The 3 Levels of Social Work: Micro, Mezzo, and Macro

A diverse group of community organizers or social workers sitting together on the floor reviewing documents and charts, illustrating the collaborative nature of the 3 levels of social work.

Social work careers comprise various fields, including healthcare, child welfare, social justice, and politics. However, most social workers’ responsibilities fall under one of three levels: micro, mezzo, or macro. Many social workers’ duties cover multiple levels, though most positions focus on one. For example, while a school counselor may work with both the administration and […]