The role of the social worker and the vast field of intervention of this professional are not well known. However, social workers can intervene in a wide range of situations, such as when a person encounters a problem in his or her personal or professional life or in relationships.
Our team has prepared this article to help you discover the little-known role of the social worker and to raise awareness among people who may need his or her support. We also take this opportunity to tell you about our online consultation in social work services.
Concrete support for effective solutions to problems
Each person is unique and has a different life path. Sometimes, an individual may encounter problems in everyday life, related to difficult situations in family life, at work or in interpersonal relationships. These problems can also be related to crisis situations: separation, bereavement, accident causing a loss of autonomy, etc. However, we do not all have access to the same resources (financial or otherwise) and the same social safety net in the event of difficulties.
Whatever the difficult situation, the social worker can often be called upon to intervene. This professional has expertise in the functioning of society and the social problems that certain groups of people encounter. They are therefore able to conduct a complete analysis of a person’s social situation and related problems, in order to propose a concrete assistance program adapted to the needs of each individual.
Sometimes, social workers focus their practice on a particular group, for example, the elderly, etc.
Examples of social worker intervention
- Personal difficulties: stress and emotion management; relationship difficulties and assertiveness; managing anxiety disorders, ADHD, OCD; problems adapting to an environment (professional, school, after moving); etc.
- Family or couple difficulties: family coaching; family conflicts; mediation in case of break-up or divorce; social rights and elder abuse; etc.
- Crisis situations: depression, suicidal thoughts; physical dependence; loss of autonomy due to illness or accident; etc.
Whatever the situation for which a social worker is called upon, he or she will dissect it in order to fully understand all the factors that have an impact on it. The social worker can then draw up a concrete action plan and direct the client to the appropriate resources. The goal is to enable the client to deal with difficult situations in the future.
Online consultation in social work
Clinique GO™ social workers offer a versatile service: online consultation. Indeed, the majority of social problems encountered by an individual, a couple or a family can be addressed during a virtual consultation.
This service has all the advantages of online consultation: time savings, no travel, modalities that fit into a busy schedule, lower cost than an in-person consultation, etc.
Whatever the problem you are facing, do not hesitate to call on our team. Our counsellors will first assess your needs in order to confirm the relevance of an online social work consultation, as well as to assign you a professional who will be able to meet your needs.
Approuvé par Francis Desjardins
