MSW Field Profiles 2018-19

MSW Desiree Peterson 2018-2019 Agency Name: Haven House Profile: Haven House has provides mental health services to the Lehigh County and Northampton County residents with Mental Health diagnosis. The agency's mission is to improve and elevate the independence of individuals having mental illness while supporting recovery and enhancing their quality of life. Field Placement Responsibilities: My role as an MSW student Intern at Haven House will include collaborating with the team of trained professionals. of diverse backgrounds that include MSW’s, LCSW’s, MA’s, psychiatrist, nurses and administrative team. As a professional teammember of Haven House, I will share in the responsibilities of adhering to the agency’s policy and procedures demonstrated throughout my field work. My task will include professionally engaging with a diversified clientele with mental health challenges, while demonstrating ethical, cultural sensitivity and professional behaviors. I will be conducting thorough assessments of clients needs on a Micro and Mezzo level and co-creating interventions and goals from a family- in-environment and strength based perspective. Future Goals: My future goal included becoming a LCSW with a private Family Practice, focused on bridging the family together by providing therapy for families impacted by incarceration and or mental health. Department of Social Work