Salary Range
$38,000 – $78,000
Job Outlook
7% growth through 2032
Education
Bachelor's (BSW) or Master's (MSW) in Social Work; license required for clinical practice
Work Settings
Onsite, Hybrid
About This Career
Social Workers help individuals and families cope with challenges including poverty, abuse, addiction, and mental illness. They connect clients with community resources and advocate for social justice.
Top Skills
Case managementCrisis interventionAdvocacyAssessmentCultural competencyResource coordination
Typical Responsibilities
- Assess client needs and develop service plans
- Connect clients with community resources
- Provide crisis intervention
- Advocate for client rights
- Maintain detailed case documentation
- Collaborate with other professionals
Common Certifications
✓ LCSW✓ LMSW✓ ACSW✓ State License
Career Progression
1
Case Worker
0-3 years experience
2
Social Worker
3-6 years experience
3
Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
6-10 years experience
4
Program Director
10+ years experience
ATS Keywords to Include in Your Resume
case managementcrisis interventionLCSWclient advocacyresource coordinationtrauma-informed care
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Hiring Industries
Non-Profit OrganizationsHospitalsSchoolsGovernment AgenciesMental Health Clinics
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