Social Work Blog

AUGUST 10, 2022

In July, many NASW members alerted their state chapters to a disturbing and potentially deceptive marketing practice impacting social workers nationwide — involving CareDash, a healthcare review and referral website for a wide variety of healthcare providers, including clinical social workers.

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University of Connecticut

OCTOBER 1, 2024

While many trainings examine symptoms, psychopathology, and existing diagnostic assessment tools, this seminar has the actual clinical interview at its focus. We will explore how to gather the information you need for diagnosis and treatment planning, and hone your clinical interviewing skills.

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Social Work Blog

AUGUST 1, 2022

Empowering Clinical Social Work Practice in a Time of Global Economic Distress , edited by Janice Berry Edwards and Linda Openshaw, starts with a discussion of poverty and relevant global social policies, and explores how economic distress exacerbates already stressful situations, and how those challenges surface in clinical practice.

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Social Work Blog

DECEMBER 10, 2024

At the National Association of Social Workers, we continue to produce savings so that NASW can provide critical advocacy for social workers, such as the social work interstate compact, improving medical reimbursements for clinical social workers, and student debt relief. This is work in which dues just dont completely pay for.

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University of Connecticut

JANUARY 22, 2024

While many trainings examine symptoms, psychopathology, and existing diagnostic assessment tools, this seminar has the actual clinical interview at its focus. We will explore how to gather the information you need for diagnosis and treatment planning, and hone your clinical interviewing skills.

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University of Connecticut

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

While many trainings examine symptoms, psychopathology, and existing diagnostic assessment tools, this seminar has the actual clinical interview at its focus. We will explore how to gather the information you need for diagnosis and treatment planning, and hone your clinical interviewing skills.

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Social Work Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Implications for Clinical Social Workers. The 2400+-page rule includes updates to policies and payments that are pertinent to clinical social workers (CSWs) and other Medicare providers. Exceptions to the in-person visit is based on the beneficiary’s circumstance which must be documented in the clinical record. December 2021.

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Social Work Blog

APRIL 28, 2022

COVID-19 has disproportionally affected people living in poverty; new immigrants; and those living in healthcare settings (hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes), shelters, detention centers, and prisons. The article offers recommendations to ameliorate distress and promote advocacy efforts for readjustment. managing self-care.

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 7, 2022

Through CSL, students cultivate advocacy skills by identifying, investigating, and taking action to address concerns. Johnson, ACSW, LCSW , clinical associate professor, Jane Addams College of Social Work, University of Illinois Chicago. Study authors: Chastity L. Aubrey Thornton, LCSW , is therapist, Search, Inc., Chicago, IL.

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NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

JULY 25, 2024

Vivek Sankaran, director of the Child Advocacy Law Clinic and the Child Welfare Appellate Clinic at the University of Michigan School of Law explains, what children need is relational permanence. Often it means cutting off grandmothers, grandfathers, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, teachers, coaches and mentors. But as Prof.

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Simmons University

APRIL 8, 2019

Most MSW graduates complete coursework in a wide range of subjects, including clinical practice, social policy, human behavior, research, advocacy, and specific populations such as children or older adults. The post Exploring Post Graduate Licensure: LCSW vs. LMSW appeared first on SC-UMT.

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Social Work.Career

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

This roundup contains free webinars for November plus some of the latest news in social work, therapy, and private practice!

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Social Work Blog

MAY 3, 2024

While a small percentage of library social workers provide clinical mental health services, most provide resource connection and service coordination. Some do group programming, host housing clinics, or conduct mental health sessions to reduce stigma. Their duties reflect the biggest unmet needs in the surrounding community.”

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Social Work Blog

MAY 25, 2022

Time Moves Different in Here: Clinical Implications for Working with Populations of Color, Complex Trauma and Dissociation in the Age of COVID 19 . Addressing Diversity in PTSD Treatment: Clinical Considerations and Guidance for the Treatment of PTSD in LGBTQ Populations . Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social work.

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Social Work Haven

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Therapist : Clinical social workers provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families, addressing mental health and emotional challenges. The role of a social worker, whether in clinical settings, correctional facilities, or private practices, plays a critical role in promoting positive change. Client Advocacy 6.

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Center for Child Protection

JUNE 26, 2024

At the Center for Child Protection, we are deeply committed to ending the cycle of child abuse through advocacy, education, and community support. These series update our staff on the latest resources, enable comprehensive support for families, and strengthen advocacy through collaboration. It’s the ideal situation for families.

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Social Work Haven

MAY 14, 2023

Advocacy and Social Justice Social work is inherently tied to social justice and advocacy. Clinical Social Workers: Clinical social workers who work in hospitals, mental health clinics, or similar settings typically have regular shifts. Benefits of being a social worker 7.Advocacy

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Beyond Advocacy

JUNE 29, 2022

One such social worker is Justin Hodge, a clinical assistant professor at the University of Michigan School of Social Work where he co-leads the Policy and Political Social Work Pathway and is the director of the Online Certificate in Political Social Work. “We The sooner you begin, the better.

