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Navigating AI in Social Work Education

Teaching & Learning in Social Work

This is why we wrote an article to offer guidance and considerations for the social work field educator with a student placed in their agency. The full article can be downloaded here and shared with your local social services agencies. Our goal is to introduce use cases, debates, and potential policies.

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NCCPR news and commentary round-up, week ending March 7, 2023

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

They were afraid of social services,” a parent with disabilities (one of the groups most vulnerable to family policing), told The Colorado Sun. KDVR-TV reports on a bill that would replace anonymous reporting with confidential reporting. ● ● “When my kids were growing up, they weren’t afraid of the bogeyman.

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Protecting Mental Health As A Human Right

MQ Mental Health

Someone with mental health conditions is protected by the act because staff and service providers must, according to the law, treat that person with dignity and respect. Mental health services, social services and emergency services staff must respect you, even if you’re detained under the Mental Health Act.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Child Welfare Specialist : Social workers in this role focus on the safety and well-being of children, often within the context of child protective services or foster care systems. TRENDING CONTENT ON SOCIAL WORK HAVEN What is the main role of a social worker? What skills does a social worker need?

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Social Worker Home Visit Checklist to Take Note Of

Social Work Haven

It can be customised and expanded upon to suit the specific needs and objectives of the social work organisation or agency. What do social services look for in a home check or visit? To maximise this opportunity, social services workers should employ a comprehensive checklist to gather vital information during visits.

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ACE 101: Parental Substance Abuse

Stop Abuse Campaign

Since a parent struggling with addiction is likely to struggle with consistent work or even struggle to access essential social services, the child is likely to experience physical neglect. Answer these ten confidential questions developed with the CDC and understand your warning signs. Do you know your ACE score? Melanie Blow.

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Simple Guide on Safeguarding Children and Child Protection

Social Work Haven

Record – all relevant information accurately and confidentially 4. Refer – on to the appropriate services for further investigation or support. These strategies are essential in ensuring that social workers are able to effectively identify risks, respond effectively and refer on where necessary.