Student Profile

Lisa Carr

Graduation Year: 2009

 

When and why did you decide to become a social work major?

I decided to become a social work major in the spring semester of my first year.  I was really interested in a career where I would get to help people and work with them to help better their life.

What areas of social work do you see yourself getting a job in after you graduate?

I would really like to get a job in a hospital.  I really like the medical aspect and I would have the potential to work with a variety of populations within the hospital.

Is it an advantage to be able to be a licensed social worker after graduating from CSB/SJU and also having to only go to school for one year after graduating with a social work degree to obtain your master's degree?

Yes, it is a great advantage.  Being licensed right after you graduate allows you to start applying for jobs right away.  I would like to get me master's degree also and having to go only for one year saves a lot of time and money.

What do you think are the most important qualities a person must have to be a good social worker?

I think that to be a good social worker you need to be compassionate about what you are doing and how you work with your client.  You also need to be a good listener and really take into account what people are saying to you.

What has been your best out of class activity related to social work?

My practicum experience has been my best out-of-class experience.  It allows you to apply what you have learned in the classroom to real life experiences.