Why be a social worker?

May 24 / Monique Renee Smith
"Why be a social worker?" People often ask of me.

"The pay isn't high, and the paperwork is beyond belief.

The stress you must have, dealing with people's problems all day."

So, I look at them, and I try, my best to explain.

The pay won't make me rich, you are right about that.

The paperwork's insane, and we always need more staff.

Yes, people come to me with a lot to explain.

From broken homes, trauma, and unimaginable pain.

But you asked, "why be a Social Worker?" so let me share with you. 
Why I continue, to do what I do.

It's the light in people's eyes, when they first find that hope.

When they empower themselves, and finally learn to cope.

It's watching them find a new life, one they actually wanted to live.

It's the joy of the families, as they reunite and forgive.

It's the one day you wonder, "am I really make a difference in what I do?"

Then your email reads, "I am happy and well, and I want to thank you."

That's when you know...

I say with a tear...T

here could not be, a more rewarding career.