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5 Myths About Working in Community Services: What CSW Students Should Know

Mar 26, 2018 1:46:04 PM

Updated December 2022

What does it mean to work as a community support worker? Is this the right career path for you?

There are so many myths surrounding the field of social services that it can be difficult for people to separate fact from fiction and make an informed decision about CSW training.

Let's start by debunking five of the most common myths about working in community services.

Read on to learn the truth about what CSWs do, who they work with, and how much money they earn in Winnipeg.

What's Your Role as a Community Support Worker?

Mar 14, 2018 1:31:28 PM

Updated December 2022

Do you feel called to a career in social services? Want to make a real difference in your community helping disadvantaged, at-risk individuals create happier, healthier lives?

It sounds like you would be an ideal candidate for community support worker (CSW) training. CSWs work at the grassroots level, helping vulnerable children, adults, and seniors gain access to practical support and social services within their communities.

CSWs intervene where help is needed most. They guide individuals toward better life decisions, promote inclusion within our communities, and in some cases, provide emergency support to people in life-threatening situations. Fundamentally, CSWs help reshape and save lives.

Read on to learn more about what community support workers do, the job outlook for CSWs in Winnipeg, and how training works.

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