Msw Personal Statement

Upon completion of an MSW, I intend to become a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Obtaining my license, will provide me with the fundamental tools needed to become an effective therapist for victims and perpetrators of domestic traumas. With my license, my long-term career goal is to start a private practice, with the hope that through counseling, I can help clients help themselves. With my certificates in integrated healthcare and gerontology, I wish to start my career in public health agencies. Perhaps, as an advance service coordinator or a hospice. Before making inquiries about private practice or obtaining a therapist position, my hope is to work closely with clients in their communities, conduct home visits, link them to resources, …show more content…
Two of my greatest strengths that I have recognized would have to be my ability to patient and exhibit empathy. At such a young age, my innate characteristics of patience and empathy allowed me to mentor and support my aunt when she was most vulnerable. My ability to be empathetic will contribute authenticity to my professional communication style, and strengthen interpersonal relationships. With such a trait, as I develop an enhanced understanding of what it means to be a clinical social worker, I will easily connect with future clients, peers, colleagues and professors, remain positive throughout ethical dilemmas, and effortlessly collaborate with others and vision every client as myself in a different skin. On the other hand, my ability to be patient will allow me to work to develop a comprehensive skill of cultural competence. I am firm believer that cultural competence is a foundation to enriching my career, a building block of sorts. With patience, I will precisely select interventions or treatments that focus on each client’s situation. I can envision myself enthusiastically seeking resources that align with clients’ system, or researching methods to effectively recognize, understand and