The social work career guidebook : how to land your ideal job and build a legacy / Jennifer Luna, Cindy Snell, and Michelle Woods.
| Author/creator | Luna, Jennifer, 1966- author. |
| Other author | Snell, Cindy, 1965- author. |
| Other author | Woods, Michelle, 1968- author. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | Washington, DC : NASW Press, [2024] |
| Copyright Date | ©2024 |
| Description | xi, 246 pages ; 26 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | A road map to the profession of social work -- Social work career plannifor advancement and fulfillment -- Assessing need anbuilding relationships: determine your career direction -- Your resume, cover letters, LinkedIn profile, and other job search materials -- Implementing your job search plan -- Evaluating and negotiating job offers -- Mapping your legacy as a social work agent of change -- Appendix A: Comprehensive list of social work skills -- Appendix B: Assess your career stage with the PDCSW assessment tool -- Appendix C: Sample informational interview questions -- Appendix D: Career-defining moments, patterns, and professional themes -- Appendix E: Sample resumes and curriculum vitae -- Appendix F: Sample cover letters and other job search correspondence -- Appendix G: Sample questions to evaluate organizational fit -- Appendix H: Determine your budget -- Appendix I: Evaluate job offers |
| Abstract | "This book offers social workers an intentional, inspired, and visionary approach to job searching. Using the career trajectory model of the professional development cycle of social workers, the authors will set you on a path toward your dream job. Hands-on exercises will prepare you for your job search, including self-assessment tools that identify your skills, career-defining moments, and target areas for growth. You will learn to give an "elevator pitch" at social events, seek out and conduct informational interviews, and grow your network of mentors and like-minded professionals. The authors will guide you through applying for jobs, interviewing, evaluating offers, negotiating salary and benefits, and successfully onboarding at your new job"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Issued in other form | Online version: Luna, Jennifer, 1966- Social work career guidebook Washington : NASW Press, 2024 9780871016041 |
| LCCN | 2024023042 |
| ISBN | 9780871016034 paperback |
| ISBN | 0871016036 paperback |
| ISBN | electronic book |