Independent social work is on the rise, but we don’t talk about it honestly enough. In this episode I’m sharing what it actually means, how my own route into independence looked, and why I think the narrative around it, that it’s an easy escape or a quick route to more money, is worth challenging.
I also get into the ethics of commissioned assessments, the lack of collective standards, and what it means for the profession when people move into training or independent practice for the wrong reasons. If you’re thinking about independence, already doing it, or just curious about where social work is heading, this one is for you.
Aside from independent practice, I lead core skills training for social workers, if you lead a team or commission training, email me , vicki@socialworksorted.com
If you are considering independent social work, here's a free checklist to help make your decision: https://www.socialworksorted.com/going-independent-download
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