Professional Social Work
The social work profession is committed to the realization of individual and collective well-being through the advancement of social justice, the provision of effective programs and services, and the enhancement of individual and family development. The primary responsibility of social workers is to the most vulnerable groups and individuals.
Social work is practiced in a wide variety of settings. These range from hospitals and clinics, schools, courts & corrections, public welfare departments, children & famil organizations, to counseling agencies, substance abuse treatment centers, mental health clinics, gerontology and geriatric programs, and immigrant/refugee services. Social work can intervene at various levels; with individuals, families, and groups; with organizations and communities; and with broader levels of government focusing on resource development and social policy changes.
