers work in?
I am a psychology major in college #psychology #social-work #clinical-research
Undergraduate vs Graduate degree in social work?
What are the differences in classes and the college experience between earning a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in social work? #psychology #degree #social-work #colleges
With everything that is happening in the world today, what do you think we can do differently to help change the world or better yet, make the world a better place?
Coming to the United States, I never really understood why people say "let's make America great again". Was America never a great country and at what point was it great? I would just like to understand more. #criminal-justice #social-work #political-science #social-media
Can I get advice on social work and politics?
Right now I am pursuing a bachelors degree in Social Work. I am also pursuing a minor in public administration and a certificate in community resource management. Recently I have become interested in politics and local government. If I do eventually run for office or pursue a local government...
How many years of college do you need to complete to become a social worker?
I'm a sophomore in high school and I am interested in becoming a social worker because I want to work with children and give back. Do you need to get your bachelor's and your master's or just your bachelor's? Also what is it like to be a social worker? #social-work #high-school #social-worker...
what is a good place to start looking for jobs related to NGOs (non-government organizations) or Non-Profit Organizations?
I am about to graduate obtaining a B.A with an anthropology major. I wonder what is an effective way for a fresh graduate like me without much experience to look for jobs in the NGOs market. I am also an bilingual international student. #career #career-counseling #career-paths #social-work...
What are good volunteering ideas if I want to major in Social Work?
I plan on transferring from my community college to UT and would like to have some volunteering experience under my belt. #social-work #social-services
What are the negative aspects of graduating from university early?
I plan to attend the University of North Texas in the fall. After going over a course plan that I found for my major, social work, I realized that I will not be spending 4 years there. I have accumulated enough AP and dual credit hours to graduate in 3 years if I take 15 hours each semester. My...
What kind of job can you get with a social work major?
Will a major in social work give me the education to have an actual job in the non-profit sector, or will it give me the training to be a volunteer? What sort of job can I get with a Social Work major and how can I help people?
#social-work #volunteering
Child, Family and School Social Worker
Hey I understand that a child, family and school social worker, work with children and families who are struggling with social and psychological issues at schools, in the home or in their communities. And these environments interact with a wide variety of issues related to children, families...
How can I become an activist in my community/school?
I want to be more engaged in my school and community but more specifically in my field of study. I am a poly sci major minoring in environmental studies and want to eventually work for a non-profit organization. I've tried applying online but living in San Francisco makes it difficult to make...
Is Social Work a Good Major??
I want to help people... I love helping people. However, with a major in social work and doing that full time, will I have enough of an income to pay off my college debt? Or would it be better to major in something else and then volunteer to help people? I would love to help people full time,...
I want to major in emphasis of soical work. What things do i need to know before going into this field of study?
The reason why I'm asking about this is because I want to know from others people experience in being a social worker, what to expect and what not to expect. Mostly get more advice.
#MajorInSociology #social-work
What physical and mental pain does a social worker develop?
I'm asking because i am doing research on a social worker because i want to be one. #psychology #career-details #social-work #phycologists
What is the number one interviewing skills you look for in a new social worker?
I will be job seeking by the end of summer. #boss #licensed #personal-development #social-work #social
Did anyone try to convince you to change your major due to the amount of money your particular career made?
I'm planning to be a social work major and everyone has been trying to convince me to change my major and telling me that social workers don't make much of anything. The reason I chose the major that I chose wasn't because of the money but because its something I will enjoy waking up and doing...
How has being a social worker impacted you? What has been the most rewarding experience that you have had as a social worker?
Hi! I am a freshman in college and majoring in musical theatre and social science. When I graduate, I want to go to graduate school to get a master's in social work. Because I am planning to pursue a career in social work, specifically adoption social work or child welfare, I was wondering how...
Is a degree in nonprofit management necessary in order to work in a nonprofit organization?
I would like to work with a nonprofit in the future (because I have enjoyed volunteer work with non profit organizations) but would much rather learn the skills through experience than through a major. #non-profit
What is the best part about being a social worker?
Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at CareerVillage. I have a fellow classmate who wants to become a social worker. I've heard that it's a "thankless" job. Why would they want to do it? What makes the job worth it? #social-work