i was in foster care from the ages of 14-18, and not sure if that means i cant become a social worker. Anyone have any ideas as to whether this would help or hinder my chances?
2007-01-18 10:44:34 · 4 answers · asked by ? 6 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
How awesome! Go for it! I have been a social worker for 9 years. This will absolutely NOT stop you from doing this and can help you really connect w/ the issues your clients face. I would only suggest that you go into the field for the right reasons- to help people, to be a change agent, to make a difference. Please be sure to make sure you're ready- although you will learn so much about yourself and your own history, you have to be healthy enough to deal w/ the issues your clients are coming to you with. And that can take a lot of work for everyone, myself included. If you want, please email me at beachlvr6419@yahoo if you have more questions!
2007-01-18 10:51:33 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It certainly wouldn't hurt your chances. I know other social workers who were in care when they were younger. I was never in care but had quite a turbulent childhood and as a young mother spent several months in a women's aid refuge. I think this gives me a different perspective to those who lead more sheltered lives.
Good luck
2007-01-18 11:02:29 · answer #2 · answered by leekier 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You cn still become a social worker no matter what your background, so long as you don't have any serious criminal convictions
2007-01-18 10:51:36 · answer #3 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure it would give you a great insight as to what the kids want rather than need.
2007-01-18 10:49:33 · answer #4 · answered by Gsplan 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