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School Social Work: Perception and Reality

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Our guests are Alyssa Ernst, MSW ’10, LMSW, and Stephanie Stodolka, LMSW, two school social workers who have been around the block. Alyssa Ernst , LMSW, is a school social worker in the Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District.

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April – May 2023 issue of Social Work Advocates Is Now Online

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Aging Out of Foster Care Every year, more than 20,000 young adults age out of the foster care system. They are between the ages of 18 and 21, some having chosen to voluntarily remain in care after 18.

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BSW & MSW Scholarship Recipients 2022-2023

University of Connecticut

This scholarship opportunity will help cover the costs of the LMSW exam to be able to further my progress toward my end goals. My professional goals are to obtain my LMSW and LCSW while continuing to support marginalized communities. After graduation, I plan to receive my LMSW, and eventually my LCSW.

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Micro, Mezzo & Macro Social Work

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Micro Social Work is direct-practice work in which a social worker meets with individuals, families, and small groups to support their treatment needs and improve their quality of life.

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Micro, Mezzo & Macro Social Work

Social Work Bubble

Micro Social Work Micro Social Work is direct-practice work in which a social worker meets with individuals, families, and small groups to support their treatment needs and improve their quality of life.

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A Step Backward: Social Workers Weigh Impact of U.S. Supreme Court Rulings

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All of these rulings are critical for us to talk about as a field,” says Duane Breijak, LMSW-Macro, executive director of NASW’s Michigan Chapter. The profession is challenged to help ease the pressure on individuals and families stemming from these decisions, which can create ethical challenges for social workers.

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Scholarship Recipients 2022

University of Connecticut

After graduation I plan to take the test to get my LMSW and eventually work to get my LCSW. I have really enjoyed the environment and work I do there and intend to continue working for groups that advocate for accessible health care. I am currently completing my field education at the Community Health Center in Meriden.