Social Worker Killed During Social Work Month; Episode 255

In this episode of the Social Work Rants Podcast, host discussed the tragic shooting of Nicholas Crews, a social work care manager in Georgia, who was killed on March 17th while working at a VA clinic during Social Work Month. I shared concerns about safety protocols at the clinic and emphasized the importance of social workers advocating for their safety, particularly when feeling threatened by clients. The discussion highlighted the recent trend of social workers being killed in the line of duty and included recommendations for obtaining life insurance policies, especially for young and healthy professionals. In the episode, I encourag listeners to prioritize their safety and consider removing themselves from unsafe work environments if necessary.I expressed my concerns about safety protocols and questioned what might have driven the individual to commit such an act. I also share personal experiences with threats from clients during his work, highlighting challenges in dealing with mentally unstable individuals.Follow the podcast on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thesocialworkrantspodcast#socialwork #socialworkmonth