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Just as important as our physical health is our mental health, yet many children and adults in the U.S. dont address their mental health concerns. May is Mental Health Awareness Month; its a time to bring attention to mental health conditions and ways to support our psychological well-being for overall health. In the U.S., more than one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness.
It came up over and over again in our national survey of direct support professionals ineffective supervision results in frustrations among experienced DSPs and dissatisfaction with their job. Certainly, supervision in intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) services is challenging. Providing IDD services is often a personal and intimate experience, and it can be difficult to quantify the characteristics so important to person-centered care respect for the individual, kindness, empathy,
The legacy of childhood trauma is complex, but it is not immutable. As social workers, we have the opportunity to confront and heal our own wounds, breaking the cycles of trauma that have shaped us.
We are delighted to invite all social work educators, practitioners, researchers and students to participate in a free, self-paced e-learning course on the Global Standards for Social Work Education and […]
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Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
The IMPACT Awards honor outstanding students, faculty, staff, groups and student organizations who have demonstrated a strong commitment to enhancing our community and advancing the Schools mission. IMPACT Awards 2025 Recipients Student Impact Award: Daniella Acosta Daniella Acosta is an MSW student on the Management and Leadership Pathway, a Flourish office student learner, the SSW Student Government Association In-Person Representative, a member of the Global Scholars Program and the Student
Late-career social workers often wish theyd wised up sooner about taking care of themselves. From our interchanges, Ive distilled six practice-wisdom pointers. What might you add?
COSW is calling for nominations to the Board of Directors The Board of Directors is responsible for the management and activity of COSW, meeting four times a year online with […]
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COSW is calling for nominations to the Board of Directors The Board of Directors is responsible for the management and activity of COSW, meeting four times a year online with […]
by Anonymous, with additional reporting by Anastasia Koutsounia I was recently involved in a fitness to practise (FTP) hearing as the representative of a social worker who was under investigation. While practitioners should ideally have a legal representative, this is beyond most peoples means. In light of that, any familiar face can take up that role, subject to permission obtained in advance from the regulator.
Jennifer Berton, PhD, LICSW, CADC-II Wednesday, June 25, 2025 – New Date! In-person on the UConn Hartford Campus 9:30 am 4 pm 5.5 CECs Registration Fee: $125 UConn SSW Alumni and Current Field Instructors receive a 10% discount Classroom location, directions and parking details will be included in your email confirmation Trainings on assessment and diagnosis typically focus on client symptoms and psychopathology.
In the Relias 2025 DSP Survey Report , we asked direct support professionals about the traits that make a good supervisor. Across the board, DSPs told us that one of the most valuable supervisor traits is holding all staff accountable in an equal manner. Additionally, the longer a DSP has worked in the IDD field , the more important this supervisory trait becomes to them.
Pride Month is a time of celebration, visibility, and advocacy for the LGBTQIA+ community. The acronym stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual. The plus sign holds space for the expanding understanding of sexual orientations and identities. Throughout June, Pride Month serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made in the fight for rights, while also acknowledging the ongoing struggles and discrimination that many still experience.
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Early Bird Deadline Extended Register by 1 June! We are pleased to announce that theearly bird deadlinefor theRegional European Social Work Conference 2025has been extended to1 June.
Social workers will find The Grieving Body a valuable resource for the development of bereavement interventions on micro, macro, and mezzo levels. Read The New Social Workers book review.
By Jo Stephenson and Mithran Samuel Like every other public service or economic sector, social work is getting to grips with the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on how it operates. In particular, the use of generative AI tools that create content based on data they have been trained on, in response to prompts is reshaping the way practitioners work with children, families and adults.
Here is a press release from U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.) on newly introduced legislation that expand the number of mental health care providers, including clinical social workers, who can provide services to older adults through Medicare. Bill will expand access to mental health services provided by Social Workers to our nations seniors.
Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.
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MAY 23, 2025
The International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW) warmly congratulates Professor Eric Chui on his election as the President of the Hong Kong Schools of Social Work. Professor Chui, who currently serves as the Head of the Department of Applied Social Sciences at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University , has long been recognized for his academic leadership, dedication to social work education, and contributions to the profession both in Hong Kong and internationally.
By Marian Wright Edelman Some years ago, the award-winning agency Fallon Worldwide created a series of ads for a pro bono Childrens Defense Fund campaign called Be Careful What You Cut that warned sharply against budget choices threatening programs on which children and families rely. Striking images accompanied data making the irrefutable economic case that cutting investments in young peoples needs today costs all of us more in the long run.
