Social work careers

Most people tend to understand micro, macro and mezzo social work, but what do those jobs look like? Here's a breakdown of jobs at different levels. I think it really comes down to a) how many people are you working with at a time and b) how many other people are you influencing? Less moves towards micro, more towards macro.

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If you’re searching for a career that will allow you to help people in your local community, social work may be the career path for you. You will need a strong moral compass, high-levels of empathy, and the ability to compartmentalize your work and personal life.

Why be a Social Worker? Poem

If you saw my IG story earlier this month, you'll know the big news...I'm finally an LCSW!! I had very low expectations for my performance on the exam, but I'm glad I got it out of the way & have since been in the process of getting my practice started!! A detailed podcast ep will drop in the future to give you the info on that. For now, here is my social work career timeline :) #socialwork #socialworker #therapy #therapist #mentalhealth #career #careerdevelopment #lmsw #lcsw…

Most states use the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) exam which candidates must pass to gain licensure as a social worker. Some states require licensure at the Bachelors level, Masters level, and Clinical level, while other states only require Clinical licensure. (For a state-by-state listing of licensing requirements, visit this informative website.) My students want to know how to prepare for the exam, and I have some suggestions. 1. Plan ahead. Most states allow graduating…

Found this on a field placement document as a reminder to social work students on theories we should know when practicing in the field.