Max Brenes, Social Work

Q & A

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How did you end up in social work?

After college I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to do -- I just knew I wanted to help somehow, and I think this is a great place to help people.

Did anyone in particular encourage you to pursue a career in social work?

Nobody encouraged me in particular to go into that field, but the way I was brought up -- my mom is a teacher and my dad is a doctor, both service-oriented jobs – I always knew I wanted to do something to help people.

Are there any advantages or disadvantages of being a male in social work?

I don’t think there are any disadvantages of being a male in social work. I think people respect you the same way.

Do you plan to continue towards a career in social work?

No I don’t plan to stay in social work all my life. I plan to change into something else that I feel more passionate about. I feel really good about helping people right now and what I’m doing -- however I don’t think it’s what I want to do for the rest of my life – hopefully I’ll find something like that.”