This is a brief description of the Registered Social Worker:

Scope of Practice

May engage in generalist social work practice based on the application of social work theory, knowledge, ethics and utilizing problem-solving methods to restore or enhance social functioning of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities through assessment, prevention, and/or intervention and evaluation, case management, information and referral, supportive counseling, advocacy, research, supervision, community organization, and the implementation, and administration of policies, programs and activities.  A social worker at this level shall work as an employee in an agency and shall not engage in advanced practice or in clinical social work.

Requirements

Limitations

Application

Click here for the instructions to the RSW application.

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