SKILLS DEVELOPED
- Engage in ethical practice
- Knowledge in areas of advocacy, community organization, social policy, & social justice
- Understand and conduct research on human development & behavior
- Conduct field studies, surveys, sampling, community based research
- Understand the dynamics of oppression, diversity, social location and identity
- Utilize statistical applications
- Knowledge of institutional/social/political/economic structural inequities
- Understand learning & psycho-social concerns of children & the elderly
- Practice effective leadership in social work organizations
- Interact effectively with people of different backgrounds & cultures
- Counsel individuals, couples, families
- Investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, or violation of human rights
- Understand what aspects shape contemporary social welfare
- Knowledge about Indigenous, feminist and queer perspectives
- Critical observation, interviewing, assessment & evaluation skills
- Knowledge of how economic, social, political & legislative contexts shape individual and societal problems
SAMPLE JOB TITLES
- Addictions Counsellor
- Adoption Agencies
- Career Consultant
- Caseworker
- Child/Family Counsellor
- Child Protection Worker
- Clinical Counsellor
- Community Worker
- Crisis Intervention Worker
- Foster Care Worker
- Gerontologist
- Health Care Service Statistician
- Human Resources
- Labour Relations
- Lobbyist
- Long-Term Care Worker
- Medical Social Worker
- Mental Health Agencies
- Parenting/Life Coach
- Rehabilitation
- Policy Analyst
- Probation, Parole & Prison Services
- Program & Quality Assurance Manager
- Residential Care Worker
- School Social Worker
- Social Welfare Worker
- Social Worker
- Therapist
- Victim Services Worker
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Youth Services Worker
Further Resources
Careerspace Resources
- Careerspace Website - Extensive career development and work search information including tools, links, strategies and assessments.
- Trent University Student Job Board - Look for on- and off-campus opportunities.
- Career Resources on myTrent - Access the following resources through myTrent>Support>Careerspace
- Career Cruising and TypeFocus - Free self-assessments that connect your interests and personality to your career.
- My World Abroad - Provides information, strategies, and tips for anyone considering going abroad for work, study or travel.
- Career Counselling and Résumé Critiques - Get feedback in a one-on-one appointment.
- Career and Work Search Workshops - Register through the Events Calendar
- Events and Fairs - Your opportunity to meet and network with employers and recruiters on campus.
Professional Associations & Societies
Professional associations and societies can be effective exploration resources as they provide information about careers, job boards, events and professional development opportunities. These groups can be used for networking, so become familiar with them!
- Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers
- Ontario Association of Social Workers
- Canadian Association of Social Workers
- National Association of Social Workers
- Canadian Association of School Social Workers & Attendance Counsellors
- International Federation of Social Workers
- National Organization of Forensic Social Work
Opportunities - Internships, Careers, Government Programs
- Trent University Student Job Board
- CASW Job Opportunities
- Work in NonProfits
- Working in Mental Health
- Job Bank
- Career Edge
- Ontario Internship Program
- Federal Government Jobs
- Provincial Government Jobs
- International Jobs
- Charity Village
Get Experience
- Social Work at Trent University – Courses, program faculty, program blog, and more department information.
- Trent Community Research Centre – Students are matched with local organizations to assist with research, planning and other community development projects for course credit.
- Trent University Student Organizations - Get involved in groups that will contribute to learning new skills & gaining a variety of experience.
Co-op
Complete three paid work terms and graduate with a distinct career advantage. To learn more about co-op, visit the co-op website.
Get Connected
Develop Your Network-get advice about careers from alumni and other professionals
- Networking, Mentoring and Informational Interviewing - Careerspace has workshops and one-on-one appointments to help you develop your network.
- Mentoring/Networking Programs - Programs and events to help you navigate your career options.