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Children’s social workers to be measured against new post-qualifying standards

Community Care

Published for consultation last week, the suggested PQS are designed to work in tandem with the proposed social work induction programme (SWIP). Asks purposeful, inquiring questions to explore actual or likelihood of significant harm to the child.

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Developing a Personalized Social Media Policy for Social Work Practice

Teaching & Learning in Social Work

i), respect with colleagues (2.1), and when conducting supervision and consultation (3.1). does the policy view social media as harmful or beneficial?). How do you want to engage in common online activities? and select two or three that you like and one that you do not like. Whom are you informing with your policy?

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Social Work England consults on best interests assessor training standards

Community Care

It has launched the consultation in the wake of the government’s decision in April to delay introducing the Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) – its planned replacement for the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) – beyond the next election, due in 2024.

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NASW Member Voices: ?Can Social Workers Ethically and Legally Keep Clients when they Leave Their Agencies?

Social Work Blog

California law states: “[E]very contract by which anyone is restrained from engaging in a lawful profession, trade, or business of any kind is… void.” ( CA BPC §16600 ). As the validity of non-compete and non-solicitation clauses is currently being examined, social workers should focus on minimizing harm to our clients.

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NASW Member Voices: ?Can Social Workers Ethically and Legally Keep Clients when they Leave Their Agencies?

Social Work Blog

California law states: “[E]very contract by which anyone is restrained from engaging in a lawful profession, trade, or business of any kind is… void.” ( CA BPC §16600 ). As the validity of non-compete and non-solicitation clauses is currently being examined, social workers should focus on minimizing harm to our clients.

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Update: Nursing Home Visitation During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Social Work Blog

The association offers resources to help social workers engage with clients, colleagues, family, and friends about COVID-19 vaccination. Collaboration with clients in all aspects of LTSS planning and provision … to maximize dignity and self-determination.” November 12 Guidance. Visitors are an essential component of this continuum.

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Unlock Peace and Calm Manage Overwhelming Stress with 5 Mind-Body Actions

R.E.A.L. Social Workers

Over time, repeated, long-term exposure to these hormones can cause harm to the body’s functions. Stress Talk” was created to help women over 40 live healthy lives through strategic stress management and solution focused self-care. Resilience: Linda Graham, LMFT teaches mindful self-compassion. Bailey Consultants