Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Rich Devine, a dedicated social worker, to explore the emotional and psychological challenges of the profession. Rich shares his personal journey, from his early motivations influenced by his father's struggles, to his experiences in child protection and the impact of his work on his own life. We delve into the realities of social work, discussing the importance of attachment theory, the complexities of working with families, and the emoti...
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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Rich Devine, a dedicated social worker, to explore the emotional and psychological challenges of the profession. Rich shares his personal journey, from his early motivations influenced by his father's struggles, to his experiences in child protection and the impact of his work on his own life. We delve into the realities of social work, discussing the importance of attachment theory, the complexities of working with families, and the emoti...
From Frontline Social Work to Full-Time Life Coach: Ellie Iovine’s Journey of Career Change and Growth
The Social Work Pivot
43 minutes
7 months ago
From Frontline Social Work to Full-Time Life Coach: Ellie Iovine’s Journey of Career Change and Growth
Send us a text Today, I’m joined by Ellie Iovine, a former child protection social worker turned full-time life coach. Ellie spent 10 years in frontline safeguarding, working with children and families in crisis. She remained committed to direct client work, serving as an advanced practitioner for three years, but never felt drawn to management—she thrived in community-based work, making a direct impact. After three attempts to leave social work, Ellie finally took the leap in December 2024, ...
The Social Work Pivot
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Rich Devine, a dedicated social worker, to explore the emotional and psychological challenges of the profession. Rich shares his personal journey, from his early motivations influenced by his father's struggles, to his experiences in child protection and the impact of his work on his own life. We delve into the realities of social work, discussing the importance of attachment theory, the complexities of working with families, and the emoti...
