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Psychiatric social workers, also referred to as clinical social workers or mental social workers, help individuals with mental or emotional disorders deal with social problems such as substance abuse or child neglect.
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Psychiatric social workers perform most of their work in hospitals, clinics and other health care centers. They help mentally or emotionally disturbed individuals adapt to outside environments and help them develop their social skills. They act as a resource to patients to help them settle into their lifestyle after being discharged from a treatment program or facility. Psychiatric social workers consult with psychiatrists and psychologists and other health care workers. Most social workers work 40-hours a week, but occasionally may work evenings and weekends. While social work can be difficult because of emotional strain, it is also challenging and rewarding.
The recommended minimum requirement for most positions is a bachelors degree in social work, psychology, sociology or a related field. A master's degree in social work (MSW) is usually required for social workers seeking positions in the health and mental health fields. Social workers must also adhere to certification, licensing and registration laws in the state of Wisconsin.
Cardinal Stritch University
Carroll University
Carthage College
Concordia University Wisconsin
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College
Marian University
Marquette University
Mount Mary College
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
University of Wisconsin - Madison
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
University of Wisconsin - Stout
University of Wisconsin - Superior
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Viterbo College
Average $42,460
Council on Social Work Education
1701 Duke St., Suite 200
Alexandria, VA, 22314
703/683-8080
www.cswe.org
National Association of Social Workers
750 First St. NE, Suite 700
Washington, DC, 20002-4241
202/408-8600 or 800/638-8799 or 800/742-4089
www.naswdc.org
National Association of Social Workers - Wisconsin Chapter
16 North Carroll, Suite 220
Madison, WI, 53703
608/257-6334 or 866/462-7994
www.naswwi.org
National Network for Social Work Managers
605 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite 600
Los Angeles, CA, 90015
213/553-1800
www.socialworkmanager.org
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