Readers’ Choice Recap: Top Blog Posts of 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s a great time to recap our reader’s favorite blog posts of the year. Whether you’re joining us for the first time (a warm welcome to you!) or you’re one of our cherished regulars (great to see you again!), we hope you’ll find fresh insights and discoveries in this year’s lineup.
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(6) A Shift in Human Services: Empowering What’s Right, Not What’s Required
Those who work in government know all too well: There are always rules. In human services organizations, social workers are challenged every day to meet their job requirements, which can be overwhelming considering expectations and deadlines.
But it goes without saying that human services is much more than just paperwork and bureaucracy, it’s about making a genuine impact. When social workers, administrators, organizations, and individuals strive to go beyond compliance to deliver impactful service, our community thrives in remarkable ways.
In this blog post, discover inspiring examples from the human services sector that prioritize what’s right over what’s required.
(5) 5 Must-Haves for Mobile Technology in Child Welfare
Child welfare agencies must adapt to changing demands, requiring workers to be equipped with mobile technology to stay connected, access important information, and streamline their work. This allows them to focus on fostering relationships, providing holistic support, and helping families achieve goals.
In this blog post, uncover the five necessities an agency should consider when choosing mobile tools to help enhance critical child welfare work.
(4) Stories from the Heart: Reflecting on Our Impact in Human Services
It is a common saying at Northwoods that, “We help the people, who help the people, who need help.” We love partnering with our customers to help lighten the paperwork burden and to focus on what is truly important: the families they serve.
In this post, we hear personal insights and stories from various team members about their jobs, their motivation, and their contributions at Northwoods. From former caseworkers to product and sales staff, find out how they are personally connected to the Northwoods mission and what drives them in their roles.
(3) New Ideas and Innovations Aiming to Fill the Gap in Child Welfare
Child welfare leaders across the country are recognizing the need to restructure child welfare systems to focus on prevention in a way that puts families first. Many states and counties are also implementing new programs, partnerships, and initiatives to address workforce gaps and modernize technology.
This blog post highlights some of the creative ideas and strategies being put into practice that contribute to improving child welfare systems today.
(2) Celebrating Social Workers: A Roundup of Resources You Need to Succeed
Social workers should be recognized and celebrated all year round! We can’t help but cheer about the amazing superhero work you do to uplift and empower vulnerable kids, adults, and families. You’re a true guiding light, a beacon of hope for those in need, and we’re so grateful for everything you do!
Because social workers are all about connecting folks with the resources they need to thrive, we figured we’d do the same for you! In this blog post, we try to lighten the load of social workers by providing resources such as inspirational quotes, memes, and social work strategies. Consider it a one-stop shop for social work stories, songs, self-care tips, and more.
(1) Dear Social Workers, Thank You for Showing Up.
Social workers are highly resourceful, creative, and compassionate individuals who provide stability and strength to those around them. Despite the challenges, social workers are praised for their unwavering commitment to serve.
Explore this blog post to discover inspiring stories, heartfelt poems, and powerful quotes that highlight the incredible contributions of social workers and the profound effect they have on our communities.
Bonus reads!
Thanks for reading our top blog posts of 2024! Still want more content? Check out these chart-toppers our readers continue to view every year:
• Why Do Social Workers Burn Out?
• What Stereotype About Social Work Would You Clear Up?
• Inspiring Foster Care Stories
• Self-Care is So Yesterday: How to Re-Focus on Worker Well-Being and Foster Psychological Safety
