Is being a healthcare social worker a good fit for you?
Supports patients and their families to cope with serious or long-term illness, and helps arrange care and services.
What the work involves
- Speaks up for clients and patients to resolve crises.
- Teaches clients about end-of-life symptoms and options so they can make informed decisions.
- Works with other professionals to assess patients' physical condition and needs.
- Refers patients and families to community services such as financial help, legal aid, housing, jobs and education.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be helping and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a healthcare social worker is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.