Educational Path
Upper Moreland High School
What is my High School alma mater. A high school diploma or GED are the first steps towards seeking out a social work degree.
Problem Solving
What is a required skill for social workers. We are constantly seeking out information.
Community Social Worker
Who are social workers that develop and run outreach and support programs for communities. They may specialize in working with specific groups, like older adults, people experiencing homelessness, or specific chronic conditions.
Health Care & Aging
Where are hospitals, community health centers, in-patient substance abuse facilities, primary care offices, nursing homes and senior centers?
$78,133
What is the average salary in PA according to Salary.com. Education, certifications and organizational structure greatly influence compensation. For instance, non profits will pay much less than government agencies.
BSW
What is a Bachelor's of Science in Social Work (BSW) from Millersville University. Schools must be accredited by CSWE.
Cognitive behavioral therapy
What is an example of one clinical behavioral intervention. Social workers need to be familiar with the evidenced based research practices related to their field of practice. (CBT is based on the idea that the way someone thinks & feels affects the way they behave)
Administrator / Supervisor
Who is a social worker that makes key decisions for their organization, and can work in government agencies, clinics, non-profit agencies and community organizations.
Youth Services
What are schools, child protection agencies, family support agencies?
CSCGP
What is Cancer Support Community Greater Philadelphia. CSCGP uplifts and strengthens people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care.
MSW
What is a Master's of Science in Social Worker (MSW) from Temple University. MSW are required for most supervisory and administrative roles.
Understanding the cultural differences of people
What is Cultural Competence. Cultural competence in social work entails understanding the cultural differences of people in need of social services. This includes seeking to develop an understanding of THEIR own personal, cultural values and beliefs.
Caseworker / Direct Practice
Who are the social workers directly engaging with the individuals to fulfil the organization's mission. i.e. child / elderly protection workers, case mangers, probation officers, hospital social workers, advocates and navigators for chronic conditions.
Mental & Behavioral Health
Where are private practices, substance abuse clinics and community mental health clinics? According to socialworkers.org 60% of mental health professionals are clinically trained social workers.
Diversity
What is one of my favorite aspects of the social work profession. There are opportunities to work with all types of individuals, groups, systems in a variety of roles.
LSW / LCSW
What are PA Licensed (Clinical) Social Worker. In the state of PA, LSW/LCSW are required to have a MSW, pass an exam and show documentation of direct service hours (# of hours vary by license). LSW/LCSW are required to supervise interns, provide counseling and bill insurances.
Another skill similar to cultural competence
What is self- reflection. Along with cultural competence, it is essential that social workers be open to the process of self-reflection both in terms of their own bias and prejudices. As well as recognize how their own bias and beliefs could potentially impact their interactions with client systems.
Researcher
Who are individuals that participate in the formal practice of studying intervention modalities and societal trends.
Justice & Corrections
Where are prisons, jails, probation / parole services, victims services, court appointed youth advocates, forensic interviewers, and restitution services?
NASW
What is the National Association of Social Workers. Created to advocate for social workers and the profession as a whole. CEUs and liability insurance can be provided through national professional organizations such as NASW.
CEUs
What are continuing educational credits. All licensed social worker are required to complete 30 hours of education every two years. Coursework must include suicide prevention, child abuse prevention & mandated reporting and ethics trainings.
Building trust & rapport
What is a goal of active listening. Social workers need to be empathic, able to quickly build rapport and assess a situation before determining next steps.
Advocates & Community Organizers
Who are social workers employed at government agencies at the federal, state & local levels managing services that impact policies & procedures, such as the VA and Department of Health & Human Services (HHS). Also includes individuals supporting grassroot efforts to improve / increase access to informal community services.
Politics & Government
Where are county, state and federal funded entities, such as Department of Human Services, County Assistance Offices, Court System. Also, there are Social Workers as elected officials at all levels.
Psychosocial Oncology
What is another example of a clinical modality; one that aims to identify and manage the more subtle and subjective symptoms of cancer.
1.Psychological reactions to a cancer diagnosis
2. Interventions designed to help alleviate pain, fatigue, depression, trauma
3. Interventions to improve health behaviors