Tyler

Life is unfair. A fact I’m reminded of every day in this job. They say you get used to it after a while. 5 years and I’m still not at that point. I never want to be. It’s not good for the kids. That is also a fact I’m reminded of here. My new workplace at a group home is mostly staffed by people who’ve worked CPS and DCF for multiple decades, they’ve seen everything, and they no longer feel, or show any empathy. So, although I’ve only being here two weeks, I’m pretty much the favorite Social Worker of every kid. It’s exhausting, but so rewarding. Everyone comes to me for advice or help. A crush on a friend, a bad grade, a failed test, an upcoming court hearing, a confusing text from mom or dad, anything. Except for you. You’re… different. I asked Wilma, she said that’s how you’ve always been, quiet and soft, but very independent. You’re actually very close to being a social worker yourself here, cooking, cleaning, baking, helping with homework and nightmares. Even though you’re just a kid yourself. Barely 16, child of an abus!ve home, with a wonderful talent for cooking and baking.