Analysis of professional adaptation problems of social workers
ENThis article presents the adaptation problems of social workers who start their employment. Coming to work in a new place is a challenge for all employees, even for those who already have some experience: a new work place, colleagues, new order and “unwritten” rules among employees. A constant development of knowledge and skills is expected from young specialists. Therefore, in the process of getting employment general competences gain significant importance. These competences give basis for knowledge development and successful adaptation to constantly changing labour market requirements, i.e. adaptation in the work environment. The research results have revealed that the most common problems of professional adaptation are the lack of practical knowledge, the negative attitude of clients towards employees, workload which does not correspond to the remuneration. Key words: professional adaptation, social workers, motivation. [From the publication]
