Episode 9: Megan Bennett - Case Manager/Social Work

Today's episode features a very special interview addressing working in a field dealing with one of our country's leading social issues.  We sit down with Megan Bennett, a case manager working with homeless teens in the Dallas area. We learn about the challenges and wins when counseling, parenting and guiding these troubled youths at times through the most fundamental life skills needed to transition to a more stable life.  Megan's heartfelt regard for her work and residents of this transitional living facility is refreshing and reminds us there are many people out there who still care and work to make a difference.  Additionally, you will be enlightened on the factors and difficulties that often leave young people feeling that the street is their only option.  Learn how Megan found her way to this job, her experiences working with homeless teens and how you too can make a difference. NOTE: Since recording this episode, Megan has transitioned to a position in school counseling due to an out of state move. We will catch up with her at a later date to find out more about her experiences in that field! RELATED LINKS: Promise House Dallas   NCSL Statistics on Homeless and Runaway Youth If you would like to help: https://www.justgive.org/donations/help-homeless.jsp http://nationalhomeless.org/donate/index.html Mark Cuban's strategy to get best college degree for less money 50+ best jobs with degree in Psychology (Associate's degree through PhD)  Bureau of Labor and Statistics School and Career Counselor job summary (recommended degree Master's in School Counseling) Bureau of Labor and Statistics Social Workers (recommended degree Bachelor's in Social Work, but can use Bachelor's of Psychology) Bureau of Labor and Statistics Psychologist (usually a PhD or PsyD, but in some fields a Master's Degree) Dallas Pets Alive! -the group she worked with to rescue and foster dogs SHOW NOTES: 0:00 Intro and description of work 2:10 How she got into social work 3:48 Megan's passion for her work and her background 5:21 Megan's course through college 6:30 Her average day at work 8:26 Best parts and more challenging aspects of job 11:59 Any specialized training needed? 13:59 Advice for those interested in this field 14:50 Advice she would go back and give herself in high school 15:50 How Megan deals with challenges and stress 17:23 Megan's passion for saving and fostering dogs 18:26 Misconceptions of job and homeless population 21:02 Summary