Vous êtes submergé par les échéances des projets. Comment pouvez-vous, en tant que travailleur social, rester organisé et sur la bonne voie ?

Hiérarchiser les tâches et se munir d'un To-di-list journalier permet de bien gérer son temps et de vite atteindre les objectifs. Dans le cas des échéances trop rapprochées, il faut s'attaquer aux priorités selon le degré d'importance et déléguer les tâches moins importantes aux membres de son équipe, cela est souvent plus efficace et co-constructif.

The best thing to do in such situations is to communicate with team and the stake holders don't try to rush and come out with meaningless solutions for the clients. Ask if timeline can be extended, if not prioritise it in your matrix. Make calendars and plans in advance. Social work imcludes "duty of care" that means be prepared in advance to avoid such situations.

Como Assistente Social, manter-se organizado envolve o uso de ferramentas de gestão, definição de metas claras, delegação eficiente de tarefas e reavaliação constante de prioridades. É essencial praticar o autocuidado para evitar o esgotamento e manter o equilíbrio entre vida pessoal e profissional. Além disso, a comunicação eficaz com a equipe e beneficiários garante alinhamento e facilita a gestão das responsabilidades. Essas práticas ajudam a manter o controle do trabalho, mesmo sob pressão, assegurando um serviço eficiente e sustentável.

As a student of Social Entrepreneurship, staying organized and on track with project deadlines involves prioritizing tasks, breaking them down into manageable steps, and using tools like to-do lists or project management apps. I set clear goals, allocate specific time slots for each task, and regularly review my progress to make adjustments as needed. Additionally, I maintain a balance between work and self-care to ensure sustained productivity and focus.

Para se organizar com prazos apertados: 1. Planeje Diariamente: Divida o trabalho em tarefas menores e distribua ao longo da semana. 2. Priorize: Foque nas tarefas mais urgentes e importantes primeiro. 3. *Use Ferramentas*: Utilize apps como Trello ou Asana para monitorar o progresso. 4. Reserve Tempo: Separe blocos de tempo sem interrupções para focar em tarefas específicas. 5. Faça Pausas: Pequenos intervalos ajudam a manter a produtividade. 6. Revise e Ajuste: Revise seu plano regularmente para ajustar conforme necessário.

I am often asked, how do you do it all? I often joke that my work ethic is that of a relentless turtle 🐢 . I do a lot of things every day, including starting to build towards longer term projects and collaborations. Adjusting my energy and focus to different tasks in the day helps me stay engaged and alert. If I stick with one thing, I lose heart and interest quickly. For me, consistency through daily efforts helps me stay on track and meet or usually exceed what is expected.

Creating a dedicated workspace has significantly improved my focus. By creating a strong association between work and this dedicated space, I can sort of "prime" myself for action. The simple act of entering this area signals to my brain that it's time to work.

Break your day into focused time blocks dedicated to specific tasks. A very simple example is the Clock app in Windows 11 that allows you to set focus sessions and blocks all notifications for a certain period. It even schedules 5-minute breaks to help you stay fresh and focused. This feature can be incredibly useful in managing your time effectively and ensuring you stay on track with deadlines. This technique can allow you to concentrate fully on one task at a time, reducing distractions and boosting productivity. Think of it like creating your own personal "do not disturb" sign—except without the risk of someone ignoring it! If your phone could roll its eyes, it would, but hey, it works. :D

Utilize digital tools like task managers or project tracking software to keep everything in one place. As a dental tech, I believe precision and organization are key; similarly, tools can help you maintain clarity and order in your social work projects. For example, tools like Trello or Asana allow you to create boards or lists for each case or project, making it easy to track progress, assign tasks, and set deadlines. These tools can help you manage multiple clients or projects efficiently, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.

Uma das primeiras etapas para evitar a sobrecarga no trabalho é avaliar e planejar adequadamente a carga de trabalho dos colaboradores. Incentivar pausas regulares e intervalos é essencial para prevenir a sobrecarga no trabalho e manter a produtividade. Realize pausas curtas a cada 60-90 minutos para descansar e recarregar as energias.

Ao organizar tudo de forma visual, é mais fácil gerenciar o tempo e os recursos com eficácia, garantindo que nenhuma tarefa seja esquecida e que tudo seja acompanhado de maneira clara e objetiva.

Ao delegar, assegure uma comunicação clara fornecendo todas as informações e o contexto necessário. Isso evita mal-entendidos e garante que a tarefa seja concluída de forma eficiente e conforme o esperado.

Flexibilidade envolve a disposição de reavaliar e reorganizar prioridades sempre que surgirem novas informações ou mudanças na situação de um cliente. Esse ajuste constante permite uma resposta mais eficaz e adaptada às necessidades emergentes, garantindo um atendimento mais assertivo e personalizado.

In my experience when I worked as a social worker, I've found that flexibility is crucial. While having a structured plan is important, I always leave room for the unexpected. Whether it's a client crisis or an urgent task that suddenly comes up, I make sure to adjust my schedule as needed. I regularly reassess my priorities, sometimes even daily, to ensure that I'm responsive to immediate needs without losing sight of my long-term goals. This approach has helped me stay on track even when things don't go as planned.

I encourage many clients to make lists of goals and tasks they want to achieve. I always follow it up by saying “be flexible!” I remind my clients that our goals and tasks can always be adjusted or amended. Most jobs , companies , even the constitution have amendments related to their policies , procedures and practices.

Flexibility is imperative in being successful as a social worker. Although it’s great to be organized and having an agenda or to do list it’s important to be flexible to what may arise and require more urgent attention. Additionally, it’s important to make sure you aren’t punishing or hard on yourself when you have to put off your to do items to take care of urgent tasks.

Self care is necessary to make sure you have the capacity to continue to give your work. There will always be urgent work and needs but taking care of you makes sure you’re present to be a change maker!

I’ve come to think of self-care as our “charger”. In today’s technology era, most people have a smartphone and one thing we know about our devices is that they need to be recharged often, before the battery dies, otherwise, it won’t work. When our battery is low, we can feel it. Stress happens faster and burnout begging to creep in. This is where self-care comes to play. It is essential to recharge our batteries so we can continue to stay present and committed to honoring the values that makes us and direct us.

I've also learned that prioritizing self-care is essential in managing my workload effectively. In the past, I used to push through without taking breaks, but I realized that this only led to burnout. Now, I make sure to set aside time for regular breaks, mindfulness practices, and clear boundaries between work and personal life. By taking care of myself, I'm not only preserving my well-being but also enhancing my ability to stay focused and productive.

Self care for social workers can start with learning to say “no”. I give myself and others permission to decline invitations to join speaking engagements, attend weekend conferences, or other outside work meetings that are voluntary in nature. Social workers are already tasked with undefined roles and expectations in and outside of work hours. We often feel obligated to say yes to an invitation, but we can also take time to recharge. Taking a few months or even a year to solely focus on work without the added responsibilities outside of work can absolutely feel like self care.