Mikhiela Martinez Personal Finances Mr. Rabine 11/7/23 Career #1 Job Title Top Interest Category Career Cluster Link to Job Summary Substance Abuse & Behavioral Disorder Counselor Social Public services https://www.mynextmove.org/profile/summary/21-1011.0 0 Career #2 Clinical Psychologist Industry: Health & Counseling Investigative https://www.mynextmove.org/profile/summary/19-30 33.00 Substance Abuse & Behavioral Disorder Counselor 1. What specific tasks would I perform on this job? (See “What they do” and “On the job you would:”) Counsel those with substance abuse or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders. 2. What is the job environment likely to be? The job environment is likely to be in an office setting. 3. What would the rewards of working at this job likely be? I’d be helping those with illness/ disorder, which does match up with the characteristics I see as important. 4. Review your passions and values, then finish this statement with your profile in mind: I would find this job particularly satisfying because: My passion is to help others. 5. In what ways is this job compatible with my work behavior style? This job is compatible with my work behavior style because it would let me work with many different clients and would most likely have structured working hours. 6. Training and education needed for this job: A: What degree or certification will I need to earn? Associate’s degree or high school diploma/GED B: How many years will it take to earn the required credentials? 2 7. Does this job require specific physical attributes or abilities (strengths or health requirements, 20/20 vision, etc.)? If so, what are they? Do I meet them? No, this job does not require specific physical attributes or abilities. 8. What could I expect to earn as a beginner in this field? salary? 35k. 9. What is the average mid-career 50k. Describe the outlook for job openings in the future when I am ready to work. How might societal, economic, and technological changes impact this career? If the pay increases it’d be in higher demand. 10. What aptitudes, strengths, and skills does this job call for? Are they transferable to another career if I change my mind for this job title to become obsolete? Yes, I could use the skills in many social jobs, 11. What can I do today to begin preparing for this job? I can do patience exercises. 12. What classes must I take in high school to qualify for this job? Any, as long as I graduate. 13. Am I likely to find this job here in my current hometown or might I need to move? I am likely to find this job in my county or near it. 14. Are there opportunities for self-employment in this field (business owner, freelance work, etc.)? No, this job is usually within county or state environments. Clinical Psychologist 1. What specific tasks would I perform on this job? (See “What they do” and “On the job you would:”) Assess, diagnose, and treat mental and emotional disorders. 2. What is the job environment likely to be? The job environment is likely to be in an office setting. 3. What would the rewards of working at this job likely be? I’d be helping those with illness/ disorder, which does match up with the characteristics I see as important. 4. Review your passions and values, then finish this statement with your profile in mind: I would find this job particularly satisfying because: My passion is to help others. 5. In what ways is this job compatible with my work behavior style? This job is compatible with my work behavior style because it would let me work with many different clients and would most likely have structured working hours. 6. Training and education needed for this job: A: What degree or certification will I need to earn? Doctoral or masters B: How many years will it take to earn the required credentials? 6-8 years 7. Does this job require specific physical attributes or abilities (strengths or health requirements, 20/20 vision, etc.)? If so, what are they? Do I meet them? No this job does not require specific physical attributes or abilities. 8. What could I expect to earn as a beginner in this field? salary? 60k 9. What is the average mid-career $107,470 Describe the outlook for job openings in the future when I am ready to work. How might societal, economic, and technological changes impact this career? Society is increasingly becoming more accepting in terms of mental health stigma, therefore new job opportunities are very likely in the future. 10. What aptitudes, strengths, and skills does this job call for? Are they transferable to another career if I change my mind for this job title to become obsolete? Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it, looking for ways to help people, listening to others. Yes, I could use the skills in many social jobs, 11. What can I do today to begin preparing for this job? Read more into psychology. 12. What classes must I take in high school to qualify for this job? No specific classes needed, but Psychology would be helpful. 13. Am I likely to find this job here in my current hometown or might I need to move? I am likely to find this job in my city, county, or near it. 14. Are there opportunities for self-employment in this field (business owner, freelance work, etc.)? Yes, and I am interested in those opportunities. I would like to open a private practice.