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Social Worker (MSW)
Francis Atta (MSW)
Community Activist/Social Worker/Author/Public Speaker
When my parents decided to name me Francis, little did they know they would teach me one of the greatest lessons of my life. It means to be free – a feeling that most young people chase but rarely get the chance to experience because they often wish for success more than they are willing to work for it. During my teens, I also experienced the same struggle. My life was plagued with many challenges – from peer pressure to gangs, poor grades to poverty – which continued to push me down a negative path. Despite my cool and collected demeanor, on the inside I felt frustrated, unhappy and I was searching for purpose and fulfillment. I wanted to do more than just exist, but found it very difficult to believe in myself and my dreams.

I received the push I needed once I made the choice to rise to the true definition of my name; this single decision changed my perspective and how I viewed my world. I started visualizing my ideal path and creating action plans to see it through. When I didn’t have the answers, I turned to my mentors who did. When I wanted to give up, I pushed harder, even when it hurt because I understood that I am 100% responsible for my own life.

Despite everything I’ve been through, I’ve found a place inside myself where nothing is impossible. I’ve had to develop this attitude out of urgency to change my life from negative to positive.

Today – there’s not a moment that passes by when I don’t think about my generation and many others that will follow closely behind. Speaking to audiences across Canada, I often hear their need for freedom and enlightenment. I see their future in their eyes and recognize that they all have voices that want to be heard. I get my fuel from other dreamers, believers, do-ers and big thinkers. My life’s work is dedicated to helping people both young and old, design a plan that will open the door to every possibility. But I don’t just talk a good talk, if you look back on the way I live my life and how I’ve managed my career, it is evident that I have created a blueprint for success.

Salary Range

$65,000 - $100,000+

Education

Masters Degree

Demand

High Demand

Meet a Professional

Social workers help individuals, couples, families, groups, communities and organizations develop the skills and resources they need to enhance social functioning and provide counselling, therapy and referral to other supportive social services.

Core Responsibilities

01
Provide people with social/emotional support
02
Connect youth and families to community resources
03
Investigate cases of child abuse or neglect and take protective action.
04
Work with community partners to help build social supports

Typical Workplace

Interview clients to assess their situation and determine the types of services required and eligibility
Provide counsel and therapy to help clients resolve social and personal problems
Plan programs of assistance for clients
Refer clients to agencies that provide financial assistance, legal aid, housing, medical treatment and other services
Investigate cases of child abuse or neglect and take authorized protective action when necessary

Attributes & Abilities

Creativity Skills
Organized & detail-oriented
Collaborative skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Communication skills
Educational skills

High School Course Requirements (Ontario)

Grade 12

English (ENG4U)

5 Additional University level courses (4U/M)
Cooperative Education (Recommended)

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