Social Worker Jobs Forum |
Get new comments by email
|
Current Discussions (315) - Start a Discussion
|
PigbitinMad Updated 19 hours ago |
Career transition from social work field - 213 RepliesLibarian? Peace and Quiet? Any suggestions is greatly appreciated[/QUOTE] "OH God not Library Science. Unless you are young and have a second... |
|
rbc892 Updated 1 day ago |
Failed the LMSW exam 3-times. I am stuck! - 215 Replies[QUOTE who="Social Worker in San Diego, California"]I keep reading these posts and feel called to share that I highly recommend the Therapist... |
|
Hubert Injeine Updated 6 days ago |
why are RNs offered the same jobs as LCSW??? - 2 RepliesHello: I understand your frustration-this is why I'm in nursing school...if you want to do anything in the mental health/medical field..nursing... |
|
Charlotte |
Gerontology or Forensic/Criminal Justice? Anyone with input on either specialization?I am considering a career in Social Work and I have been thinking hard about what I could see myself doing as far as an actual job. I think that... |
|
cdilayi@webmail.co.za Updated 13 days ago |
Social Work in South Africa - 620 RepliesHello! Im newly qualified social worker from Johannesburg West in Roodepoort. I am Registered by SACSSP. I'm currently working in the Drug and... |
|
ToadyGirl888 Updated 16 days ago |
Career change? - 151 Replies[QUOTE who="bianca in Chicago, Illinois"]Social Workers get stressed out due to low pay, high caseloads, unreal expectations from the stakeholders... |
|
Nicole Updated 19 days ago |
Finding a social work job with UK MSW qualifications - 206 Replies[QUOTE who="Ndi in Sugar Land, Texas"]I obtained my MSSW from UT Arlington- I would highly suggest you finish your program here in the US because all... |
|
money for social work Updated 26 days ago |
Leaving the field - 397 RepliesInteresting comments going on.Some got negative vibes ,whilst others got constructive points. I would love it if all you guys like this page right... |
|
hell0 Updated 29 days ago |
Social work or accounting? - 7 RepliesStick with Social Work.. they can't outsource that. Dell is outsourcing accountants.. our jobs and HP is moving accounting to India now. I Highly... |
|
gdumble Updated 1 month ago |
"Child Protective Specialists" Job Interview Questions. - 554 Replies[QUOTE who="Snowball25 in Bronx, New York"]Thank you so much for the info gdumble[/QUOTE] Sure thing.... If you get a chance, stop by and see what... |
|
Sinaa Updated 1 month ago |
Im a German Social Worker looking into jobs in Northern California / Bay Area. - 7 RepliesSorry, I meant: I just wanna *face my realistic chances... |
|
Jacky Updated 1 month ago |
Is it even worth it? - 2 RepliesIt sounds like you have been around some negativity? It can be contagious. I have worked in business type environments where the only thing that... |
|
Mae Updated 1 month ago |
Stressed new graduate lookig for a social work job - 341 RepliesIf money was no object and not a source of stress, what social work career/specialisation would you choose? What specialisation is most respectful... |
|
JediCandy Updated 1 month ago |
Hope for Social Workers? - 3 RepliesThanks, Jacky. It's not the 100k I'm worried about. I come from a family of hard times, which is mostly why I'm afraid to...I don't know, stop the... |
|
reneegavin Updated 1 month ago |
Is social work a bad idea? - 2 Replies[QUOTE who="Jacky in Everett, Washington"]Most people do not understand what social workers do. And, I'm sure their take on "depressing" work has a... |
|
Former Child Welfare Worker Updated 1 month ago |
Who has worked in Child Protective Services? - 1 ReplyYes there is a lot of turn over. Demanding paper work, court hearings, crisis, and field work. Some workers have to do work after work hours. You... |
|
ACE RECRUITER PSYCHIATRY NEUROLOGY Updated 2 months ago |
Best place in the US for a social worker to live? - 383 Replies[QUOTE who="Leslie LCSW in Hot Springs, Arkansas"]Well this may sound suprising but Arkansas is one of the best places for social workers. You have... |
|
traceyhayes1972 Updated 2 months ago |
Social Work vs School Psychology - 2 RepliesIn order to work in socia work you have to have a passion for it. Social workers are not in it for the money they do it to help people. It is not a... |
|
Mandy Updated 2 months ago |
registering with saccp - 4 Replieshi im also doing a welfare science degree, please tell me you already got a job or you still looking? im asking because someone told me that, job... |
|
chrisann |
Job Opportunities in GeorgiaJust finishing my BSW and thinking about Georgia. What are the job opportunities there and what is the pay like with a BSW? Thanks all! |
|
MC |
Social Workers looking to move, which cities are good for SW?My wife and I are both Social Workers and are looking to move. We are thinking to move to a few different cities, we are thinking Seattle, WA;... |
|
Jordan |
Feel StuckKeep trying. You're probably not nearly as stuck as you might imagine. Striking out several times with interviews? I had 30 interviews in 15... |
|
Sue Updated 2 months ago |
License reciprocity? - 1 ReplyYou have to re-apply for licensure by reciprocity. It is very different in every state. There are lots of hoops to jump through - more in some... |
|
FKURSUN Updated 2 months ago |
Social Work Abroad with US Degree - 133 RepliesHello dear, I am a social worker in Turkey. I am working Child Follow Up Center.. i am working as a family counselor. We are working here child... |
|
VFB Updated 2 months ago |
LGSW - 1 ReplyWow this is wonderful. I will be taking the exam Saturday, March 30, 2013, not really nervous but don't know what to expect. Like you my license will... |
|
Matt |
Question about a career in Non Profit with a MSWIf all goes well, I will graduate next spring with my MSW with a concentration in Administration & Community Practice. Recently, I have had an urge... |
|
Matt |
