In social work, one deals with children, adults, or elderly people, resolves conflicts, or provides services. One can see oneself as a counselor or manager, as a trainer, social therapist, or as an advocate for the disadvantaged. But what truly defines this profession? This book develops a theoretically grounded profile of the profession. It presents: the goals and framework conditions of the profession, fields of work and activity groups, case studies from experienced professionals, and core competencies. The diverse facets of professional identity thus come together to create a vivid qualification profile of professional action in social work.