Formal Employee Orientation Program. Another type of employee orientation program that is commonly used is that of the formal employee orientation system. New hires are assigned a specific leader who will guide them through pre-determined lessons and then evaluate their progress every step of the way.
Some of the skills that are most relevant and useful for Social Work include the following: 1  Detailed note taking ability-The ability to take excellent notes is extremely important as you listen to your clients and colleagues and develop interventions and strategies.
Trait #1: Empathetic. The most important characteristic of a social worker is their empathy. The vast majority of people you work with are in a state of crisis and emotional distress. Therefore you must be able to offer a caring, understanding, and empowering environment for them.