Social Work Assistant Cover Letter Example

Dear Ms. Watson,

I am writing to apply for the Social Work assistant with the Smith County Public Assistance Office. I am a new graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work and am anxious to begin my career helping members of our community.

In my studies I learned about a variety of topics related to the field of social work including counseling theory assessment interviewing strategies and cultural awareness. I am outgoing and possess strong interpersonal skills which allow me to interact well with all kinds of people. I am also highly organized and work well under pressure. In addition to my academic studies I participated in a hands-on internship with the Lakeland County Office of Human Services. In that position i gained a great deal of experience in working one on one with at-risk clients.

I would love to bring the experience gained to your agency.My knowledge of human services combined with my personal attributes make me an ideal candidate for your Social Work Assistant position. Please do not hesitate to contact me at the email or phone number listed above to schedule an interview to discuss my qualifications and to review my portfolio. I look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your time.

Sincerely,

Jennifer Diaz