Social workers provide services in a variety of practice settings, carrying out a series of different functions related to the specific tasks at hand.
Social workers intervene with individuals, groups and communities, representing all populations.
Many work for profit or non-profit organizations. It's this variety that makes the job exciting. Some service areas for social workers are mental health, aging, substance abuse, physical health and school system involvement. Social work may be an eligible profession for those with a degree in counseling, psychology, psychiatric nursing and marriage and family therapy. Skills Necessary to Become a Successful Social Worker Observe and interpret verbal and nonverbal communication.