Question about a career in Non Profit with a MSWIf all goes well, I will graduate next spring with my MSW with a concentration in Administration & Community Practice. Recently, I have had an urge... |
|
Hall Updated 3 months ago |
Geriatric Social Workers Out There !??! - 1 ReplyHello! Would it be ok to take your career plans and upgrade them to the next level?My Lifevantage team need you to first watch 12mins of... |
|
Tom |
Social Work vs School PsychologyWhich job has better prospects, pay, and which is more fun/stress-free/satisfying? |
|
Marisa Updated 3 months ago |
Social Work in America - 66 Replies[QUOTE who="Kerrin in Melbourne, Australia"]I have a BSW with 10 years experience in Australia. I've easily located agencies to assist in working in... |
|
my0my |
MSW and the Uncertainties [East Coast Programs!]Hi I am finishing up my undergrad this June with a double major in Sociology and Criminal Justice. I am currently holding a 2.9 cumulative GPA. I... |
|
Nikkiiiiiiiii in Warwick, New York |
How much do Geriatric Social Workers make?Hello all, I'm currently 22 and still going to school, very frustrating as I'm not really sure what I want to do. I know I want a good job to help... |
|
Lauren in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania Updated 4 months ago |
msw - 1 ReplyI am looking into getting my masters in social work online, can anyone suggest some good schools? |
|
Lauren in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania Updated 4 months ago |
clinical Social Work salary in nyc - 2 RepliesHi,I currently have BA degree in psychology, i love the field and want to get into clinical social work. I have done some research and have found... |
|
MHLMSW in Westchester, New York |
Socia Worker Liability insuranceHello all--I'm currently looking to purchase Social Worker Liability Insurance and I'm searching for the "ballpark amount" of what it would cost.... |
|
jcslmsw in New York, New York Updated 4 months ago |
Social Work in Colorado - 2 RepliesMy wife and I plan to move Colorado in 6 months. We don't know a whole lot about Social Work in Colorado and we want to make sure that opportunities... |
|
jcslmsw in New York, New York Updated 4 months ago |
Need guidance in choosing a sub specialization in the field of social work? - 1 ReplyWhich field has better job opportunity in the Field of Social Work? In the state of New York , Illinois, Florida , Texas and California? Please help |
|
Akber in Des Plaines, Illinois |
Job opportunities for international students in the field of Social work in US?Hello All, I am currently studying at an MSW program and planned to get graduate in 2013 fall. Being an international student I am really worried... |
|
SW2002 in Curwensville, Pennsylvania Updated 5 months ago |
Jobs in the field with only a BSW - 3 RepliesHello, I want to go into the field of Social Work, however I'm curious as to the opportunities available for those with only a BSW. One thing I... |
|
JoshuaTodd in Lynbrook, New York Updated 5 months ago |
thoughts on Social Work PhD degrees - 236 RepliesHi everyone, I am currently finishing up a MS in Human Services. I am planning on going to school again to get my MSW and become a LCSW, but I... |
|
CJSW in Freehold, New Jersey |
How important is Grad School when it comes to employment?I just graduated with my B.A. and I'm now interested in pursuing a degree a M.S.W. There are so many MSW programs out there that it seems impossible... |
|
Sanassar in Macomb, Michigan Updated 5 months ago |
How to train as a social worker - 34 RepliesI am wondering if anybody can help me out with advice regarding training. I am a graduate (English not social work) and I currently work with young... |
|
SWTP in Los Angeles, California Updated 6 months ago |
Do you have to be licensed after you get the MSW?? - 6 RepliesAfter receiving the MSW, do you need to be licensed to be able to work? I live in NJ. What do you need to be licensed? Is it a test? Thank you! |
|
confused in Plymouth, Massachusetts Updated 6 months ago |
Joining NASW - 1 ReplyI'm done with wasting money for NASW membership every year. That's almost $200 a year I can use for other, more necessary and helpful things. After... |
|
johnst in Everett, Washington |
MSW and gaining experienceWhat's the best way to gain experience in social work? I have a BA degree and would like to apply to some MSW programs. I have zero experience. I... |
|
SamDavis99 in New York City, New York Updated 6 months ago |
No Experience -- Getting into an MSW program? - 18 RepliesHello. I just graduated with a B.S. in Psychology earlier this year. I have a 3.68 GPA and I think that I will do really well on the GRE (especially... |
|
JellybabyMcclean in Dublin, Ireland Updated 6 months ago |
Social work jobs in India - 2 RepliesI'm currently studying to be a social worker in Dublin. In two years I graduate. I really want to move to India but I don't know what kind of social... |
|
MW in Rochester, New York Updated 6 months ago |
on-call compensation for ed social workers - 1 ReplyAnyone please who is a social worker that does on-call work in an emergency room!!!!!!!!! How are you compensated? Are you paid per hour that you... |
|
marie in Nottingham, Maryland |
on-call compensation for ed social workersAnyone please who is a social worker that does on-call work in an emergency room!!!!!!!!! How are you compensated? Are you paid per hour that you... |
|
thompson in Thunder Bay, Ontario Updated 7 months ago |
MSW or RN - 58 RepliesI'm a recent graduate with a BSW having trouble finding a job with my degree. I love Social Work and am proud to have my BSW degree, but I'm getting... |
What's great about where you work? If you could change one thing about your job, what would it be? Got a question? Share the best and worst about what you do and where you work by joining a discussion or starting your own.
Subscribe to this forum as an RSS feed.
» Sign in or create an account to start a discussion.
