We surveyed 4,497 social workers to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical social worker. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a social worker?
Low
High
Working as a social worker typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a social worker?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a social worker typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a social worker?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a social worker. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for social workers.
Do social workers work full-time or part-time?
85% of social workers work in full-time roles while 15% work part-time.