The hardest parts of social work and what we love about it

10/10/2025 31 min Episodio 90
The hardest parts of social work and what we love about it

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Social work doesn’t follow a straight line, it’s often what we call a squiggly career. Along the way, there are challenges, shiny distractions, and moments of doubt. But there are also incredible rewards.In this episode, Ashton and I reflect on:The hardest parts of working as Accredited Mental Health Social WorkersThe risks of chasing every new training or modalityWhy having a clear thread or anchor point mattersCommon misconceptions about AMHSW accreditationThe role of hobbies, creativity, and connection outside of workThe great things that keep us engaged in this profession🎧 Tune in to hear the lessons we’ve learned and the joys we’ve found along the way.Resources Listen to the previous episodes in this series:Why we became social workers (and why we stayed)How our social work practice has grownThe careers we built that our younger selves wouldn’t believeThe moments self-doubt almost stopped usGot something you'd like to hear on the podcast?🎙️ Got a question or something on your mind? Send it through. You can write it or email a voice memo to [email protected], and it might be featured in a future episode of Inside Social Work.Your curiosity could help shape a conversation that resonates with the wider community.Want to be a guest? Submit a speaker request here http://marievakakis.com.au/be-a-podcast-guest/Got an anonymous question? Submit it here:https://forms.gle/wg7Lk61xde9Lge976Mentioned in this episode:5 Days to Career Clarity in Social WorkReflect, plan, and take your next step with confidence.
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