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Social Work Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Our brief highlighted clinical research that shows children exposed to domestic violence face a significant risk of suffering physical, psychological and developmental issues. Supreme Court is whether returning a child who has been exposed to extreme domestic violence to their country of residence would result in more harm.

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Beyond Advocacy

MAY 30, 2023

Researchers at the Cleveland Clinic predicted that in 2016 the number of states experiencing social worker shortages would jump from 20 to 38 by 2030, with a national shortfall of about 200,000 social workers. Others may focus on policy and advocacy and find work with research institutes. My clinical MSW is useful in so many ways.

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NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

JANUARY 18, 2022

Vivek Sankaran, director of the Child Advocacy Law Clinic and the Child Welfare Appellate Clinic at the University Michigan Law School summed it up perfectly: In many ways, the decision was unexceptional. Writing in The Imprint , Prof.

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Social Work Blog

MAY 16, 2023

The word “phobia” commonly has clinical and diagnostic associations and implications. Social workers tend to be familiar with calls to action and recognize the importance of advocacy, social justice and its role in changing minds and policy.

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University of Connecticut

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

She is now on track to become clinically licensed in the social work field by 2023. She furthered her advocacy at Mercy Housing and Shelter as a Program Manager, working with the homeless population who had a severe history of addiction. She was born and raised in Pike County, Alabama and is the youngest of 4 siblings.

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University of Connecticut

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

She is now on track to become clinically licensed in the social work field by 2023. She furthered her advocacy at Mercy Housing and Shelter as a Program Manager, working with the homeless population who had a severe history of addiction. She was born and raised in Pike County, Alabama and is the youngest of 4 siblings.

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Community Care

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Councils ‘unwilling or unable to commission advocacy’ More generally, the CQC reiterated concerns about the availability of statutory advocacy services for people subject to the MHA. Almost half did not have an exit strategy from long-term segregation or a robust discharge plan.

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Relias

MARCH 13, 2025

Expanding access to care: Nurse-led clinics, mobile health units, and telehealth services have increased access to healthcare for underserved communities. Despite these advancements, barriers still limit nurses ability to lead in clinical care. Further legislative action is needed to fully utilize the nursing workforce.

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Center for Child Protection

MAY 28, 2024

Shanna Schuelke, Clinical Services Coordinator. This focus on mental wellness enhances their effectiveness in their roles, enabling them to offer better care and advocacy for the children they serve. Ray Lopez Jr., Interview Support Specialist. Shelby Duarte, Director of Forensic Services.

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Relias

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

By participating in public forums, submitting legislative recommendations, and collaborating with advocacy organizations, tribes can influence policy decisions that impact IHS funding. These funds go to federally operated IHS facilities and tribally managed health programs.

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NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

MAY 8, 2023

That’s just one of the findings in the new study we highlighted in yesterday's post to this Blog (a study I first read about on the excellent blog written by Robert Latham, Associate Director of the University of Miami Children and Youth Law Clinic). Politicians bought it – and children wound up with neither. It’s not hard to figure out why.

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Social Work Haven

MAY 9, 2023

Career Pathways Clinical psychologist, researcher, academic Social worker, therapist, counselor, advocate, practice educator, best interest assessor, approved mental health professional. The four main types of psychology are clinical, developmental, cognitive, and social. Ecological systems, strengths-based, etc.

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Center for Child Protection

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

As a nationally accredited children’s advocacy center, our work is grounded in the belief that it truly takes a village to protect a child. In 2023, the Center’s clinical team provided 4,722 therapy sessions to kids just like Olivia.

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University of Connecticut

JANUARY 27, 2022

One of the items we focused on in our advocacy was education and curriculum in our schools. I love the clinical work that I do; at this point I am pursuing a career as a school social worker. I was particularly attracted to the Board of Education for this reason. What are your future career aspirations?

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Beyond Advocacy

MARCH 10, 2024

Dearman is a CRISP Fellow and assisted in organizing and managing the 2024 Student Advocacy Day events. She works in inpatient/outpatient specialty care policy and as a clinical social worker across the Veterans Administration. She was a 2021-22 Fellow in the House of Representatives and the Department of Health and Human Services.

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Relias

DECEMBER 15, 2023

5 – Problem-solving skills While clinical training occurs throughout a nurse’s education, on-the-job training is the most effective way to develop a nurse’s problem-solving skills. Cultural awareness also factors in when working as part of a clinical team.

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Community Care

JANUARY 19, 2023

The government explained this was because of concerns about the power of a single judge, rather than a multidisciplinary panel, to intervene in clinical decision making without the necessary expertise to do so, resulting in possible risk to patient safety. This was not included in the draft bill.

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Relias

JANUARY 24, 2024

Trustworthiness and transparency Clinical and non-clinical staff as well as managers must be consistent and communicate with clarity while maintaining professionalism and transparency. Train all staff on how to foster a sense of physical, emotional, and spiritual safety through healthy boundaries and communication.

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Beautiful Voyager

JULY 5, 2023

Natalia Aniela Aíza, LPC, is the founder of Kairos Wellness Collective , an OCD clinic in Boulder, Colorado. She is passionate about mental health advocacy, and honesty from healers about our own (ongoing) struggles.

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