Mental Health career?
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| Mon, 07-31-2006 - 5:13pm |
As you know, I need a job.
I decided my ideal job might be helping others like me. But, the problem is I don't want to go to school for years again or get into more debt.
Is there a job I could do without more degrees? And if not, is there a very short certificate I could get instead of a PHD? I just want to get started. Maybe in the end I will get a graduate degree but I don't know if I"m strong enough now. But I need a good career very badly.
I actually think that if I had a career, I would not be suicidal anymore. That is my biggest source of anxiety and hoplessness right now.
Does anyone know if you need a degree to get hired for a suicide hotline? Probably, right? But, I think I could do it even at this point...I think I could help now...
I need a purpose in life, guys. I need a reason to get out of bed. I need to be GOOD at something IMPORTANT.
Edited 7/31/2006 5:17 pm ET by bluerains

Allie
Hey Blue,
Thank you Allie and Lori for the advice,
I tried to do some research, there seem to be so many degees out there and I don't know where to start. The very idea of going to school again scares me, so I want to make sure if I do I pick the degree where I can get good jobs.
Lori, what schools offer that certification- community colleges, or 4 year college?
The only job ads I see around here for mental health are all case workers for children with emotional and behavior issues. And I'm too shy for those jobs, the kids would always get their way. I definately want to work with adults or senior citizens.
I did some research and found one local mental health place. Now I'm worried that they won't give me a chance because I have no experience- my resume is all library work and an English major.
I know this post may be off topic, but like I said it's my biggest weak point and challenge. I know I'll never be happy and secure without getting somewhere career wise.
Edited 8/2/2006 12:47 pm ET by bluerains
Hi Blue,