Tag: Social Work

A Social Worker’s Guide to Indigenous Social Work

A Resource Guide to Indigenous Social Work Indigenous social work covers many different types of cases, including housing, education, and community development. However, these cases and the available resources may differ from the rest of your caseload — leaving lots to pay attention to.  Social workers should understand the various principles, challenges, and strategies that are […]

The Role of Social Workers in Tribal Communities

Supporting Tribal Communities and Indigenous Clients Social workers play a unique role in supporting tribal communities and indigenous clients. They’re responsible for empowering and advocating for native tribes while providing critical resources and respecting cultural traditions.  Indigenous communities face various needs and challenges, which can be difficult to navigate if you’re new to tribal programs and […]

The Role of a Foster Care Social Worker

Foster Care Social Worker Foster care social workers work one on one with vulnerable children and families to provide the best living situations possible. In doing so, they can give foster children the resources, services, and dignity they deserve.  Understanding how to become a foster care social worker is an ongoing process with changing policies […]

How to Address and Overcome Social Worker Burnout

Overcome Social Worker Burnout For decades, social work and burnout have gone hand in hand, leading to high turnover rates and poor job satisfaction. Fortunately, many social work practices are improving with better resources, systemic changes, and mental health awareness. Preventing social worker burnout should be among organizations’ top priorities to guarantee the best possible services […]

A Guide to Advocacy in Social Work

Advocacy in Social Work The role of advocacy in social work encompasses nearly every aspect of the job. Social workers must be able to advocate for clients, families, communities, and policies in almost any type of case. In doing so, they can guarantee social justice and equal opportunities for marginalized individuals. However, the definition of […]

The Importance Of Youth Civic Engagement

The Importance of Youth Civic Engagement in Social Work While youth culture and societal norms can shift over time, one truth remains constant: the youth of today will become the leaders, decision-makers, and change agents of tomorrow. Full of novel ideas, passion, and a desire to bring about change, they have the potential to make […]

The Role of an Immigration Social Worker

The Role of an Immigration Social Worker and Its Challenges A social worker for immigrants adopts many responsibilities, including finding housing, employment, and other resources. However, immigration laws, legal status, and local prejudice can complicate the process.  Immigration social workers ensure that immigrants have everything they need to pursue the American dream, including access to […]

What Is Trauma-Informed Care?

What is trauma-informed Care? Trauma affects nearly every person at different levels and is a central focus of many social services. Trauma can impact various human services cases, including substance use, employment, and child welfare. Additionally, we are still learning more about trauma’s symptoms, origins, and best practices. Empathetic and effective social workers must be […]

9 Challenges of Social Work and How To Overcome Them

Main Challenges of Social Work and How To Overcome Them Social work and human services is a noble yet challenging profession. As a social worker, you dedicate your career to improving the well-being of individuals, families, and society.  You work hard to address various social issues such as healthcare, child welfare, public safety, criminal justice, and civil […]

From Reentry to Stability: Preventing Recidivism

Maryellen Hess Cameron Maryellen Hess Cameron spent over 25 years as the Executive Director of non-profit agencies in the social…. Identifying The Issue When Re-Entering Society People released from all types of detention facilities may not be fully prepared to re-enter society. They will transition from a life in which they had few choices to […]