Automation index
Can AI do a Social worker’s job?
Today an AI can already prep materials, sort notes, and write a first summary. The class, the source, and the patient still need someone in the room.
This does not say whether you will be fired.
IS WORK OVER?
Social worker
24%
AI or a robot can already do 24% of this job.
#59 / 83
isworkover.com
Tasks and time saved
Reports and referrals
45%30% of the week
Case file
40%20% of the week
Family and field
5%35% of the week
Risk decisions
8%15% of the week
Estimate · first measured 25 Aug 2026. · Coverage 50%