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Call for Submissions: 101 Things to Do with a Social Work Degree

Teaching & Learning in Social Work

Child Welfare Social Worker vs. Social Services Specialist III) Organization Type: (Government, Non-profit, For-profit, Outside social services) Setting: (School, Clinic, Hospital, etc.) Develop strong clinical skills, especially in crisis intervention and grief counseling.

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Illinois Breaks Barriers in Mental Health Workforce, Achieving Remarkable Growth in Licensed Social Workers (LSWs)

Social Work Blog

” In the previous spring 2023 session, the state went even further by passing a first-in-the-nation law that creates an alternative to the ASWB clinical exam for licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) which went into effect on January 1, 2024.

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Illinois Breaks Barriers in Mental Health Workforce, Achieving Remarkable Growth in Licensed Social Workers (LSWs)

Social Work Blog

” In the previous spring 2023 session, the state went even further by passing a first-in-the-nation law that creates an alternative to the ASWB clinical exam for licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) which went into effect on January 1, 2024.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

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.

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Psychologist vs Social Worker: The Differences You Need to Know

Social Work Haven

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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19 Essential Social Work Practice Skills You Should Work on Refining Now

Social Work Haven

Clinician – this involves providing direct clinical services such as counseling, psychotherapy and crisis intervention. The model uses an ecological perspective to identify multiple levels of influence in client’s lives, including but not limited to: family, peers, school/work, community, and policy.

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2024 BSW & MSW Scholarship Recipients

University of Connecticut

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the School of Social Work is able to offer a number of scholarship opportunities to our BSW and MSW students each academic year. This scholarship helps me immensely to relieve some of the stress associated with school-related costs. Kinlock, graduate of the school and adjunct faculty member.

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