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Community and Social Services
Social Work
Case Worker

Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers.

At a Glance

Case Worker earns an average of $59,292/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Top skills: Social Work, Advocacy, Valid Driver's License.

Avg Annual Salary

$59,292/yr

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

Varies

Job Postings

3

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Median Wage

$58,570/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+3.4%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (12)

Social Work

5.0

Case Management

5.0

Human Services

4.9

Mental Health

4.9

Lifting Ability

4.8

Good Driving Record

4.8

Auditing

4.8

Data Privacy

4.7

Case Assessment

4.6

Disabilities

4.6

Mediation

4.6

Common Skills (17)

Advocacy

5.0

Communication

4.9

Computer Literacy

4.9

Planning

4.9

Operations

4.8

Compassion

4.8

Confidentiality

4.8

Organizational Skills

4.8

Microsoft Office

4.7

Coordinating

4.7

Investigation

4.7

Analytical Skills

4.7

Research

4.7

Grammar

4.7

Certifications (1)

Valid Driver's License

5.0

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