Social Work

[acc17]

I'm thinking of doing social work after I finish my degree. Is anyone a social worker? If so, could you give me an honest opinion of the job?

[dotjhawkes]

OOOOOO, (sharp intake of breath) May your God go with you. What about criminal psychology?

[howlin_wolf]

I'm not a Social Worker, but liaise with them quite a lot in some degree. In my opinion, it'll be challenging for you that's for sure, but no doubt rewarding at times. Think you would find yourself taking a lot of work home with you, mentally and physically depending on what role you take on. I think you need to ask yourself how unselfish am I and do I want to really help? before you dive in. Good Luck!

[acc17]

hawkes - why the sharpe intake of breath - explain yourself!

[casaespana]

Prerequisites for the job are;

A girly car. Renault Clio will do.

A copy of the Gaurdian. Tucked under your arm everyday.

A pair of dangly earrings.

Lastly but the most important,you must learn this phrase,as you will have to repeat it many times.

"Lessons have been learned from this case".

[lh8503]

Hi Im in my second year of the social work degree and am currently on my second placement. I really enjoy social work because it deals with all different aspects such as law, psychology, sociology, teaching etc.and you deal with all different types of people. From what i have learned so far, you gain little respect from other people, you are pushed and given a lot of responsibility and it is very challenging and can be dangerous! but it is rewarding, different and you get to make a difference in peoples lives. I know I'm biased as I wouldn't be doing the degree if I didn't want to do the job but I reccomend it as long as you think you will be commited to the job.