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Social workers provide information, advice and support to those who are socially excluded or are experiencing crisis; they protect the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, young people, people with disabilities, elderly people and people who are mentally or physically ill, and they may specialise in specific areas of work.
Common tasks in this job:
- liaises with other health and social care professionals and agencies to identify those in need and at risk within the local community
interviews individuals and groups to assess and review the nature and extent of difficulties
undertakes and writes up assessments to specified standards
arranges for further counselling or assistance in the form of financial or material help
organises support and develops care plans to address service users’ needs
keeps case records, prepares reports and participates in team meetings
gives evidence in court
participates in training and supervision
What qualifications do I need?
Social work is a regulated profession and practitioners must be registered with the appropriate statutory body. To register a social worker must satisfy the criteria for registration. Non-graduates must undertake a three-year degree in social work; graduates with relevant experience may take a two-year postgraduate diploma/Master’s degree. Prior relevant work experience or relevant voluntary work is encouraged. Background checks including a DBS check are required.
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