Global social work working conditions and wellbeing

Jermaine Ravalier; David Jones; Rory Truell; Paula Mc Fadden

doi:10.1177/00208728221112731

Global social work working conditions and wellbeing

Jermaine Ravalier
, David Jones
, Rory Truell
, Paula Mc Fadden

Bath Spa University

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Abstract

This research explores the working conditions of social workers around the globe, using a mixed-methods approach. A survey of working conditions and wellbeing was distributed to social workers via email and social media. Results subsequently informed the interview schedule for individual semi-structured interviews with social work leaders from across the world. Results confirm that social workers have among the most difficult working conditions of all equivalent professions, with detrimental effects on services for individuals and communities due to burnout and retention. Suggested solutions include legal recognition of the social work profession, improved management support, and better pay and conditions

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	1078-1094
Number of pages	17
Journal	International Social Work
Volume	65
Issue number	6
Early online date	28 Oct 2022
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/00208728221112731
Publication status	Published (in print/issue) - 1 Nov 2022

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UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Keywords

Global mixed methods
stress
wellbeing
working conditions

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Global social work working conditions and wellbeing

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IFSW Presentation: Global Research on Working Conditions in Social Work

A Three-Year Comparison of Global Social Worker Working Conditions: A Three-Year Comparison of Global Social Worker Working Conditions

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Global social work working conditions and wellbeing

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Bibliographical note

UN SDGs

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IFSW Presentation: Global Research on Working Conditions in Social Work

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A Three-Year Comparison of Global Social Worker Working Conditions: A Three-Year Comparison of Global Social Worker Working Conditions

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