Careers (Websites, Databases)
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Student Center (NASW)"A rich resource for those interested in finding out more about the profession of social work and those students who have already chosen social work as a career. Filled with educational resources from schools to scholarships, this area also brings the student social work population together and guides them to be active and informed about what is happening in the profession."
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Social & Human Service AssistantsCareer info. from the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook.
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Social WorkersCareer info. from the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook
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Human Services WorkerFrom the library database, Ferguson's Career Guidance Center.
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Social WorkersFrom the library database, Ferguson's Career Guidance Center.
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Social ServicesFrom the library database, Ferguson's Career Guidance Center.
Careers (Books)
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Becoming a Social Worker by Call Number: E-BOOKPublication Date: 2021-03-23Becoming a Social Worker takes you behind the scenes to find out what it's really like, and what it really takes, to become a social worker. -
101 Careers in Social Work, Third Edition by Call Number: E-BOOKPublication Date: 2019-12-28This engaging guide addresses the extraordinary breadth of the social work profession and the diverse career paths available. -
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Careers in Human Services (Gale) by Call Number: E-BOOKPublication Date: 2015-01-01Written for students in high school or undergraduate programs, Careers in Human Services explores a variety of growing fields to help young adults gain a head start in learning more about the many career opportunities available and to help those make a better-informed decisions when selecting a career path or field of study. -
SAGE Guide to Social Work Careers by Call Number: In print at Harrisburg and LancasterPublication Date: 2018-04-06The SAGE Guide to Social Work Careers presents first-hand stories from practitioners to help inform, inspire, and guide students to become advocates for social justice issues. -
Human Services in Contemporary America by Call Number: In print at GettysburgPublication Date: 2017-04-06Reflecting the latest policies and practices, HUMAN SERVICES IN CONTEMPORARY AMERICA, 10th Edition uses a unique multidisciplinary approach to deliver a comprehensive overview of the helping field, its available programs, and the practical skills workers can employ.
Professional Associations
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Pennsylvania Society for Clinical Social Work"...a dynamic group of clinical social workers promoting continuing education; legislative advocacy; professional standards; guidance for students and new graduates; and initiatives to support our professional community and clinical practice."
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National Organization for Human Services"Our Vision: Individuals and communities transformed through human services."
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National Association of Social WorkersNASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies.
Legislative Policy updates are located here: look under ADVOCACY tab. Social Work Research located UNDER: RESOURCES tab.