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Social Workers: The Backbone of Reimagined 988 Emergency Crisis Services

Social Work Blog

By Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA. Collaboration Between Federal and State Government and Community Stakeholders. Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA, is the retired Senior Policy Advisor for the National Association of Social Workers. Legislation. 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Implementation Act. About The Author.

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Why the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a Big Deal for Social Workers

Social Work Blog

By Mel Wilson, LCSW, MBA. Relatedly, this much anticipated event is of major important to state, local, and the federal government, which have had to function under a fragmented and inefficient 911 emergency response system. There are compelling reasons why social workers should pay close attention.

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Social Work Leaders attend NASW Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill

Social Work Blog

Participants were briefed about NASW’s priority legislation and greeted by NASW CEO Anthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C, who assumed his role on February 6. Social workers coming from across the country to advocate for our profession and our social justice priorities makes a real difference,” says Dina Kastner. 1415 ) LEAD SPONSORS: Reps.

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Human Trafficking: A Hidden Crisis and How You Can Help

Shelter, Inc

Santa Maria, MSW, LCSW. Focus on Prevention and Intervention Prepare communities to recognize red flags and how to respond effectively. Governments can pass stronger policies, increase funding for victim services, and train law enforcement. Educate on Digital Safety Learn how traffickers use social media to lure victims.

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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.) Develop strong clinical skills, especially in crisis intervention and grief counseling. Job Information: Descriptive Job Title: (e.g.,

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Scholarship Recipients 2022

University of Connecticut

As my concentration is in individuals, groups, and families, I plan to go on to get my LCSW when I graduate so I can work with adults as a psychotherapist. I want to dedicate myself to work towards obtaining my MSW degree, and from there LCSW certification. This scholarship relieves much of this tension. Thank you for your generosity!