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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Transitions to 988

Social Work Blog

The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency has further exacerbated the need to improve access to crisis intervention services. While these statistics are a significant cause for concern, social workers have been instrumental in providing support to people in crisis. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline reported receiving almost 2.4

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

Teaching & Learning in Social Work

This book aims to showcase social workers’ diverse and impactful roles across various settings. Represent various specializations within social work, coming from diverse demographics, geographical areas, and work settings. We look forward to your contributions and to showcasing social workers’ diverse and impactful work!

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Guest Post: Interview with Randye Kaye: Podcast Co-Host of Schizophrenia: 3 Moms in the Trenches and Author of Ben Behind His Voices: One Family’s Journey from the Chaos of Schizophrenia to Hope and Happier Made Simple: Choose Your Words

Bipolar Bandit

Recently, though, in a brush with police not trained in Crisis intervention, he is currently incarcerated, awaiting a bed in a jail diversion program. The wait is long, but there is hope. Tell us about yourself.

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

Social Work Blog

In light of severe mental health workforce shortages in the state as well as issues of diversity within the profession, this achievement is a first step to addressing an alarming shortage of mental health professionals in Illinois.

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

Social Work Blog

In light of severe mental health workforce shortages in the state as well as issues of diversity within the profession, this achievement is a first step to addressing an alarming shortage of mental health professionals in Illinois.

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How Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) Can Use Crisis Prevention and Intervention

Relias

In this way, DSPs can proactively work to prevent crisis situations before they happen. How DSPs Can Use Crisis Prevention and Intervention for a Behavioral Health Crisis. First and foremost, DSPs should aim for crisis prevention rather than crisis intervention.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Additionally, you may refer clients to other resources and professionals, including support groups and medical practitioners, based on their diverse needs. Respect for Individuality: Recognising Diversity: Social workers respect the uniqueness of each client. They adapt their practices to be culturally sensitive and respectful.