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Social Worker
Social workers help individuals and communities overcome challenges — poverty, abuse, mental health, education, and social justice.
Social SciencesArts Stream
What Does a Social Worker Do?
Social workers help individuals, families, and communities cope with challenges like poverty, abuse, addiction, disability, and discrimination. They conduct assessments, provide counselling, connect people with resources, advocate for policy changes, and implement community development programs. They work in NGOs, government welfare departments, hospitals, schools, corporate CSR, and international organisations (UNICEF, WHO).
Salary Range in India
- Entry level (NGO): 3-5 LPA
- Government/CSR: 5-12 LPA
- International organisations: 12-30+ LPA
- Senior/Director: 15-25 LPA