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Julia Updated 7 hours ago |
MSW programs in NY area - 277 Replies[QUOTE who="Sara in New York, New York"]Hey Julia. From what I heard from a few friends, it's a convenient program. I think it's slightly more... |
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Kathy Updated 10 hours ago |
thoughts on Social Work PhD degrees - 190 RepliesAbsolutely, you certainly don't need a Ph.D to do policy-related social work. A BSW or MSW will suffice. I know a few BSW's who are directly involved... |
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pya Updated 19 hours ago |
"Child Protective Specialists" Job Interview Questions. - 286 Replies[QUOTE who="Ms. A in Millbrook, New York"]@T.P The interview involves a series of 10-12 questions, all scenario based. Ex: Tell me about a time when... |
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Diana Updated 1 day ago |
How am I suppose to get supervision hours for my LCSW (husband is military and I want a VA job) - 9 Replies[QUOTE who="VA Social Worker in San Ramon, California"]Alyssa, the VA does hire non-licensed social workers, with the caveat that they become an LCSW... |
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gnote Updated 1 day ago |
Leaving the field - 216 Replies[QUOTE who="lexi in Lenexa, Kansas"]I have considered that but since I have nothing holding me back now I would rather just get it over with. I'm... |
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gnote Updated 1 day ago |
Career change? - 105 Replies[QUOTE who="tc in Foley, Alabama"]I was in nursing, about to graduate within 2 semesters, dropped. What a MISTAKE!! Went into the social work... |
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Sugga Updated 2 days ago |
Failed the LMSW exam 3-times. I am stuck! - 31 RepliesI was in a similar position, failed the exam once by 5 points. Looking back, I was very anxious and had a problem concentrating on the questions. I... |
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Sunshine State Updated 3 days ago |
MSW or RN - 47 RepliesMy scenario is the following: i have a Master in Counseling and i have been working as teacher since then. Now teachers are losing their tenures,... |
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Mike Burns Updated 3 days ago |
Fired from job - what to do??? - 1 ReplyBy the way, I am a MSW and an LSW if it helps. |
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Sinead1 |
Australian MSW in USA?Hi All, I was wondering whether anyone could give me any information about working in the US with an Australian MSW? I have worked in the women's... |
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Elizabeth Updated 3 days ago |
Stressed new graduate lookig for a social work job - 278 Replies[QUOTE who="Rebecca Janine Wetmore in Arcata, California"]BSW is not a prerequisite for LSW.[/QUOTE] A BSW is a prerequisite for an LBSW in Texas |
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Rebecca Janine Wetmore Updated 3 days ago |
Career as a Social Worker - 5 RepliesI would recommend obtaining a good background in psychology for this field, perhaps with social work as a minor rather than a central educational... |
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jobs in michigan Updated 4 days ago |
Finding a job in S/E michigan... - 25 RepliesThis is really good news for every one who is seeking a IT job in Michigan state. Today this state provides a variety of Information Technology jobs... |
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Scoots Updated 4 days ago |
wanting to call it quits - 27 RepliesI've been doing social work as an MSW since 1989. I've had horrible jobs and a few really cool ones (home health care in the 1990s, dialysis,... |
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Bama_MSW Updated 4 days ago |
Social Work Abroad with US Degree - 122 RepliesI have a MSW from the University of Alabama with 10+ years of experience in child welfare & mental health. I am licensed as a LGSW in Alabama. I... |
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Bama_MSW Updated 4 days ago |
Finding a social work job with UK MSW qualifications - 196 RepliesI have a MSW from the University of Alabama with 10+ years of experience in child welfare & mental health. I am licensed as a LGSW in Alabama. I... |
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maheshsocialwork |
fund raisingi am interested to work in the area of fund raising, basically i am a social worker, so pl suggest me, how to build strong capacities in fund raising |
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divya pandhi Updated 5 days ago |
No Experience -- Getting into an MSW program? - 9 Replieshellow sir/madam:) .. i m doing bcom nd this my last year nd i wnt to join msw course.wht should i do .some are telling that u have to give entrance... |
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Louis Updated 7 days ago |
Social Work in South Africa - 596 RepliesHello Bienkie, Congratulations on your career advancement. I hope you're enjoying the transition...(and better pay/work load). Hey listen, thanks... |
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CindyP1234 Updated 8 days ago |
Best place in the US for a social worker to live? - 311 Replies[QUOTE who="staceynicole in Brooklyn, New York"]I've been following this site for more than three years now... I've learned quiet a bit from your... |
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nqwelonomakula Updated 13 days ago |
registering with saccp - 2 RepliesMy name is Nomakulo Nqwelo and I live in Durban.I'm doing my 3rd year in welfare science(Unisa).I would like to be registered with the council. |
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sparrow Updated 13 days ago |
Any social workers who can afford to travel out of the country once a year? - 1 ReplyI have tried to answer you SEVERAL times but the forum wasn't working. I also sent 2requests to Indeed asking for help. PLEASE email me. I know it's... |
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mumbai_social worker |
An Indian Citizen with a MSW degree interested in taking up a job in USHi Forum, I am an Indian Citizen with an MSW degree from a Premier Indian University, I am interedted in taking up a job in the USA, Can someone help... |
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Sheila in Toronto, Ontario Updated 18 days ago |
Working in the UK - 1 ReplyHello, I received my BSW in the US and have worked for non profits and child protection. I am looking at working in the UK; however I would need... |
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sandy in Biarritz, France |
aide medico psychologiquehi all , my name is sandy i worked in the uk for the nhs I worked with mentaly and physicaly disabled adults and teenagers, helping them to have a... |
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onesw in Vancouver, British Columbia Updated 20 days ago |
Undergrad college student: What jobs are good for me? - 5 RepliesI am a sophomore and right now a psych major. I want to get a BA in psych however i do not want to become a psychologist because people say... |
