Social Workers

Duties and Responsibilities:

Social workers help those who need help when trying to solve and cope with problems. One other group of social workers are know to be Clinical social workers. These types of social workers diagnose and treat mental, emotional, and behavioral issues. They also provide couple, individual, and group therapy sessions. Many also refer patients to resources and services, like support groups and/or mental health professionals. Most clinical social workers also work in a private practice.

Salary: $45,000

Education:

To become a social worker, one must obtain their Bachelor’s Degree. This would be in the fields of psychology or sociology, this would be the Bachelor’s Degree in Social Worker(BSW). Some occupations may require a Master’s Degree in Social Work(MSW). It usually would take up to 2 years to complete .

Demand or need for this particular career:

This occupation is projected to grow by 12% in the years of 2014 to 2024. As the employment growth would be the cause of more healthcare and social services needed. In clinical social workers the percentage is seen to increase by 19%.

Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

I would like to be one in the future, however that is not my goal. I already would like to work with children and help them. But I wouldn’t be able to see others in need of help and service. I know that this career involves a lot of strength and ways to not show emotions as openly. So no, it is not suited for me as I can get very emotional with certain things.