They are for maintaining adults and children in safe environments in the community. That's where social workers do their best work, out in the home and community, connecting people with resources, teaching behavioral skills to people about substance abuse and mental health. It will include student loan forgiveness for those who work in human services after graduation, regional training centers so bachelor's-level social workers can get master's degrees, and human services academies in high schools. Money has been and will be approved for more spending on child welfare, mental health, school social work, adult services, aging and prevention programs. The new funding, with more on the way, will only make it harder to fill newly created jobs and existing jobs.
Students graduating from high school have many career choices.
Many more will opt for social work if salaries can provide a decent standard of living. A well-trained social worker is a significant investment for an employer, one that should be protected with higher compensation. Employers need to recognize this and act accordingly.