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socialwkr in Jefferson City, Missouri Updated 21 days ago |
other career fields similar to social work? - 10 RepliesHi everyone. I keep thinking about going for my MSW degree. I don't have any SW work experience. And when I hear about the lack of jobs out there,... |
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sparrow in Baltimore, Maryland Updated 21 days ago |
Social Work in Australia? - 8 RepliesHi All, The Northern Territory Government of Australia has partnered with HCL Social Care and will be coming to Canada to interview candidates for... |
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Willsmith01 in Unit 7, Kingston Workshops, United Kingdom Updated 22 days ago |
Career transition from social work field - 27 RepliesI am in my late thirties and have been a clinical social worker for my entire adult working life. I have experience in a variety of mental health,... |
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mr.c in Yonkers, New York Updated 23 days ago |
Looking at other careers I can utilitze my MSW - 1 ReplyI have been in social work for almost 5 years and I HATE IT! I have done case management in housing, child welfare and now working with senior... |
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Faith84 in Michigan Updated 25 days ago |
How to get started in the field of addiction treatment?? - 1 ReplyI have a BA in Communications and I'm really interested in becoming a councilor/ psychologist with a specialty in drug and alcohol addiction and... |
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Faith84 in Michigan |
Going back to work in an area I don't likeHi everyone...I have a question and I was wondering if anyone could offer some insight... I've been unemployed for several months (I was... |
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Sara in Bremen, Germany Updated 27 days ago |
Im a German Social Worker looking into jobs in Northern California / Bay Area. - 5 RepliesHi Guys, I am a German social worker, working with teenager here in Berlin. Im working in a (kind of) youth center / school. In fact our youth... |
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Diego in Brooklyn, New York Updated 27 days ago |
Sw - 1 ReplyHi I've been a sw in the uk for 10 years and a manager in the children looked after field for the past 5 I am thinking of emigrating to US but all... |
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trishad+ in Phoenix, Arizona Updated 27 days ago |
advice needed - 1 ReplyI work for CPS and I ended up having to call in a report on the home where my sister is renting a room, due to the living conditions and my sister's... |
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qrm06 in Tallahassee, Florida |
Conservatism in Social WorkI know there is another thread on this topic but I wanted to update and get the topic started again! I started a yahoo group on Conservatism in... |
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Sharon in Las Vegas, Nevada Updated 29 days ago |
help!!! - 1 ReplySo, I am a 3 semesters away from getting my degree in sociology with a minor in gerontology, and I want to go into social work. I wanted to major in... |
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darnell239 in Columbia, South Carolina Updated 1 month ago |
opinions regarding a post MSW graduate certificate - 2 RepliesI would like to hear some opinions about working on a graduate certificate. I am a MSW graduated in 2002 but never held an "actual social work job."... |
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mr.c in Yonkers, New York Updated 1 month ago |
Social Worker MSW - 1 ReplyI recently graduated with my Master of Social Work but I am finding it difficult to find a job. If anyone has advice or ideas for job opportunities,... |
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Bluetea in Texas Updated 1 month ago |
Bilingual Preferred - 1 ReplyI was just curious exactly what is meant by "Bilingual Preferred." Does that really mean the company is set on hiring a bilingual candidate and is... |
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onesw in Vancouver, British Columbia |
What do you like/love about being a social worker?There are so many SW discussion threads online that contain negative messages about the profession. Thought it might be a good idea for those of us... |
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kleslie in Chapel Hill, North Carolina |
Does North Carolina have comity with California for LCSW?I have a California LCSW and I just moved to Chapel Hill. On the website for the Board in NC, it says they do it case by case. Any recent folks... |
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Heidi in Rauma, Finland Updated 1 month ago |
B.S.W in USA after a degree in psychology? - 2 RepliesHey everyone, I am getting my psychology undergrad degree this year from the UK. However, I am hoping to go into Social work in the future, and... |
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CdnSocialWorker in Vancouver, British Columbia |
Question for US Social Workers re: Job SecurityHi all, I graduated with a BSW a few years ago, worked at a local hospital for some time, and then went back to school for a MSW. I now work in... |
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alicenavo7@msn.com in London, United Kingdom Updated 1 month ago |
Social Work in America - 20 RepliesI have a BSW with 10 years experience in Australia. I've easily located agencies to assist in working in the UK that help with getting your visa and... |
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ladymeek@msn.com in Abingdon, United Kingdom Updated 1 month ago |
Interview Preparation - 10 RepliesDo you have any tips to help prepare for an upcoming social worker interview? Are there common interview questions that come up again and again? |
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Kimberly in Far Rockaway, New York Updated 1 month ago |
Do hospital social workers have to make home visits? - 1 ReplyI am considering going to school to pursue an MSW but I am having serious anxiety regarding my decision. I know that regardless if you are a teacher,... |
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Jax in New York, New York Updated 1 month ago |
LCSW licensure in multiple states - 2 Repliescan you hold an LCSW in NY AND in FL at the same time? |
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kara in Surrey, British Columbia Updated 1 month ago |
Social Work in Mexico City - 3 RepliesHello all, I hold a MSW from an American school, and am now living in Mexico City. I have had a very hard time finding employment here. My Spanish... |
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USC_SKH in Atlanta, Georgia |
When to start applying for jobsI will be getting my MSW from USC in May 2012. When should I start applying for jobs? I know government jobs take a while but what about jobs at... |
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