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From Burnout to Advocacy: How Harm Reduction Reignited My Passion for Clinical Social Work

American Board of Clinical Social Work

A few years ago, I nearly left clinical social work. Harm Reduction as a Clinical Paradigm Harm reduction isn’t just about distributing naloxone or supporting syringe access, although those are critical. I was working with individuals who use drugs, navigating systems that felt impossible to change.

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Seven children and all she needed was a van: large families and the blindness of the child welfare establishment

Child Welfare Monitor

According to the DCS website , Mr. Reed is a “licensed clinical social worker who has spent most of his career working with foster youth and children involved with the child welfare system.” ” One would think he had noticed that children from very large families were overrepresented among his clients.

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Reflections on Macro Advocacy and Professional Development for Social Workers

The New Social Worker

Clinical social workers and those in management positions hold unique and valuable perspectives and knowledge that can be harnessed to inform and influence elected officials. Advocacy work can seem daunting, but it does not have to be.

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NASW Combats Troubling Business Practice Harming Social Workers and their Clients

Social Work Blog

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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Walking the Healing Path: Lessons from Carceral Social Work and Cross-Border Experience

Social Work Blog

By Seye Omiyefa, MSW As a clinician, I’ve had the unique opportunity to practice social work across borders, from Nigeria to Wisconsin, while navigating profound human struggles related to addiction, mental health, trauma, structural inequality, and policy constraints.

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COVID-19 and First Responder Social Workers: An Unexpected Mental Health Storm

Social Work Blog

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 pandemic has also significantly impacted social workers who face hidden mental health consequences. managing self-care.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

You asked, what are the 10 roles of social workers ? While I can provide a list of 10 common roles of social workers, it’s important to note that our roles often go beyond these. Case Manager : Social workers coordinate services and resources for their clients, ensuring they receive comprehensive care and support.