The Reality of Hospital Social Work (No One Talks About This)

If you’re considering social work—or already in the field—this is a conversation you need to hear.In this episode of Social Work HQ, I sit down with a hospital case manager to talk about what social work actually looks like beyond the classroom.We talk about:The reality of hospital case managementBurnout and learning to set boundariesWhy you can’t “save everyone” in this fieldThe challenges of working within healthcare systemsWhat social work school doesn’t fully prepare you forThis is an honest look at the field—the good, the hard, and everything in between.If you’re trying to figure out your path in social work, this episode will give you real insight into what to expect.#socialwork #socialworker #msw #careers