MSW Field Profiles 2022-23

MSW Patricia Jaquez De La Cruz 2022 Agency Name: The Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living Profile: The Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living (LVCIL) empowers persons with all types of disabilities to achieve independence in an inclusive community. The Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living (LVCIL) envisions a world free of barriers where people with all types of disabilities can live their dreams. Field Placement Responsibilities: During this field placement, I will be responsible for helping consumers with all types of disabilities to develop social and academic skills. I will learn to assist them in getting ready for independent living and reaching their goals. I will supervise them in the community while learning skills to prepare for future employment. I will shadow Life Skills, Counselors and licensed therapists, and social workers in the different programs in the Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living (LVCIL). Future Goals: In two years, I will have completed my Master of Social Work at Kutztown University. I want to continue working at the Northampton County Department of Human Services Children, Youth, and Families Division. Department of Social Work

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