Forensic Social Workers

In performing their social work function, forensic social workers are responsible for forging a relationship with their clients in order to determine their needs and connect them with community resources. On the other hand, these social workers also need to monitor the activities of their clients--their progress and regressions. When clients persist in committing new crimes, forensic social workers need to bring their cases back to court (Brennan, Gedrich, Jacoby, Tardy & Tyson, 1986, p. 341-2).

One of the primary responsibilities of forensic social workers is to assess clients suffering from psychosocial distress who have failed to receive effective treatment from mental health professionals in other settings. In such cases, the role of the forensic social worker is to assess the client's situation and work with the client in creating a treatment program that maximizes the client's chances of success in the long-term (Cunningham, 1980

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ric facilities, 5) Juvenile offender treatment programs, 6) Family mediation programs that focus on abused and delinquent youth, 7) Victim services and witness assistance programs and 8) Court-mandated counseling programs for batterers and anger-control training programs for juvenile delinquents and adults (Roberts & Brownell, 1999, p. 367). Thus, they can expect to find employment in various public and private organizations. The Social Service Departments of city and county governments require the services of forensic social workers (Brennan et al., 1986, p. 341). Correctional institutions and treatment facilities that involve juvenile offenders and substance abusers also need forensic social workers. They can also work in organizations such as the Legal Aid Society that aid victims of domestic violence and related crimes. With their knowledge of the law and social work, forensic social workers can also find work in specialized courts such as drug courts and domestic violence courts (Roberts & Brownell, 1999, p. 367). According to the Legal Aid Society, the starting salary of forensic social workers is approximately $36,000. This salary is given to recent graduates who require additional training and orientation (p. 1). Consi
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