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   Do social workers really make a difference?

   • But, unlike the work of other frontline services, stories of the difference that social workers make – the children and families they make a real difference for – all too often remain untold. In their place are often myths and misconceptions about what social work really is and negative, often harmful, portrayals of social workers themselves.

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   Is social work for You?

   • People who represent the diverse families that social workers work with. People like you. You might not think social work is for you, but we want to challenge you to reconsider. It’s one of the most impact and rewarding careers you can have. This is work that makes a difference. This is social work.

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   Is social work a good career?

   • The myths that persist about social work, damage both the morale of social workers and the trust of the public. This can prevent people considering social work as a career. We want to give an insight into the positive power of social work to make a real difference for children and families. These stories need to be told.

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   Do children's social workers make a difference?

   • Each year, children’s social workers in England support hundreds of thousands of children who do not have a safe and stable home. They make a real difference to their lives, and to those of their families.

   What is a social worker? - Frontline

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   Why is social work a problem?

   • That’s a problem, because social work is work that makes such a huge difference. We need to bring more people into the profession. People who represent the diverse families that social workers work with. People like you. You might not think social work is for you, but we want to challenge you to reconsider.

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   What does a social worker do?

   • Social workers protect children and adults with support needs from harm. From helping keep a family under pressure together to supporting someone with mental health problems, social work is a varied, demanding, often emotional and very rewarding career. Read the International Federation of Social Work’s global definition of social work.

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2. academic.oup.com › bjsw › articleSocial Work in the Community: Making a Difference

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   Dec 1, 2012 · This book is a valuable addition to the literature on community social work in the UK, which is not vast. The key ideas and arguments are set out clearly and in a way that should make the book an accessible introduction to the subject for students.

   • Author: Dave Backwith

   • Publish Year: 2012

3. www.basw.co.uk › training-cpd › professionalAbout the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) | BASW

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   The PCF has been our framework for social work in England since 2012 and its implementation across the sector – from qualifying training through to strategic workforce planning – is widespread and it is well embedded. The PCF may evolve as our profession and our learning evolve.

4. basw.co.uk › what-social-workers-doWhat social workers do | BASW

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   Social work salaries vary according to location, experience and area of work. Newly-qualified social workers can expect to earn around £25,000 a year, rising to over £40,000 a year as you gain experience and responsibility.

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6. thefrontline.org.uk › what-we-do › this-is-the-workThis is the Work - Frontline

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   At Frontline, we know social workers make a powerful, positive and life-changing impact. But, unlike the work of other frontline services, stories of the difference that social workers make – the children and families they make a real difference for – all too often remain untold.

7. blog.abroaderview.org › empowering-social-workersEmpowering Social Workers: Making a Difference in Local ...

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   Jul 13, 2023 · How do social workers make a difference in the lives of individuals and families? Social workers make a difference by providing emotional support, helping individuals navigate complex systems, advocating for their rights, connecting them with essential services, and empowering them to overcome challenges and improve their overall well-being.

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8. www.basw.co.uk › policy-and-practice › resourcesThe Role of the Social Worker in Adult Mental Health Services

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   Apr 30, 2014 · Social workers have a crucial part to play in improving mental health services and mental health outcomes for citizens. They bring a distinctive social and rights-based perspective to their work.

9. thefrontline.org.uk › what-is-a-social-workerWhat is a social worker? - Frontline

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   They make a real difference to their lives, and to those of their families. We want to showcase just how significant this work is: the exceptionally high levels of skill that social work takes, and the difference social workers make to people’s lives.