What is a social worker?
Do you generally go out of your way to help people? It takes a special brand of person to give themselves to the field of social work. Social workers aim to better the lives of other people – whether they are old, young, disabled or healthy. Social workers can be found in many walks of life, from child services and elderly care to helping out a neighbor in need.

How much education do you need?
Most social worker careers require a bachelor’s degree.

Does this career fit your personality type?
This career is great for social and enterprising types.

SKILLS YOU NEED

Writing Good writing skills are essential to communicating well with peers and people in need of help. Teamwork Being a good team player in this career means working effectively with other people to help improve living situations. Doing Good Social workers have a big heart. They devote their lives to helping others in need and making a difference in their lives. Creativity Creative thinking skills are handy in solving tricky problems and coming up with new ways to help people. Leadership Knowing how to influence people’s decisions helps social workers make a more positive impact. Brain Power Social workers need to do research, question current standards and find new ways to solve problems. Time Mastery Time is ticking! In this career it’s important to stay on task and get the job done so more people can be helped sooner.

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