30 WHEN SOCIAL WORKERS NEED SOCIAL WORKERS I don’t think social workers give enough thought to how people feel when we come into their homes,” says Michael Wood.
circumstances - I think it’s always hard when things are difficult at home and difficult at work,” says the 39-year-old.
“We know we’re there to help, but I do think more time and training should be given to understanding how people really feel in those difficult moments.”
“I don’t think it helps that supervision doesn’t really take into account the emotional impact of the job, and how you’re coping. Often it’s just about case management and doesn’t always feel like a safe enough space to be able to say the things you need to.
Michael speaks from experience.
“I ALSO THINK PEOPLE IN OUR
In August 2019, after struggling for months with his mental health, Michael ended up being voluntarily admitted to a mental health ward.
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“My struggles were partly about work, and partly about personal
THEY’RE CAPABLE OF THE JOB.
“Often, we’re seeing people at their most vulnerable.
ADMITTING THEY’RE HAVING TROUBLE, PEOPLE WILL MAKE JUDGEMENTS ABOUT WHETHER
