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Government drops pledge to invest in new social work training routes

Community Care

The government has dropped a pledge to invest in new social work training routes as part of a halving of committed spending on developing the adult social care workforce. However, in November last year, the government announced a two-year delay to the reforms, recycling £3.2bn to help councils meet current pressures.

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The good news: A public radio station in Kansas City talked to the right people for a "child welfare" story. The bad news: They still missed the point

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

Because Curts didn't have a stable housing alternative, on June 15, 2022, investigators from the Jackson County Children’s Division of the Missouri Department of Social Services and two policemen came to take her children into protective custody. The story suggests counseling and pay raises for the workers.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Here are 10 roles of social workers, but this list is by no means exhaustive: Advocate : Social workers often act as advocates for their clients, working to ensure their rights and needs are met within various systems and institutions. TRENDING CONTENT ON SOCIAL WORK HAVEN What is the main role of a social worker?

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Guide to Family Resource Centers

All For Kids

What Services Do Family Resource Centers Provide? FRC services vary by location but may include parent education, counseling, case management, referral services, and more. Counseling may also be available for individuals, couples, and families, addressing issues like mental health, domestic violence, and substance abuse.

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Bidding Farewell to Three Special People

Beyond Advocacy

Kamerman was my professor during my doctoral studies at Columbia University School of Social Work. She taught me much of what I know about the welfare state and providing social services in the United States. Craigen counseled hundreds of social work students and social workers during his lifetime.

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You Asked, Case manager vs Social Worker – Surprising Difference?

Social Work Haven

Social workers can work in different settings, such as schools, hospitals, non-profit organisations, government agencies, and private practice. Social workers offer a wide range of services, including counseling and therapy, individual and group sessions, to help people deal with emotional, psychological, and behavioural issues.

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How to Adopt a Child: What You Need to Know About the Adoption Process

All For Kids

As the Human Rights Campaign explains, “Public child welfare agencies are government entities that provide a safety net for families. Because of state licensure, these agencies get help from state governments to comply with adoption laws, state laws and regulations, which helps ensure sound procedures and good service to adoption clients.