social+worker


 * Alex Martin**
 * Nicole Filipek**
 * Career Title:** Social worker.


 * Career Descripton:**
 * Assess which services clients need
 * Provide information on programs and services, such as legal aid
 * Counsel clients on addiction, depression, abuse, or other issues
 * Meet with clients to track progress
 * Develop and review social service programs and policies

Employment for social workers is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2018. Job prospects are expected to be favorable, particularly for social workers who specialize in the aging population or work in rural areas.
 * Skills Needed:**
 * Emotionally mature
 * An interest in helping others
 * Good with people
 * Problem-solving skills
 * Communication skills
 * Education:**
 * At least a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree
 * A master’s degree is required for some positions
 * A license, certification, or registration is required
 * Salary Information:**
 * $25,000 to $75,000 a year for most
 * The median is between $38,000 and $49,000 a year
 * Earnings depend on employer, experience, and education
 * Job Outlook:**
 * Related Careers:**
 * Clergy
 * Counselors
 * Health educators
 * probation officers
 * psychologists
 * social and human service assisant

careercruising.com bls.gov
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