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.
There are 7,413 people currently employed as Child, Family, and School Social Workers
with a potential for 1,311 new job openings in the next 5 years.
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Recruiters and hiring managers typically seek candidates with at least a Bachelor's degree when filling this role. Below is a list of schools where you can pursue additional credentials for specialization, if required.
