Child, family and school social workers assist individuals in confronting social and psychological issues that may arise at home, work or school. They may help individuals who face abuse, need governmental services or need mental health care. This position typically requires a bachelors degree or a masters degree in social work. However, those interested in research or academic positions normally need a doctoral degree. All levels of these social workers usually also have to obtain state licensure or professional registration.
They work to provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. They can also choose to assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehaviour, and truancy.
They can also choose to become Family Managers, Foster Care Social Worker, Family Support Worker, Family Preservation Caseworker, Family Protection Specialist, Family Service Worker to name a few.
