Mental Health, Social Work, And Psychology - 1559 Words

I was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder roughly six years ago. Even though the disorder has posed numerous challenges, having anxiety has facilitated in clarifying numerous aspects of my life. Having anxiety and having to visit countless different psychiatrists and psychologists made me recognize that not every professional in the field cares genuinely about mental health and the people that struggle with it. I know I can truly assist and guide individuals through the hurdles of mental illness by attending the Silver School of Social Work program at New York University. Coming to Rutgers University for my undergraduate studies has only solidified my deep love for the subjects of mental health, social work, and psychology. The courses I†¦show more content†¦In April of 2014, as a junior at Rutgers, I received an offer to work at Trenton Psychiatric Hospital. This was my first directly clinical occupation and it was the ideal place to study and further my understanding of men tal illness and its effect on individuals. At Trenton Psychiatric, I was a Human Services Assistant who was responsible for providing and maintaining a therapeutic environment for all patients. I also assisted with admission, treatment, discharge, and community adjustment in regards to the patients. Working at Trenton Psychiatric Hospital for a year and a half made my love for helping people develop even further. I established genuine relationships with the patients and was fulfilled when they grew towards the recovery they deserved. Currently, I am working as a Field Researcher at the Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center at Rutgers University. This center is a publicly operated program for both children and adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. At the DDDC, I use Applied Behavioral Analysis to observe and collect data about the students in the program. I also assist with data coding, data management, running assessments, and working hands on with the students. Worki ng at the DDDC has made me understand and appreciate even further the hard work and dedication that certain people in the field put into their clients to help them succeed. Also, I am currently employed as a Mental Health Counselor at a group home entitled Earth House.