Childcare Career
Social Worker
What do they do?
The main job of a Social Worker is to help people cope and solve everyday problems that they may face. Some Social Workers also diagnose and treat emotional, behavioral, and mental issues.
Job Enviroment
You may find Social Workers in a variety of settings, such as mental health clinics, schools, hospitals, private practices, and child welfare and human services agencies. Most Social Workers work full time, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
How to become one?
Most Social Workers need a Bachelor's Degree in social work, others may require a Master's Degree.
Pay
The median wage for Social Workers in 2012, was $44,200 per year or $21.25 a hour.
Job Outlook
Employment for Social Workers is expected to grow nineteen percent by 2022, which is faster than all other occupations.
Similiar Occupations
- Health Educators and Community Health Workers
- School and Career Counselors
- Social and Human Service Assistance