How to give excellent supervision to social w...

In this episode of Social Work Radio, Vince and Cara take on some of the most persistent myths about social workers, from the damaging child-snatcher stereotype to the idea that social work is just a matter of having a kind heart. Together, they unpack the skill, scrutiny, and em ...  Show more

In this episode of Social Work Radio, Vince and Cara take on a question that quietly sits in the background of the profession: do you need trauma to be a good social worker? They explore why lived experience is often seen as a badge of credibility, the real role empathy plays in ...  Show more

It was such a pleasure to be in conversation with Le'Siran.

We talked about:
 
-defining anxiety
-understanding fear as a root of anxious feelings
-top tips for managing feelings of anxiety
and so much more

Starting in Social Wor ...

In this episode, Lis and Mim delve into a rich practice story from a social worker in the disabilities space, supporting a mother and her children experiencing domestic violence, while working to meet the high support needs of one of the children. Then we break down the story and ...  Show more

One of many challenges for new social workers: decision making and disagreement 

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In this episode, I talk about social work interview skills and the use of case studies.

I talk about how to approach case study questions, including stages of the process, seeking guidance from managers, and considering legislation and policy.

To get my guid ...