The “Interview a Social Worker” assignment involves identifying and contacting a social worker in an area of practice that interests you and conducting an interview.
For this assignment complete the questions below and respond to the following questions in the “Interview a Social Worker” Proposal Journal:
Based on what you know, what type of social work practice interests you? Why are you interested in this type of practice?
Identify at least one local agency or organization within this field of practice. Browse their website. Identify the agency. Do they employ social workers?
Were you successful in contacting a social worker to schedule an interview? Explain the steps you have taken, and what you plan to do next.
In addition to the questions listed in Week 12, what additional question or questions do you want to ask the social worker you interview?