Key Findings

The following ten key findings have important implications for social workers who provide Health services.

1. Social workers are a significant, well-trained provider of services to clients in health care settings.
2. Social workers in health care settings have caseloads that are increasing in size and complexity, yet resources and supports are decreasing.
3. People who reside outside of metropolitan areas have significant health needs, yet social workers serving them face significant challenges.
4. Social workers in hospice settings encounter barriers to their practices in the workplace.
5. Satisfaction with salaries is tempered by challenges in the work environment.
6. Social workers provide services to people at high risk for disparate healthcare access, services, and outcomes.
7. Recruitment and attracting new entrants into the profession is important.

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