NASW Foundation
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
We’re listening! Tell us what you know, think—and wish you knew—about client alcohol and other substance use. Eight minutes is all it takes to help us better train and educate social.
International Federation of Social Workers
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
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Social Care
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
"We want to measure your experience at work and help policy makers understand what support is needed to make sure the adult social care sector is a great place to work." [Image created by freepik.com ] Shaping support for adult social care workforce of the future In collaboration with Skills for Care , Ipsos , and The University of Kent , a national survey was recently launched to learn more about how we can improve support for the adult social care workforce.
Social Work Blog
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
By Sue Coyle Social workers play an important role in health care, even more so as health care services become increasingly integrated. The impact that social workers have on their patients, the patients’ families and the health care team as a whole varies depending on the setting and the specialty. However, the one constant is social workers’ ability to connect their patients with the resources and additional services they need.
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NCCPR Child Welfare Blog
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023
Between 2019, before the pandemic, and 2023 foster care went down… ENTRIES INTO FOSTER CARE.and child safety improved % ALLEGEDLY SUBJECT TO REPEAT “MALTREATMENT” Among the first studies to debunk the racist claims that, in the absence of “mandated reporters” keeping their eyes constantly on children, COVID would lead to a “pandemic of child abuse” was Prof.
International Federation of Social Workers
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
IFSW is deeply concerned about the recent outbreak of war in Azerbaijan, with the launch of operations against Armenian forces in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region.
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Nicole Clark Consulting
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Try this out and let me know how it goes for you. As an introverted workshop facilitator, I used to believe that online workshops were easier to facilitate than in person ones. Now I see that online workshops aren’t easier or harder; they just have their own set of quirks. There’s benefits and drawbacks to [.] The post Try This: In Person vs Online Workshop Prep appeared first on Nicole Clark Consulting.
NCCPR Child Welfare Blog
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
We start this week with something a little different. It’s a picture from the Twitter feed of Prof. Deadric Williams of the University of Tennessee, showing him during one of his lectures – and one of the slides he uses. He uses it to illustrate the desperate efforts of “scholars” to avoid facing up to the fact that the usual reason for racial disparities in any field, including family policing, is racism: ● You know how family police agencies say they never take children because of poverty - an
International Federation of Social Workers
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
The annual Day on Peace is a signal for all of us, drawing our attention to the importance of peace.
Social Work Blog
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
By Makeba Royall, LCSW NASW Senior Practice Associate In 1989, National Recovery Month was started during the month of September. The purpose of Recovery Month is to raise awareness and promote evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, celebrate the recovery community, and acknowledge service providers and communities that assist individuals with their recovery.
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.
Social Work Haven
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Anxiety is one of the most common mental illness. According to Trevor (2017), anxiety is a normal healthy reaction. It happens to everyone at times of danger or when worried about situations. BUT, there are things you should never say to someone with anxiety. So, what is anxiety? Anxiety is a feeling of fear, worry and apprehension about what’s to come.
Relias
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
The increasing rates of suicide in the United States has been an issue for decades. As with many mental health conditions, American society has unfortunately applied stigma to suicide and those coping with suicidal ideation. To overcome the U.S. mental health crisis and decrease the yearly rates of suicide, we must address these stigmas. What is suicide stigma?
International Federation of Social Workers
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
The Commonwealth Organisation for Social Work is extending an invitation to all dedicated social workers to attend an enlightening webinar themed “Regulating the Social Work Profession in South-East Asia.
National Casa Gal
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Each organization will create local resources for families and children, and recruit volunteers from the communities to become a voice for children who have been abused or neglected. Read More. The post Celebrating 25 new and expanded local CASA and GAL programs in 2023 appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children.
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Social Work Haven
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
There are many things you can do to improve your wellbeing, however, it is difficult to start. So what is well being? Wellbeing is the state of being positive, happy, healthy and feeling empowered. It is more than experiencing moment-to-moment happiness and involves working towards longer-term goals. Your health and well-being matters to keep you less anxious, stressed or depressed.
Nnatasha Tracy
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
I know what it feels like when your doctor says they can't help you. I've had this happen many times. I've experienced everything from being fired by a doctor to having a doctor deny me care altogether. These are rough things. Any time your doctor says they can't help you, it's tough to take. But there are things you can do, even at that point. Here's what to do when your doctor says they can't help you.
International Federation of Social Workers
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) is calling for expressions of interest (EOI) for organising and hosting the 2026 World Conference on Social Work and Social Development (SWSD2026).
