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Harbour Partnership

Shelter, Inc

The Suburban Chicago Youth Housing Initiative is designed to provide temporary shelter and essential services for runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth aged 12-17. Both organizations are committed to building a safer, more supportive environment for youth through access to positive youth development programs, social services, and aftercare.

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Child Abuse Prevention Programs: Making A Difference In Our Communities

All For Kids

Successful child abuse interventions are two-fold: they must reduce risk factors and promote protective factors to ensure the well-being of children and families. According to the Child Welfare Information Gateway, ‘prevention’ is defined as activities that stop an action or behavior or promote a positive one.

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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.) How does your social work education specifically contribute to this position? My MSW education provided a good foundation.

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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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NCCPR news and commentary round-up, week ending April 11, 2023

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

● “Which would be worse,” asks Jasmine Wali, director of policy & advocacy at JMAC for Families, in this story for The Nation : “being beaten by your partner, or having social services take away your children? That’s the choice facing many parents I’ve worked with as a social worker, and the answer is always the same.

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Guide to Family Resource Centers

All For Kids

Family Resource Centers (FRCs) are community-based hubs that provide a range of prevention and early intervention services to families. What Services Do Family Resource Centers Provide? FRC services vary by location but may include parent education, counseling, case management, referral services, and more.

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Psychologist vs Social Worker: The Differences You Need to Know

Social Work Haven

Social service agencies, healthcare, schools Psychologist vs social worker It’s important to note that this table provides a general overview, and there may be some overlap and variation in specific roles and responsibilities depending on the context and region. How long does it take to become a psychologist?