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How much can you get paid going into the social work field ?

What is everything you have to go through to get the job?

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Iyssa, a social worker's salary will vary depending on several factors such as level of education (BA, MSW, PhD) and cost of living. Nonprofit and small organizations may offer a lower salary than a hospital or government setting. A position as a supervisor or other management job will be reflected in the salary. In Seattle where the cost of living is fairly high, salaries tend to reflect this. A social worker might make anywhere from 50,000- 80,000 and more for management. You might even break into six figures. It is definitely a job that requires passion for helping others with less of an emphasis on wealth. While I personally believe human service jobs (along with teaching) deserve to be paid much more than they do, for the time being you may have to settle for the average competitive wage. A large city is likely to offer a bigger salary than a rural area. However, this is not necessarily the case. You can also choose to work internationally as a social worker! There is a desperate need for licensed social workers in the UK and New Zealand. You can also consider joining Social Workers Beyond Borders and participate in international social justice work. There are tons of options, and you will be joining a workforce packed with the most caring and compassionate people on earth. Definitely good to evaluate your own values before entering such a profession. If you lean towards glitz and glamour, you will be better served doing something much different.
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