<p>I hope this does not seem like a brag–but my daughter graduated in May from McGill
University in Montreal with a double major in Psychology (B.S.) and Humanities(B.A.).
Like many parents, we were in a little worry that this degree with a lack of specific skills and experience would hinder her getting a job, especially in this job market.</p>
<p>She moved back to Vermont and in with us (good-bye empty nest!!). Late last week she received a job offer in her field as a case worker with a local non-profit counseling and support services agency. The position even includes a four-month training component. The job is full-time with full benefits too such as health, dental, retirement, financial support for a master’s degree,etc. I am so proud of her-- she is launched. </p>
<p>Congrats to her (and to you). This sounds like a great first job. Tbe combined major that she chose sounds like it made a lot of sense for doing the sort of work she’s likely to be doing, and McGill is a very good school.</p>
<p>Congrats to her! It sounds like a very good job that makes use of her training and interests and provides generous benefits. Well done.
I share your joy at having her back at home as I am about to become an empty-nester and not looking forward to it at all!</p>
<p>When does she move out?
Congratulations!!! I would have been very relieved and proud also. Don’t worry about bragging, I am always happy when I hear some good news.</p>
<p>A job- after a degree in Psych and Humanities–is indeed a reason to celebrate! Congratulations to you and her. How wonderful that a paid master’s program is also in the mix of perks!</p>
<p>Congrats mcgilldad!!! Be sure to tell your dau to take care of herself first. As they say, you cant take care of others if you doint take care of yourself first. Depending on what her responsibilities are, it can be stressful, and caseworkers can have a high burnout rate.</p>
<p>Hey, a fellow Vermonter! I haven’t seen many of us on CC. </p>
<p>I think it is truly something to crow about that your D is gainfully employed in her field right after graduation! Many congratulations. </p>
<p>Since this is YOUR thread, I will just make a very quick mention that my D also just graduated and is gainfully employed in her field too (one that many on CC talk about not letting their kids go into or not wanting to pay the bucks for a degree in…theater). Unlike your D, she has not moved home and has not lived here since she started college. </p>
<p>Isn’t it great that our kids are supporting themselves? Yay!</p>
<p>Congratulations; and yes, you should brag.
An off-subject - perhaps you can write a point or two about going overseas for a degree - plusses, negatives, interesting things, etc. that most of us aren’t aware of.</p>
<p>Consolation-
Are you speaking in generalities about jobs in social services not getting the respect they deserve, or did it look like someone here was deriding them? If the latter, I certainly hope my post didnt come across that way-- that was NOT the intent at all. I am most sincere that those are difficult jobs and they sadly, are high stress and dont get the pay they deserve, so often have high turnover. I work in the mental health field and know how tough many caseworkers have it.</p>
<p>Congrats!!! This news is deserving of a post. This is great news in a not so great job market!!!</p>
<p>And Dad of 3, I never really though of Canada as overseas, just over the border, really. And McGill is a familiar U to most of us here in the states, at least those of us on the east coast.</p>
<p>Thanks for all the nice replies–my daughter is feeling very good about herself and her choices right now. I will pass your congrats on to her. I too was very skeptical about her landing a job in her field.</p>
<p>Regarding burnout- the nice thing about her agency is that she will work with a team of about 20 professionals, some very experienced, who will give her support and a helpful ear.</p>
<p>Mcgilldad, congratulations. I’m glad to hear that she will work within a professional team. Support is critical. As a former social worker, I can say that I have experienced work situations both ways; no question that support is preferable! :)</p>
