April, 2019

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New Short Film: Segregated by Design by Richard Rothstein

Michigan Girl's Café

This short film was just released on August 8, 2019!! "Segregated By Design" examines the forgotten history of how our federal, state and local governments unconstitutionally segregated every major metropolitan area in America through law and policy. This legacy of segregation in cities across the country (through a practice known as redlining) had deep social and economic repercussions on African Americans, in terms of where they could live, where they could attend school, and how they could ge

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Exploring Post Graduate Licensure: LCSW vs. LMSW

Simmons University

A Master of Social Work (MSW) is the gateway to most professional opportunities in the field, but new MSW graduates face some choices. Most MSW graduates complete coursework in a wide range of subjects, including clinical practice, social policy, human behavior, research, advocacy, and specific populations such as children or older adults. The post Exploring Post Graduate Licensure: LCSW vs.

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Public Library Social Work - Elissa Hardy, LCSW

Doin' The Work

Episode 16 Guest: Elissa Hardy, LCSW Host: Shimon Cohen, LCSW. www.dointhework.com. Listen/Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Stitcher , Spotify. Follow on Twitter & Instagram , Like on Facebook. Join the mailing list Support the podcast Download transcript In this episode, I talk with Elissa Hardy, who is the Community Resource Manager at the Denver Public Library in Denver, Colorado.

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Moving from Supportive to Solution Focused Interventions

Counselor Toolbox podcast

Moving from Supportive to Solution Focused Interventions Objectives ~ Differentiate between supportive and solution-focused interventions ~ Identify the function of each ~ Explore interventions to facilitate transition into problem solving What’s the Difference ~ Supportive interventions are grounded in empathy and helping the person survive the moment. ~ Plugging a hole in the hull of […] Moving from Supportive to Solution Focused Interventions Objectives ~ Differentiate between supportiv

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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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Master of Social Work Versus Master of Psychology

Simmons University

So you have already earned your bachelor’s degree and have decided to pursue the next stage of academia — the master’s degree. You’re interested in direct practice and helping individuals, families, groups, and communities to improve their well-being and achieve success in areas of their lives where they may be struggling. You may be torn between getting a master’s degree in psychology or in social work, and are wondering what each degree can do for you.

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Review: The Gilded Years (2016)

Michigan Girl's Café

The Gilded Years (2016), by Karin Tanabe, is a historical fiction novel. It is based on the true story of Anita Florence Hemmings, the first African American woman to attend Vassar College, a prestigious women's college, in the 1890s. As the descendants of slaves, Hemmings passed as white so that she could enter Vassar and finds herself in the elite world of aristocrats and capitalists.

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Review: Great Job for Sociology Majors - Third Edition (2009)

Michigan Girl's Café

Great Job for Sociology Majors - Third Edition (2008) by Stephen Lambert is a comprehensive career guide book that highlights the myriad of careers that someone can do with a sociology major. I picked this book because sociology was one of my specializations in college. This book helps students and recent college graduates on how to present a major in sociology as a workplace asset during an interview, how to conduct a job search, and ways to use the major in sociology in the real world.

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Differences Between Clinical and Non-Clinical Social Work

Simmons University

The need for professional social workers continues to grow. It’s important to understand the different types of social work — clinical or non-clinical — so that you can make an informed decision about which area of practice is the best fit for you. While both types of social workers are educated at the graduate level, there are key differences. The post Differences Between Clinical and Non-Clinical Social Work appeared first on SC-UMT.

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Developing Resilience in Children

Counselor Toolbox podcast

Building Resilience in Children Objectives ~ Define resilience ~ Explore characteristics of Resilient People ~ Identify how to help people become more resilient ~ Highlight activities which can help people deal with unpleasant events when they happen The Art of Resilience ~ Resilience is a process or lifestyle that enables people to bounce back in […] Building Resilience in Children Objectives ~ Define resilience ~ Explore characteristics of Resilient People ~ Identify how to help people b

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Counseling People Who Are Transgender and Gender Nonconforming

Counselor Toolbox podcast

Learn about unique issues to working with people who are transgender and their families. CEUs are available for this podcast at [link] Learn about unique issues to working with people who are transgender and their families.

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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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Nonpharmacological Pain Management — CBT for Chronic Pain

Counselor Toolbox podcast

Learn about a variety of techniques that can be used to help people with chronic pain and develop a better understanding of the chronic pain experience and associated cognitions. CEUs are available for this podcast at allceus.com/counselortoolbox Learn about a variety of techniques that can be used to help people with chronic pain and develop a better understanding of the chronic pain experience and associated cognitions.

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Addressing Emotional Triggers

Counselor Toolbox podcast

Addressing emotional triggers means eliminating unnecessary triggers, developing strategies to mitigate unavoidable ones and helping people be as healthy, happy and relaxed as possible so they have the energy to deal with triggers when they arise. CEUs are available for this podcast at AllCEUs.com/counselortoolbox Addressing emotional triggers means eliminating unnecessary triggers, developing strategies to mitigate unavoidable ones and helping people be as healthy, happy and relaxed as possible

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Treating Addictions and Borderline Personality Disorder Symptoms

Counselor Toolbox podcast

Symptoms of addiction and borderline personality disorder are very similar and overlap. Explore how those symptoms may have developed as a protective mechanism and interventions to assist in addressing them. CEUs are available for this presentation. See the link in the show notes. Symptoms of addiction and borderline personality disorder are very similar and overlap.

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Contextual Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Counselor Toolbox podcast

Learn how context creates a phenomenological reality that influences each individual's perceptions of the present and why that is important in the recovery process. CEUs are available for this presentation at AllCEUs.com see the link in the show notes. Learn how context creates a phenomenological reality that influences each individual's perceptions of the present and why that is important in the recovery process.

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Counseling Couples

Counselor Toolbox podcast

Identify goals and techniques for using in couples counseling. CEUs are available for this podcast at [link] Identify goals and techniques for using in couples counseling.