As you weigh your various career options, you should consider your strengths and weaknesses as well as your priorities. For example, do you place a high priority on salary, on work-life balance or on improving the lives of others? If making a difference in others’ lives is important to you, you may wish to consider one of the following career options.
Support Coordinator
Support coordinators play an important role in the lives of people with disabilities and their families. They serve as a liaison between the Division of Developmental Disabilities and the people who receive services by explaining how programs work and providing compassionate support. If this type of work interests you, you can go online to find out how to become a DDD provider in New Jersey.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapist
Cognitive behavioral therapy, also known as CBT, is effective in treating a host of issues including anxiety, eating disorders, depression and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). As a cognitive behavioral therapist, you would have the satisfaction of helping vulnerable people and seeing their circumstances improve. This career path typically requires a Bachelor’s degree as well as postgraduate education.
911 Dispatcher
911 dispatchers are there for people in emergency situations when they need urgent help. Dispatchers handle a wide variety of difficult situations, from medical emergencies to domestic violence cases and much more. Dispatchers need to be able to think on their feet and have a strong sense of empathy.
If you place a premium on making a difference in people’s lives, one of these careers may be right for you. Before committing to a particular path, do as much research as you can. It may be helpful to try out a particular field by completing an internship or job shadowing experience. Above all, in order to succeed in any of these careers, you will need to be devoted and compassionate.
