The SSWLHC WA Chapter is accepting applications for its 2011 Student Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded annually in the amount of $2000.

Purpose of Award

• To raise the visibility of the Social Work profession in the area of health care,
• To honor and support an outstanding student who is committed to pursuing a Social Work career in health care.

Description of Award

• The scholarship winner will receive a one-time cash award, for $2,000.
• In addition, all applicants will receive a one-year membership in the SSWLHC.
• Recipient of the Award will serve as a liaison on the SSWLHC WA chapter board as Member-at-Large for one year. The recipient will act as a representative for the social work students; educating students about SSWLHC, informing students of organization events, and participating in monthly board meetings via conference telecommunications when possible.

Eligibility

The award is open to any student in Washington state who:

• Is a Master of Social Work candidate of any Washington State MSW program;
• Will be enrolled as a 2nd year MSW student in the academic year 2011-2012, or will graduate with an MSW in 2012;
• Shows commitment to a career in health care Social Work, (clinical, program planning, administrative, or research);
• Holds U.S. residency or, if an international student, plans to work in medical social work in the United States for two years post graduation.

Application Process:

Applications will be due by May 1, 2011, with the award announced by May 31, 2011.

Applicants are requested to apply by submitting their application through email to Mary Weatherley, LICSW, at weatherley.m@ghc.org. Please include:

1. A brief cover sheet with name, address, telephone, email address and names of your 3 references.
2. A resume outlining volunteer, practicum, and paid work experience.
3. A personal statement not to exceed 500 words, describing an aspect of Social Work practice in healthcare in which the student is interested, explaining what the student believes to be his/her potential to make a unique contribution to that area of practice.
4. Three letters of references (Please have your references email their recommendations directly to Mary Weatherley, LICSW, at weatherley.m@ghc.org).

The recipient of the award will be featured in the Society newsletter and may be asked to receive the award at the fall SSWLHC educational meeting.

Questions? Contact Mary Weatherley at weatherley.m@ghc.org or 206-988-2643.

Mary Weatherley, LICSW, Manager
Social Work Services, Group Health Cooperative
Telephone: 206-988-2643
Fax: 206-988-2538

Updated 1/28/2011