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Social Work

Career in Social Work

Social work can be a profession which participates in helping individuals, families, groups and communities to enhance their individual and collective well-being. Social work is related with individual and personal problems, but at broader level, it does consider social issues like education, hygiene, health services, poverty, unemployment and domestic violence.

The uniqueness of social work practice is in the blend of some particular values, knowledge and skills, including the use of relationship as the basis of all interventions and respect for the client’s choice and involvement.

Key to Success

To be successful in Social Work you should have/ develop:

Ability to listen to others
You should be good at picking up on social cues
Able to working closely with people of all class
good at controlling your emotions
Never give attitude
Trustworthy
Constantly acquiring knowledge

Scope and Opportunities

Having a Bachelor (BSW) or Master (M.A in Social Work/MSW) degree in Social Work is generally a professional social worker. These can get employed in administrative, management and policy planning positions at various Government and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) as well as in government organizations. Both Governmental and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), International organizations employ professionals from this field, one willing to work hard and in any given conditions. Industrial and commercial sectors too employ social workers.

Designations enjoyed by Social Work Professionals in different employment sectors
Governmental Sector
· Research Officer/Researcher
· Welfare/Development Officer (like Child/Youth/Women/Labour etc.)
· Community Development Officer
· Jail Probationary/Welfare Officer

Non-Governmental Sector
· Program Officer
· Program Coordinator
· Project Officer
· Training Coordinator
· Development Professional
· Consultant
· Sociologist
· Vocational Rehabilitation
· Counselor

Lifestyle & Social Status

It’s an indoor as well outdoor activity
Remuneration wise initially it may not be that promising.
Working urban as well as rural areas
Doing long-hour field work and extensive travelling
Well known Personalities in

Medha Patkar
Rajendra Singh - waterman of India

Career Path

Job Profile

There are three general categories or levels of intervention for Social Work professionals.

The first is “Macro” social work which involves society or communities as a whole. This type of social work practice would include policy forming and advocacy on a national or international scale.
The second level of intervention is described as “Mezzo” social work practice. This level would involve work with agencies, small organizations, and other small groups. This practice would include policy making within a social work agency or developing programs for a particular neighborhood.
The final level is the “Micro” level that involves service to individuals and families.

What are the key skills required for Social Work

Skill set

Documentation.
Communication – oral as well as written skills
Team management
Good Observation skills
Critical Thinking
Computer knowledge
Problem Solving

Work Value

Challenging
Integrity and honesty
No monotony in work
Working for a social cause
Innovation

What are the career opportunities in Social Work

Current Job Scenario

Having completed degree preferably a Master’s degree in Social Work is highly preferred in developmental agencies and NGOs. The salary of a professional social worker in development sector varies from organization to organization. Students completing M.S.W from institutes like TISS, XISS, Delhi University – are generally preferred and are paid high package at the beginning.

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