Gary Direnfeld

JULY 24, 2023

I graduated with my Master of Social Work degree in 1985. The first job I landed was with a Children’s Aid Society (child protection services). When I was hired I was told by my supervisor that workers were paired off to cover each other’s caseload in the event of illness or absence. Then I was told the worker I was paired with was on long term disability and I would be responsible for her caseload on top of mine.

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Social Work With Adults

JULY 24, 2023

Lyn Romeo: I have been working with Tommy Reay-Henderson over the last year or so, supporting social work practice to make the most of digital skills and technology-enabled care and support. We want people to live independently in their own homes for a long as possible. There are many factors to consider, so I am very pleased to welcome Tommy as our guest blogger to outline the imperatives for social work practice and the support available.

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University of Connecticut

JULY 24, 2023

Name : Dawn Trott '09 MSW Profession/Field : Director of Recovery Services Bio and Key Accomplishments : I serve as the director of Recovery Services for Whiting Forensic Hospital, overseeing rehab therapists, occupational therapists, vocational counselors, hairdressing, substance use counselors, and chaplaincy. I also work as a crisis clinician in the St.

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