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Does being a Child Welfare Worker take a huge emotional toll on a person ?

Want to Work with Children & Worried about the emotional relapse. #children #social-worker #childcare #welfare

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Neelima’s Answer

very stressful not just because you have tormented kids to deal with, but angry and threatening parents..pressure to find a better foster homes..kids running away, trying to track them down..frequent court visits...but if you like court, stand up for kids...its a great job...all jobs come with goods and bads...dont chose a career thinking this will be less stressful...even walmart greeter will tell you...it is a stressful job...


ability to handle stress determines how likely it will be that you will continue to like what you do for how long...so see yourself if at age 50 , you still see yourself doing same thing and still enjoying...regardless of stress....
Thank you comment icon I know a few people who have been a social worker and have dropped it because of the hardships they saw. That career is definitely not a career for the weak/faint of heart. You need to understand what you'll be getting yourself into. You might see some nasty homes, hear some terrible stories of abuse, and feel helpless at times. Although it's an okay paying job and there is always a need for it, it's a very emotionally stressful job to have. Margaret
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Muhammad Anwar’s Answer

I think in general being a welfare worker takes on a huge emotional toll on a person. If you have interest in being a welfare worker, it would mean that you are naturally a compassionate person and would like to make a difference in the world. At the same time, these qualities are also those that make you more emotional as compared to an average person, so most often than note, you can't help but feel sorry and sad for the people and children that you come in contact with. At the same time, you can't save or help everyone and there will be time you feel totally helpless. But your compassion and good will/nature will push you on in this career.

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Catherine’s Answer

My daughter works in this field and the short answer is yes, it can. There are times when it is really tough to have clients so in pain and needing help. However, it is really gratifying to see how they make progress because they know that they have you to support them and show them the way.
Thank you comment icon i appreciate the raw a honesty <3 Jileddys
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