As a clinical social worker and supervisor in a hospital setting, I once assumed that professional advancement naturally reduced the need for oversight. After years of providing clinical care, coordinating interdisciplinary responses, and supervising social workers who support wounded, ill, and injured service members, I believed that experience would protect me from professional blind spots.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Almost half of applications for therapy approved by the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund (ASGSF) last year exceeded the new 3,000 annual limit per child on funding, government figures have revealed. The data shows thousands of care experienced children in permanence placements will go without the therapy they need due to the Department for Education’s decision to cut the
Thousands of nonprofits rely on case management software to help collect data, manage programs, coordinate with agencies, and provide life-changing health and human services. Adopting a cloud-based case management platform is essential for nonprofits and government agencies to operate more efficiently and make better use of their funding and budget.
Assistant Professor Rebeccah Sokol penned an op-ed in the Bridge Michigan advocating for the preservation of Pathways to Potential. Funded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Pathways to Potential is a large student support program that the School of Social Work has been evaluating. Budget cuts call for replacing the program with family resource specialists within child welfare services.
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MAY 11, 2025
Professor Annamaria Campanini, Immediate Past President of the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW), participated as a keynote speaker at the international academic conference Training Perspective and Chinese Path: Innovation and Standards in Doctoral Degree Education for Social Work , hosted by Nanjing University. In her keynote address, titled Global Standards of Social Work Education and Its Application into DSW , Professor Campanini explored the relevance and implement
By Marian Wright Edelman Once again, this is the joyous time of year when families, friends, and teachers are cheering on graduates of all ages who have worked so hard and made them all so proud. I hope many of todays high school and university graduates will wander off the beaten career path and help redefine success in our culture, asking not How much can I get?
A new CCRC program will help address substance use within families and help them recover while supporting their children. The Road to Resilience offers screenings, assessments and connection to community resources. This initiative is funded by the Office of Child Abuse Prevention and is available to expecting parents or those with a child up 18 months of age, specifically families with a history of or risk of substance use in the Victor Valley and Big Bear areas.
You may have the clinical skills to manage a private practice, but your success could actually hinge on marketing skills. For a thriving practice, you need to differentiate yourself from others and present yourself in a way that attracts referrals. These days, much of that happens online, including on social media. In this webinar, Gary Direnfeld will discuss how social media marketing can help you build your private practice and grow your client base.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. The government’s decision to stop adult social care providers from recruiting staff from overseas – at some point later this year – has sent shockwaves through the sector. According to provider bodies, it risks creating “extreme workforce shortages” and consequent harm to older and disabled people (the Homecare Association), and was a “short-sighted”
Last month, Professor Katie Edwards was featured on CNNs One Thing to discuss the effects of federal cuts to health research. Edwards whose research focuses on preventing and responding to sexual violence among LGBTQ+ and highly vulnerable populations has had six NIH grants cancelled this year. During the conversation, she specifically detailed the gut-wrenching process of shutting down a clinical study.
Back to Blogs Child Welfare Blog Celebrating a Bold Chapter: Colorado Implementation Science Unit Concludes Transformative Three-Year Pilot After three years of innovation, collaboration, and statewide impact, the Colorado Implementation Science Unit (CISU) is concluding its pilot phase leaving behind a strong legacy of progress and partnership across the states human services landscape.
Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.
By Maren Dale Divorce is far more than a legal eventits an upheaval that reshapes the lives of everyone involved. For children of divorcing parents, it can bring feelings of confusion, loss and even self-blame as their family dynamic shifts in ways they cannot control. For social workers, the challenge is both immense and urgent: How do you help guide families through divorce while protecting children from becoming casualties of conflict?
Child care is essential infrastructurefamilies rely on it so they can work, children rely on it for stability and care, and entire communities depend on it to function day to day. During disasters, the child care system faces a unique set of challenges that can disrupt care quickly and make recovery difficult without strong support.
Professor Todd Herrenkohl, Associate Professor Katie Maguire-Jack and Assistant Professor Rebeccah Sokol published an article in The Conversation on how the current proposed cuts to the 2026 federal budget would slash vital services to an array of programs that support low-income families and keep children fed, housed and safe. Our research has shown that increasing access to programs that support low-income families decreases child abuse and neglect while improving parents well-being, they wrot
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we are taking a deep dive into mental health services and delivery in the Black community. Today, I am sharing statistics, concerns and proposing 3 possible solutions. In this episode of Stress Talk Live with Marcyline, we are going to share 3 Pioneering Solutions for Better Mental Health Treatment in the Black Community.
Managing a nonprofit involves many challenges, but payroll and HR shouldn’t be among them. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps nonprofits choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, vital for maintaining staff and volunteer morale. Compliance support helps navigate complex labor laws and avoid costly fines.
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