Staff development is important. Career development Specialisation in elderly, crisis aid, fostering and adoption, mental health and disabilities. Research opportunities are available in social work practice with specific medical conditions. The salary data was collected in Jul 98 Higher salaries are available depending on promotion and progression into the management of social services departments. Working hours and conditions Typically includes regular extra hours but not weekends or shifts Office or ward based, with considerable liaison with medical and surgical teams, therapists and agencies like DSS Housing, Age Concern and children's societies.
Hours can be erratic.
Jobs are available in most areas Opportunities exist nationally, but there are many more opportunities in the inner city areas. Lifestyle implications Must be able to cope with traumatic and crisis situations and some irreconcilable problems. Career breaks and part-time work are possible. No dress restrictions. There is a high percentage of women in this profession.