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Hey everyone- I’m Alex, a school social worker in California. I’ve worked in schools for over 10 years and have 15 years in the mental health field. In this video, I’m sharing the 10 things I truly wish someone had told me before becoming a school social worker.
When I entered this field, I had the passion, the degree, and the heart to help kids-but there were realities no one prepared me for. If you’re already a school social worker or thinking about becoming one, these lessons can save you years of stress, confusion, and burnout.
In this video, we talk about:
• Why you’re not just helping students-you’re supporting an entire school system
• The documentation no one warns you about (and how to survive it)
• Why you can’t save everyone-and why that’s not a failure
• How your calm, boundaries, and relationships determine everything
• How to work with parents from a place of empathy, not frustration
• Why community with other school social workers is non-negotiable
• The quiet wins that matter more than you realize
• And why your impact is bigger than your job description
My mission is to help school social workers find structure for the school year and peace for their life-because so many of us are thrown into this role and expected to figure it out alone. You don’t have to.
If this video resonates, it’s because you’re doing important work, and school social workers deserve support too. That’s why I create content like this-to help you grow, find clarity, and stay grounded in the work you’re called to do.
If you want more tools, deeper guidance, and community, I’m building a supportive circle for school social workers who want to thrive-not just survive.
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Which of the 10 hit you the hardest?
You’re not alone. You’re doing meaningful work-and I’m here to help you thrive.