Abstract

This study provides a review of the theoretical perspectives on the impact of social worker in community development. Community social workers help communities function. Some social workers work directly with individuals, administering needs appraisals and making referrals to resources in the community. Others assess needs on a larger scale. They may plan and administer programs. Community's individuals desire to stay safe, healthy and wealthy. Social services and social workers have an important function in helping people enhance their quality of life by building awareness and sustaining the community by creating employment opportunities on their effort. A vital community generates a participatory energy that makes residents feel integrated and empowered. A community social worker can play a significant role in creating this within the community they work in. This knowledge of community brings out the best in people, and motivate them to do more for themselves and those around them. This study provides a significant contribution to understanding social workers' impact on community development. The present study is to know the impact of social workers on community development.