Tribute paid to staff on World Social Work Day
Published: Wednesday 16 March 2022
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A heartfelt tribute has been paid to staff in South Lanarkshire social care on World Social Work Day.
Soumen Sengupta, Director, Health and Social Care South and Liam Purdie, Head of Children & Justice Services and Chief Social Work Officer paid tribute to the compassion and commitment of the workforce in a joint letter to staff.
The letter states: “We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our social workers, and indeed all other colleagues in social care, for everything you have done – and are doing. We appreciate the amazing work and dedication you have shown, and continue to show, to service users throughout South Lanarkshire.
“Your compassion, resilience and skill is invaluable to our organisation and to the communities we serve.
The statement continues: “We are also aware that social care, by nature, isn’t easy. As a profession you face challenges with good humour, grace and determination. This has been particularly evident through the COVID pandemic.
“Being a social worker – or indeed fulfilling any other role in social care – means you will always be surrounded by challenges. Your ability to adapt and be creative when facing adversity is admirable. Many of you see people at their worst and their best. Many of you see life begin and end. Whether you are frontline or in a support role - you make a difference to people’s lives.”
World Social Work Day is organised by the International Federation of Social Workers on 16 March.
The letter continued: “Whilst we wholeheartedly supportive of a ‘designated day’ to recognise your outstanding commitment, please be assured there is not a day that goes by where we don’t see and value your contribution.
“All that remains to be said, once again, is a sincere and heartfelt thank you.”
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