This accessible overview for students is written in a conversational tone. The first section overviews the profession of social work, while the second section details careers in specific areas,
such as child welfare, health care, addiction, criminal justice, homelessness, the political arena, leadership in social service organizations, and careers in research and academia. There is
also a chapter on ‘out of the box’ social work careers, such as documentary filmmaking and animal-assisted social work. Each brief chapter offers a common structure: after an overview, several
positions and their responsibilities are described, core competencies and educational and licensing requirements are listed, and the best and worst aspects of the job are noted. Each chapter
includes a first-person profile of a professional, compensation and employment outlook, a list of books and web sites, and critical thinking questions. The final section of the book addresses
paying for an education and supplies tips on job hunting, resumes, and networking. This second edition reflects current compensation and the latest accreditation standards and licensing
requirements, with discussion of new opportunities resulting from health care reform. Annotation ©2015 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
