A CAUSAL MODEL OF QUALITY OF LIFE AMONG SOCIAL WORKERS
This quantitative, non-experimental research aimed to establish a model for the quality of life of social workers. The study focused on determining the levels of work resilience, job engagement, and political skills among social workers and their impact on their quality of life. Four hundred social workers in CARAGA region were the samples of this research. Moreover, the research utilized a survey tool to gather data and applied descriptive-correlational techniques, regression analysis, and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) for data analysis. The findings revealed significant relationships between work resilience, job engagement, political skills, and the quality of life of social workers. The results also highlighted that while these factors positively influenced the quality of life, other variables not included in the study also had a significant impact, suggesting the need for further research. The study culminated in the establishment of a structural model for the quality of life of social workers, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach in enhancing their well-being. This includes fostering authentic living, building social connections, managing stress, promoting physical, emotional, cognitive engagement at work, and harnessing political skill. The findings provide actionable insights for interventions aimed at improving the quality of life among social workers.
Social Workers, CARAGA Region, Resilience at Work, Job Performance, Political Skill, Quality of Life, SEM, Philippines.