Social Work Careers
Clinical, school, child welfare, hospital, community — every social work path.
Social work splits between clinical paths (LCSW, MSW) and community-based, school, and child-welfare roles. Each has different licensure, caseload, and emotional-load profiles.
6 careers in this collection
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
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Assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs.
Healthcare Social Workers
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Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses.
Social Workers, All Other
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Specialized social workers across policy, research, and niche populations not covered by other titles.
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
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Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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A healthcare professional specializing in clinical therapy and case management.
Social Worker
Growing
Advocate for vulnerable populations and empower individuals and families to overcome challenges and build better lives
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