Social Worker
Supports individuals and families facing social, emotional, or financial hardship.
Degree
Also known as
Child and Family Social WorkerAdults' Social WorkerMental Health Social WorkerStatutory Social Worker
Essential Skills
Risk assessment and safeguardingCase management and care planningStatutory legislation knowledge (child protection, mental health)Interview and assessment skillsMulti-agency workingReport writing and court documentation
Good to Have
Trauma-informed practiceSigns of Safety methodology
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