National Casa Gal
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
“This award will help me to inspire other kids in care as well, because I can show them just how much a child in foster care is capable of.” Read More. The post Akerman and the National CASA/GAL Association for Children announce 2023 recipient of Academic Excellence Scholarship for youth in foster care appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children.
Speaker: Gary Direnfeld, MSW, RSW.
You may have the clinical skills to manage a private practice, but your success could actually hinge on marketing skills. For a thriving practice, you need to differentiate yourself from others and present yourself in a way that attracts referrals. These days, much of that happens online, including on social media. In this webinar, Gary Direnfeld will discuss how social media marketing can help you build your private practice and grow your client base.
Social Work Haven
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
In the realm of social work, where individuals dedicate their lives to making a real difference in people’s lives, the journey often begins with personal experiences that ignite a passion for change. As a prospective social work student, I recognised that my own life experiences, both personal and professional, could pave the way for a career devoted to addressing social problems, advocating for vulnerable people, and tackling issues of social injustice.
Relias
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023
Though the COVID-19 pandemic is waning, the changes it brought to healthcare persist. Longer hours for clinicians, increased rates of burnout among all providers, and higher rates of reported mental illness are now commonplace. While these and many other difficulties are challenging, organizations can respond by creating systems for building organizational resilience.
International Federation of Social Workers
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
As we mark the one-year anniversary of International Federation of Social Workers Europe’s (IFSW Europe) presence in Ukraine, we are reminded of the incredible journey we’ve engage in together.
National Casa Gal
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
CASA played a vital role in my life as a former foster youth, as well as in the life of my sister. Read More. The post From CASA child to CASA advocate appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children.
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The International Association Of Schools Of Social
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Call for papers for SpringerBriefs in Advancing Social Work and Social Work Education under the subseries of Advancing Social Work Education with the theme of Contemporary Issues in Social Work Education edited by Minna Zechner, Associate Professor of Social Work (Social and Health Services), University of Helsinki, Finland. Deadline 31st October 2023 SpringerBriefs series is researched based, forward looking, and contributing to professional practice and curriculum development in social work ed
Community Care
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Good practice in family group conferencing must not be diluted as the intervention gets rolled out across children’s social care services. That was the warning from experts at an event this week to mark the publication of a study that found rolling out FGCs to families at the pre-proceedings stage could prevent 2,000 children going into care each year, saving over £150m a year.
International Federation of Social Workers
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
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Social Work Blog
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
By Sue Coyle Social workers play an important role in health care, even more so as health care services become increasingly integrated. The impact that social workers have on their patients, the patients’ families and the health care team as a whole varies depending on the setting and the specialty. However, the one constant is social workers’ ability to connect their patients with the resources and additional services they need.
Social Work Haven
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Guest Post by Sally White – Sharing my social work personal statement examples. Early Inspirations: High School and Beyond From the earliest days of high school, I found myself drawn to social issues and the incredible work done by social workers in our communities. Witnessing the impact they had on the lives of service users left an indelible mark on my perspective and planted the seeds of my own career aspirations.
Community Care
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Most home care providers have seen a fall in the number of hours of care councils have commissioned from them, research has found. Half of agencies (48%) reported a fall of 25% in the number of hours of care available to them to deliver, with a further 32% reporting decreases of less than this, found the Homecare Association. The sector umbrella body surveyed members in July and August 2023, receiving responses from 225 agencies which, between them, provided care to almost 43,000 people and had
International Federation of Social Workers
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
IFSW is deeply concerned about the recent outbreak of war in Azerbaijan, with the launch of operations against Armenian forces in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region.
Relias
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Health care in our country is often fragmented. Clients often receive treatment for physical health conditions separately from mental illness and substance use. But in reality, they all impact the success or failure of any single treatment plan. And even when there is some coordination between a behavioral health provider and a medical doctor, social determinants like economic insecurity and lack of social supports are often not considered.
Social Work Haven
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Inspirational September Blessings Quotes – Welcoming a Month of Renewal and Success. As the warmth of summer’s dog days gradually gives way to the cool fresh air of autumn, September whispers promises of new beginnings and a fresh start. For social workers, this month is not just about the onset of fall but also an annual autumnal beginning in their commitment to helping others.
Social Work Blog
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
By Makeba Royall, LCSW – NASW Senior Practice Associate In 1989, National Recovery Month was started during the month of September. The purpose of Recovery Month is to raise awareness and promote evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, celebrate the recovery community, and acknowledge service providers and communities that assist individuals with their recovery.
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