| Aspect | Internship Perinatal Social Worker | Perinatal Social Worker |
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| Credentials | Typically in progress of or recent graduate, may have student or intern status | Licensed or certified social worker with required credentials |
| Work Environment | Training settings, hospitals, clinics, supervised | Full professional role in healthcare or community settings |
| Responsibilities | Assisting, observing, learning, limited direct client responsibility | Providing direct support, assessments, care planning |
The main difference is that an Internship Perinatal Social Worker is a trainee gaining experience under supervision, while a Perinatal Social Worker is a fully qualified professional providing direct client care. Internships focus on learning, whereas full social workers handle ongoing patient support and case management.