Starting a Career in Social Services
This course is designed to quickly get you up to speed on the industry, help you uncover the strengths you bring to the table, and prepare you for the interview.
Course Overview
Register for the Live Kickoff, Call #1
New Student Intake Form
Introduce Yourself
01 — What You Will Learn
02 — What is WholeStory?
03 — Nothing Soft About Soft Skills
04 — Life Experiences For the Win
05 — The Power of Story
06 — Show 'Em What You're Made Of
07 — Own Your Story, Control the Narrative
08 — Show, Don't Tell
09 — Getting Started
Create Your WholeStory Account
10 — Let Your Stories Marinate
Share One of Your Stories
Short Reflection
Take a Break!
Welcome to the Social Service Profession
Register for Live Call #2: Industry Basics
Root Causes of Poverty
Diversity in the Workplace
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Cultural Competency
Optional: Listen to What It Means to Be an Ally Podcast Episode
What Types of Jobs Can I Get?
Optional: Allyship (& Accomplice): The What, Why, and How Article
Learning Resources: Choose Your Own Adventure
Reflection Questions
Register for the Final Live Call: Self-Advocacy
The Importance of a Stellar Resume
Optional: Begin Building Your Resume
Now back to the WholeStory videos...
11 — Navigating the Weirdness
Build More Stories
Practice Your Story Out Loud
12 — Overcoming Interview Jitters
Record Your Video
13 — What the Heck is Behavioral Interviewing
14 — A Big Little Secret
Final Reflection
Submit Your Resume & WholeStory Profile
Fill Out the Student Information Survey