Social Worker

Social Worker

SWsally

Oakland, CA

Female, 26

I'm trained in clinical social work and have experiences working with children, adolescents, families, and couples. I've worked in residential treatment facilities, drop in homeless agencies, mandated services, school based supports and foster/group homes. My areas of expertise are: sexuality, trauma/emotional disorders, and family dynamics.

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Last Answer on December 02, 2015

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My mother used to hit me and I have scars on my hand from when she dug her nails into my hand and I suffer from emotional abuse too. My 2 siblings at home are okay, my mom leaves them alone. My friend and his father offered to let me stay with them.

Asked by Teen over 6 years ago

 

A parent is separated from children by of NC, and gains employment in NY. What should parent do to regain custody of children?

Asked by Mel over 4 years ago

 

If an unemployed person receiving food stamps lands a part time job on a trial bases and ends up losing the job after 30 days can they be penalized for not reporting the change right away? Jail, loss of benefits?

Asked by Frances almost 8 years ago

 

For a future school social worker is it better to pursue a bachelor's in psychiatry or psychology? Is it important to be able to prescribe medication, or have a biological perspective of mental illness for social workers in this field?

Asked by Sean about 6 years ago

 

If I go to DSS to request a paternity test (non court order) will i still be placed on child support? & can the mother deny child support? (If found to be the father of course)

Asked by Troubledchild almost 6 years ago

 

I currently work as a mental health technician and am struggling with the high stress work for low pay (unskilled work pays more). I have a BS in psych. I am wondering if moving to an MSW would help, or if it would be pointless if i struggle now?

Asked by Struggling Tech over 6 years ago

 

Do you know what someone should do if they are raped by their landlord in Massachusetts and have no money to move? Or if there is any help available?

Asked by Anonymous almost 7 years ago