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Title: I am needy too : support for child protection social workers
Authors: Gili, Pamela (2006)
Keywords: Social work with children -- Malta
Child welfare -- Malta
Social workers -- Malta
Issue Date: 2006
Citation: Gili, P. (2006). I am needy too : support for child protection social workers (Bachelor's dissertation).
Abstract: Child protection work has distinctive features with regards to the nature of work and the difficulties that social workers encounter. The main purpose of this study was to explore the types of support social workers need when working in child protection. One of the aims was to provide recommendations to the agency on the types of support social workers think that should be arranged and/or included. This research is a qualitative study and the interview guide was used while conducting the interviews. The research participants included social workers who have been working in child protection for more than one year, and the Children Services Manager. The findings show that it is important for child protection social workers to feel understood and appreciated for the work they accomplish. It seems that it is through the support given both from the people at work and also from those in their private life, that social workers may feel understood. Child protection social workers need support both from the people at work and also from the people in their personal life. The former is needed so that the social workers are able to continue their work effectively for a long period of time. The support received from people in their personal life and through being involved in activities of interest outside the world of work, helps social workers to direct their attention from work and focus on their personal life.
Description: B.A.(HONS)SOC.WORK
URI: https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/88483
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