Social Work HQ Podcast

Mandy Wilcox

Helping social workers choose the right career path — without guessing.

Episodes

  1. Mar 20

    What It’s Really Like Being an ER Crisis Social Worker

    What does an ER crisis social worker actually do? In this episode of Social Work HQ, I interview a social worker who works in emergency room crisis intervention. We talk about what it’s like responding to mental health emergencies in the ER, supporting patients during psychiatric crises, and working alongside doctors, nurses, and law enforcement in high-stress situations. We also discuss what a typical shift can look like, the skills needed to succeed in crisis work, and what new social workers should know if they’re interested in working in hospital or emergency mental health settings. If you're considering a career in social work, hospital social work, or crisis intervention, this conversation offers an honest look at what the job is really like. Subscribe to Social Work HQ for interviews with social workers across different career paths so you can better understand the many options available in the field. For tools and resources to help you through the social work field, go to this link: https://stan.store/Mandy-Wilcox-LCSW 01:20 Career path in social work 05:30 Everyday in ER crisis work 07:10 Responsibility of a crisis worker 10:00 Documentation in the ER 11:30 Number 1 skill for a crisis worker 13:00 Who should NOT be in this role 15:00 Pay scale for social work crisis worker 17:30 Career growth in ER crisis work 19:10 Tele health & social work 23:00 Advice for new coming social workers 27:00 Can anyone go to the ER in crisis?

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