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

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The launch is equally momentous for behavioral health practitioners – especially social workers –who provide direct services to those with serious emotional and substance use disorders. This is a welcomed policy change for which the social work profession has espoused for several years.

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Native Americans and Opioid Addiction: Understanding the Problem

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Funding and availability are a dual challenge To illustrate this double dilemma, consider that over 200 facilities provided behavioral health services to Native Americans, but only 34 of those (from eight IHS areas) received funding through IHS’s Community Opioid Intervention Pilot Projects (COIPP) award program.

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Members in the News – June 29, 2023

Social Workers Speak

A senior crisis intervention specialist who has worked at the Chandler Fire Department for 16 years, Henry (’05 BSW, ’07 MSW) said a crisis can happen lightning fast, anytime and anywhere. You may be experiencing anxiety and it’s completely normal, according to License Clinical Social Worker Lori Osachy.

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Psychologist vs Social Worker: The Differences You Need to Know

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Career Pathways Clinical psychologist, researcher, academic Social worker, therapist, counselor, advocate, practice educator, best interest assessor, approved mental health professional. The four main types of psychology are clinical, developmental, cognitive, and social. What are the 4 main types of psychology?

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

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Therapist : Clinical social workers provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families, addressing mental health and emotional challenges. The role of a social worker, whether in clinical settings, correctional facilities, or private practices, plays a critical role in promoting positive change.

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News Items – June 24, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Two-Spirit is a person that identifies as having both a masculine and feminine spirit,” said Virgil Rambeau, an associate clinical social worker and one of the facilitators for the Two-Spirit Talking Circle at the Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC). FitzPatrick , a licensed clinical social worker , says.

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News Items – April 8, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Melissa Webb is a member: 40 Under 40: Melissa Webb, LCSW, Clinical Director, Red Rock Psychological Health. Melissa Webb is on a mission to treat, educate and destigmatize a broad spectrum of mental health disorders , with an emphasis on sexual health and sexual abuse. Mental Crisis Calls To Be Handled By New Social Worker Position.