Abstract
This study focuses on the topic of self-care among social workers who work with clients at risk of housing need. It identifies the specific difficulties of social work practice in this area, and the empirical part of this study focuses on workers who support clients in the process of exiting housing need. Possible sources of support are described. A mixed methodology is used; the qualitative part was conducted through 19 semi-structured interviews with social workers (10 in direct work, 9 in managerial and methodological positions), while the quantitative part was an online questionnaire completed by 227 respondents as part of a broader study.
The aim of the study is to contribute to the discussion on the need for staff support and to identify the tools thatrepresent this support. The study concludes by formulating a set of recommendations that focus on specific options for addressing support for social workers.The proposed solutions include the need for respect for the profession and expertise of social workers, better management support, the possibility of active involvement of workers in the development of methodological materials, the working environment and significantly improved remuneration. Other factors that would contribute to improved working conditions include the availability and quality of training