Tue.Nov 29, 2022

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Getting Out of My Head

My Brains Not Broken

Some days I wish I could get out of my head. I don’t always know what I mean when I say that, but the sentiment is there. It feels like I live most of my life inside my head and every so often, I want to burst out. I’m sure actually doing so isn’t as dramatic as all that, but it feels like it would be. Being ‘inside your head’ is a fancy synonym for overthinking a moment or situation but when you do it often, it feels like it’s just the way you experience thin

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Supervision orders face overhaul to improve effectiveness in supporting family reunification

Community Care

Supervision orders face an overhaul to improve their effectiveness in supporting family reunification, but experts have concluded they should not be abolished. Under the proposals , local authorities would be expected to present a fully resourced plan in their final evidence to court, in cases where they are seeking a supervision order or this may be the outcome of care proceedings.

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“[Like being] stopped and frisked for 60 days”: NYC family policing traumatizes kids, confuses poverty with neglect and is racially biased. Who says so? Some of their own caseworkers.

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

It’s all in a report commissioned by the Administration for Children’s Services itself. Among the recommendations: “Transparently share information and data around decision-making.” ACS’ response: Don’t release the report! In a survey, ACS' own workers say there should be a law requiring them to tell families their rights, but their leadership opposes it.

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Rogério M. Pinto Named Fellow of the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare

Michigan Social Work

Professor Rogério M. Pinto was named a Fellow of the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare. The academy is an honorific society of distinguished scholars and practitioners dedicated to achieving excellence in the field of social work and social welfare through high-impact work that advances social good. Fellow status is among the highest professional accolades bestowed to social work scholars.

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5 Must Haves for Case Management

Thousands of nonprofits rely on case management software to help collect data, manage programs, coordinate with agencies, and provide life-changing health and human services. Adopting a cloud-based case management platform is essential for nonprofits and government agencies to operate more efficiently and make better use of their funding and budget.

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Health and Aging Policy Fellows Program Opens Call for Applications

CAPC

Those interested in applying to this fellowship program should do so by Monday, April 17, 2023.

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Beyond the care-control bind?

Reimagining Social Work

Some critical imaginings on a wet afternoon in late November, Tamaki Makaurau, Aotearoa New Zealand. Can social work escape the care – control (help – surveillance) bind? Social work services are provided to a particular section of the population – those at the bottom of the social and economic heap.

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9 Best Social Work Books You Need Now | Student

Social Work Haven

For the record, there are no magic books that will help you excel in your academic work without putting in the hours to study, stay organised and understand the modules taught. These recommendations are books I have used and whilst this is subjective, I think they are great resources for all social work students. Whether you are reading this article at the beginning of your studies or towards the end, it’s never too late to get these books.

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How to Enjoy a Sober New Year’s Eve

Gateway Foundation

It’s no secret that society often glamorizes binge drinking, especially on New Year’s Eve and other holidays. While it can feel challenging to navigate the holiday season sober, now is a great time to recommit to your goals and connect to the true meaning behind the holidays. While it will take some planning, celebrating sober will have you waking up refreshed on New Year’s Day, ready to tackle your goals with more clarity and ambition than ever before.

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15 Best Motivational Quotes to Inspire You Each Day

Social Work Haven

15 positive quotes explained to inspire you each day “Be the change that you wish to see in the world” ? Mahatma Gandhi Explanation Changes in life are unavoidable however, you can trigger personal change which can help you rise to the challenge and become a better, and stronger version of yourself. Through this journey you are able to inspire others positively as a result of what you have experienced.

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How to Enjoy an Alcohol-Free Christmas

Gateway Foundation

Our culture tends to normalize alcohol, and this is especially true on holidays like Christmas. While you might feel hesitant about celebrating the festivities without a drink in hand, there are many fun ways to spend this time of year sober and healthy. Ultimately, Christmas is about enjoying time with friends and family and making memories you’ll cherish for life, and being sober can help you appreciate the true meaning of the holidays.

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Get Connected: Using Social Media for Social Work Success

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.

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Ugly Truth About Becoming a Practice Educator

Social Work Haven

As a social work student, a Practice Educator (PE) supported my 70 and 100-day placement. I aspired to become a Practice Educator to support students learning. The University ensured that students had access to several resources to help make our placement journey a success, however, placement experiences differed because of a combination of several factors.

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Luke Shaefer Quoted in a New York Times on the Effects of the Child Tax Credit

Michigan Social Work

Professor Luke Shaefer spoke with the New York Times about the ongoing effort to bring back the Expanded Child Tax Credit. The pandemic-era program, which sent monthly checks to most U.S. families with children, helped cut child poverty nearly in half during the program’s six-month run. Shaefer’s research found that hardships fell as soon as the payments started and rose as soon as they stopped.

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Law and Ethics Exam Prep: Business Practices and Policies

Therapist Development Center

One of the most fundamental aspects of navigating a new career as a psychotherapist is learning the business practices and policies that protect you and your clients. For many pre-licensed associates, this can feel like a daunting task. It’s no … Continued. The post Law and Ethics Exam Prep: Business Practices and Policies appeared first on Therapist Development Center Blog.

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Emergency Department Embedded Palliative Care Service Creates Value for Health Systems

CAPC

Study demonstrates benefits of emergency department (ED)-embedded palliative care, for the patient and the hospital.