Employment is projected to grow faster than average.
Nature of the Work Social work is a profession for those with a strong desire to help people. Social workers often encounter clients facing a life-threatening disease or a social problem requiring a quick solution. These situations may include inadequate housing, unemployment, lack of job skills, financial distress, serious illness or disability, substance abuse, unwanted pregnancy, or antisocial behavior. They also assist families that have serious conflicts, including those involving child or spousal abuse. Through direct counseling, social workers help clients identify their concerns, consider solutions, and find resources.