Duties and Responsibilities: Identify those in need. Help people of all life stages cope with and solve everyday problems. Advocate for and develop plans to improve clients' well-being. Research and refer clients t community resources. Work with individuals, families or groups. Respond to clients in crisis situations. Work in a variety of public and private organizations. Education: A bachelor's degree in social work is the most common for entry-level social work positions. Salary: $45,900 Demand or Need for Profession: active listening social perceptiveness speaking critical thinking coordination reading comprehension service orientation writing complex problem solving judgement and decision making