
Increase your impact.
Find a job you love.
Social workers often face the challenge of feeling undervalued and burnt out in clinical work, but no one has taught them how to transition from clinical to macro work.
Many social workers struggle with:
Lack of support and resources
Burnout and low pay
Difficulty transitioning from clinical to macro work
Don't let burnout be your story.
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Learn how to get your résumé and cover letter to the top of the pile by taking them from "meh" to "wow."
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Networking is the crucial skill that most job-seekers forget about or feel intimidated by. With our program, you will build the confidence and know-how so that networking becomes a breeze.
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Sometimes the biggest challenge in the job search is simply not being sure where to look. With our program, you'll have the confidence to find what you're looking for.
Are you ready to embark on a profound journey to land the dream job? It all begins with a single step – and that step is now.
My name is Jacob Kendall, and I’ve been in your shoes. I’ve made numerous career transitions throughout my life, including moving from research to teaching, and later from academia to entrepreneurship. I understand the courage it takes to enter a new field, which is why I founded The Versatile Social Worker.
We help folks like you pursue their calling.

⭐ Online Course
⭐ 5 Easy-To-Use Templates
⭐ Personalized, Expert Feedback
Your purchase includes one year of access to our game-changing online course that contains 7 modules of content specifically tailored to social workers who are on the job hunt. No more of the generic job search advice that you find elsewhere online--these lessons are tailored to you, a social worker who wants to land a job with higher pay and less stress. Course modules include: Craft an Expert Cover Letter, Create A Razor-Sharp Résumé, Wield Your Network Like a Pro, Maximize Your LinkedIn Profile, Embrace Your Macro, Ace the Interview, Win the Salary Negotiation.
Also included:
-5 easy-to-use templates to help you get a leg-up on writing expert application materials.
-Access to weekly office hours with a member of the Versatile Social Worker team, where you can ask questions and get personalized expert feedback
Most clients of The Versatile Social Worker are professionals who have their MSW or are working to complete their MSW within the next 6 months. We also work with BSWs who have work experience and others with mental health and public health backgrounds. We welcome seasoned professionals, as well as those who are new to the workforce.
Clients who review the videos in the course and who are diligent about doing the steps recommended through the program typically see results (ie, interviews) within weeks, if not days. The actual time to receive a job offer varies by client and by industry. We recommend allocating a minimum of 5-10 hours per week to your job search.
When you complete the purchase form on this page, you will immediately receive an email with information about getting started and accessing the course.