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Child protection enquiries reach record levels, reveal official figures

Community Care

The sharp rise in child protection enquiries follows the final report of the Independent Review of Children’s Social Care, which warned that the system was “increasingly skewed to crisis intervention” and needed to be rebalanced towards early help and family support. Care review concerns .

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Child Welfare Specialist : Social workers in this role focus on the safety and well-being of children, often within the context of child protective services or foster care systems. Finally, social workers should have a strong ethical code of conduct and adhere to professional standards in order to protect the welfare of their clients.

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Child Abuse: Understanding, Prevention & Support

All For Kids

Child Protective Services (CPS): Research the contact information for the local CPS office or child welfare agency. Trained professionals offer compassionate listening, crisis intervention, and referrals to appropriate services.

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Call for Submissions: 101 Things to Do with a Social Work Degree

Teaching & Learning in Social Work

Child Welfare Social Worker vs. Social Services Specialist III) Organization Type: (Government, Non-profit, For-profit, Outside social services) Setting: (School, Clinic, Hospital, etc.) My classes in social welfare policy help me navigate healthcare systems and advocate effectively for my patients’ needs.