Social Worker
Advocate for the improved wellbeing of individuals and groups.
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Mar 2025
Does the role of a social worker define who you are, or does who you are as a person define the role of a social worker.
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Applied Social Work
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationEducation & Training
The good thingsSocial work is a passion of mine. It requires a huge amount of patience, empathy, and respect for others. What you bring to the role is very important in terms of your culture, beliefs, and moral valu...
The challengesYou will experience more challenging times than not. To be resilient is a very important trait and strength to have.
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Feb 2024
It has been challenging but also very rewarding.
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Social Work
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationGovernment & Defence
The good thingsIt is a very diverse career with many different areas you can go into and expand your knowledge and experience. It is a line of work that is rewarding and makes you feel like you can achieve some diff...
The challengesIt can present with challenging situations and can be emotionally and mentally hard.
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