Resident Assistant Application Essay

Throughout my undergraduate training, I was exposed to many leadership positions. I served as a Psychology Peer Mentor, Math tutor Resident Assistant for nearly three years, With these leadership position, I was responsible for helping mold students mentality to excel in their academic and social work. I made sure my students had the fullest college experience in a positive way. As a Math tutor, I was responsible for struggling students in the math program. In all these, I‘ve excelled in my duties and as a student. I was inducted into the Psychology Honor society Psi Chi. I was the most outstanding club officer of the year for International Students club. I was a member of the Psychology, Talon and Science clubs. During that time, I was responsible for leading and managing people through challenges and obstacles. I was an encourager on campus; I exceled on retention of my residents and I was always on track to be on the …show more content…
Throughout my post-graduate training, I served as a graduate assistance, Residence Hall Director, Phone Banker. Mental Health Skills- building Provider/Substance Abuse Counselor. Now I’m currently serving as a Therapeutic Day Treatment Counselor.
Thirdly, I am down to earth and understand the challenges that many people face from a social and emotional perspective, as I faced those challenges several years back. With my educational background, ability to interact with people, and my passion for this profession, I feel that these things will help me build relationships with whomever I come in contact with. I have been equipped with all of the necessary tools that I need to be successful in the counseling field.
The experiences I gained in all the leadership roles I previously held has made me an exceptional leader and, I’m confident that I am capable of working as Professional Counselor. My work ethic and determination fits right in this