Child Welfare Research Paper

Child maltreatment is a huge problem in the United States that many people don’t like to speak about, especially here in Kentucky. Perhaps that’s because there are many ways to explain the term ‘child maltreatment,’ or when the subject is brought up, many people cringe and want to look the other way. Being a child welfare worker isn’t the first job choice for many. However, for some individuals, like myself, child welfare is a field that is of great interest. Those with positions in the field must possess qualities like empathy, patience, resilience, and persistence. Child welfare is a very tough field for those working in it, however, it is a very rewarding and misunderstood career. First, many individuals don’t know what the term child …show more content…
The purpose of a social worker is to fight social injustices and help those who are in need. Children are one the biggest populations that need representation, as they are so young and cannot fight for themselves. As such, they need people who are willing to stand up and fight for their rights as well. All throughout history children were viewed as property, when in fact, they’re the future of our country. When people think of the field of child welfare, they cringe and not want to get involved, as they feel parents have the right to do what they please with their children. However, a person’s childhood experiences shape who they become years down the road. By letting a child grow up in an environment where they are subject to maltreatment, you’re potentially harming their …show more content…
Again, these families are in critical situations, and I’m working with multiple individuals towards serious change, which does not occur overnight. In addition, not all clients of the child welfare system are eager to work with child protective workers. By possessing patience, I will be better able to control my frustrations when working with clients and helping them with the situations that they are facing. Furthermore, the one quality that I feel may aid me the most in my endeavors as a child welfare worker is resilience. The cases that child protective workers see can be heartbreaking and test a person’s emotional strength. However, as hard as it may sound, as a professional you have to be able to bounce back from these situations and take on others burdens while being able to go home to your life at the end of the day. Through personal experience, I’ve found that I’m a very resilient person and I do believe that this will help me in the field of child