Social Workers and Mental Health Counselors Make a Difference
If you have a desire to work with people to help them overcome social or economic difficulties a career as a social worker or mental health counselor might be for you. There is an overwhelming need for social work to assist people who have had conflicts with the law or have suffered mental health problems due to circumstances beyond their control.
So what can you do to help? There are many avenues to explore in this area and the potential is huge for a rewarding career that offers solace to others who are in need. A social worker often sees the worst that life can throw at you – children and others that have been abused or otherwise mistreated, people who are homeless and those who have other misfortunes that put them at risk. People who take on this role are required to have an Associate’s Degree and are normally paid around $35,000.
Here are some Mental Health Certification options:
Art Therapy (ATBCE)
Music Therapy
Certified Rehab Counselor (CRCC)
Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP)
National Clinical Mental Health (NCMHCE)
Social Work (ASWB)
Mental health counselors also work with people who suffer from any number of maladies that range from self-esteem issues or marital difficulties to life-threatening diseases or other conflicts. They might counsel drug addicts or alcoholics or someone who is suicidal. Mental health counselors can specialize in one area such as working with families of abuse or drug addiction or they can have a general practice. They can work individually with a private practice or work for a clinic, a non-profit organization or a hospital setting. Mental health counselors generally make approximately $40,000 to $60,000.
Helping others is a very worthwhile and rewarding experience and in the stressful world that we live in today this career choice is well needed. Mental health or social work can offer ample opportunities to fulfill your dream of assisting others and helping them to move onto a better life and will make you feel good as well.
Addictions Counselor
Art Therapy (ATBCE)
Certified Rehab Counselor (CRCC)
National Courselor Exam (NCE)
Social Work (ASWB)
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