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Addressing Access in Ethnoracially Diverse Populations: Lessons from a University-Based Community Mental Health Center

Society of Clinical Psychology

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the George Floyd Uprising, and the Stop Asian Hate movement, ethnically and racially marginalized individuals in the United States need access to quality mental health care now more than ever. Department of Health and Human Services, 2019). 2014; Walker et al.,

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You Asked, Case manager vs Social Worker – Surprising Difference?

Social Work Haven

Despite having similar educational backgrounds, their job responsibilities differ depending on the services they provide to their clients. Knowing the distinctions between these roles can aid in determining the ideal career path in human services. Social workers can only offer psychological counseling and emotional support.

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News Items – July 29, 2022

Social Workers Speak

The new program is designed to help attract and retain doctors, nurse practitioners, and other clinicians who care for New Yorkers with mental health or substance use needs as the U.S. faces a national mental health professional shortage. These two mental health professionals met on Facebook and immediately clicked.

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News Items – November 18, 2021

Social Workers Speak

Charles Palmer was a member: Charles Palmer, who led Iowa Department of Human Services for 16 years, dies at age 82. Charles “Chuck” Palmer, who was director of Iowa’s Department of Human Services for 16 years, died Sunday. Cassie Peck is a member: Telehealth: Improving access to behavioral health care for Idahoans.

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News Items – February 10, 2022

Social Workers Speak

The State of Mental Health: Advocates Say Connecticut Needs a New Prescription. The National Association of Social Workers Connecticut believes the staffing shortages are pushing the state’s public health system to the brink. Mental health is a person-powered field. NBC Connecticut. The Connecticut Examiner.

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Challenges That Lead to Provider Burnout Among Clinicians

Relias

As with anyone who experiences stress, stress management and protecting your mental health is crucial for the provider and the best inoculation against burnout. These employer-sponsored programs offer resources for providers ranging from debt reduction programs to mental health counseling.

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News Items – August 18, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Audio] Some 2,000 mental health care clinicians in California are on strike. Clinicians say their employer, Kaiser Permanente, is breaking state law by taking too long to connect patients with therapists. STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: Almost 2,000 mental health care workers have walked off the job in California.