Canadian Mennonite University

Careers in Social Work

Social work is a career path that is in high demand in Manitoba. Social workers are grounded in values of social justice and service to humanity, recognizing and respecting the inherent dignity and worth of all people. They are engaged in many areas of practice across a variety of levels, working with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations to build a better world for all.

Social work has a breadth of practice that allows for real diversity in who you work with and how you engage in that work. Some of the areas of practice and places where you will find social workers include:

  • Mental health
  • Justice and restorativbe justice
  • Schools
  • Hospitals and health centres
  • Community resource centres
  • Advocacy groups
  • Addictions
  • Child welfare
  • Housing
  • Family support
  • Newcomers
  • Sexual and gender diversity
  • International social work
  • Indigenous groups
  • Employment assistance
  • Povery
  • disAbility
  • Intimate partner violence
  • Child and youth support
  • Government departments
  • Policy analysis and development
  • Older adults

Some of the roles you may take on as a social worker include:

  • Outreach workers
  • Community developer
  • Advocate
  • Case manager
  • Counsellor/therapist
  • Group worker
  • Policy analyst
  • Researcher
  • Program coordinator
  • Systems navigator
  • Workshop facilitator/educator

The profession of Social Work in Manitoba is regulated through the Manitoba College of Social Workers—mcsw.ca.

You can find more information about social work through the Canadian Association of Social Workers at casw-acts.ca/en.

 

"I've always been surprised and a bit perplexed that CMU doesn't already have a social work program. It is such a perfect fit. I would have done my BSW at CMU in a heartbeat."

 

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