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LCSW Exam Prep: Clinical Documentation

Therapist Development Center

This month’s ASWB LMSW and LCSW topic is one that is important well beyond the exam: Clinical Documentation. Even our code of ethics speaks to the importance of clinical documentation. “Social workers should take reasonable steps to ensure that … Continued.

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Giving Back is Part of the Code of Ethics, Board Member Says

Social Work Blog

That encouraged me to go into social work.” Bautista-Thomas, PhD, LCSW, is a doctoral lecturer at Lehman College, Department of Social Work, at City University of New York. “Everyone has something to contribute to the world. And sometimes, people need someone else to help guide them in identifying those things.

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NASW President: Association stands in solidarity with transgender people in aftermath of Texas directive

Social Work Blog

A message from National Association of Social Workers (NASW) President Mildred “Mit” Joyner. NASW President Mildred “Mit” Joyner, DPS, MSW, LCSW. The Texas attempt to change the definition of child abuse are in direct opposition of social work values, principles, and our code of ethics.

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Let’s Take Pride Back to its Basics

Social Work Blog

By Cassie Brown, MSW, LCSW PRIDE (noun): 1) a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s own achievements, the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated, or from qualities or possessions that are widely admired 2) consciousness of one’s own dignity. June is Pride Month. This is Pride, everyone!

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Social Work Advocates Feb–Mar 2023: Ethical Challenges Amid Changing Political Landscape

Social Work Blog

Top stories include: Ethical Challenges: Profession Prepares to Protect Social Workers Amid Changing Political Landscape Social workers across the nation are facing ethical dilemmas as state legislatures enact laws that conflict with NASW’s Code of Ethics, particularly laws related to abortion access and gender identity.

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Courts Matter to Social Workers: A Call for SCOTUS Ethics Reform

Social Work Blog

By Mel Wilson, MBA, LCSW – NASW Senior Policy Adviser Recent revelations of possible ethical violations by U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) Justice Clarence Thomas ― as well as Justice Samuel Alito― have led to calls for broad ethical and standards reforms for the court.