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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

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Therapist : Clinical social workers provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families, addressing mental health and emotional challenges. The role of a social worker, whether in clinical settings, correctional facilities, or private practices, plays a critical role in promoting positive change.

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19 Essential Social Work Practice Skills You Should Work on Refining Now

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Educator – this involves educating clients on issues such as health promotion, mental health, substance abuse and community resources. Clinician – this involves providing direct clinical services such as counseling, psychotherapy and crisis intervention.

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Native Americans and Opioid Addiction: Understanding the Problem

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Perhaps even more concerning for the future, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) estimated that over 5% of the total AI/AN population in 2019 struggled with opioid misuse. They rose further to 56.6 However, education alone won’t solve the problem. Barriers still exist due to social factors.