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Justin Hodge: Political Social Worker on the Rise

Beyond Advocacy

They are in BSW and MSW programs. They are eager to fulfill the NASW Code of Ethics mandate to pursue social justice and advocate for issues affecting people and communities, particularly those who are most vulnerable. Many are young and in the beginning stages of their budding social work careers.

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Behind the Poor Pay and High Turnover Rates of Direct Support Professionals

Relias

The movement to increase the minimum wage to $15 per hour for all workers is gaining momentum across the nation. In response, many local and state governments are raising their lowest wages above the federal minimum wage set in 2009. These discussions rarely include (DSPs) and their wages. About Today’s DSP Workforce. Supervisor tenure.

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

Social Work Haven

A social worker is a trained professional who helps individuals, families, groups, and communities in addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. They collaborate with community organisations to develop programs and initiatives that address social problems and promote community well-being.

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Scholarship Recipients 2022

University of Connecticut

This scholarship, created by Mary and her late husband, Raymond, will provide financial support to a student enrolled in the Bachelor of Social Work program. This scholarship helps give me peace of mind financially to continue through this program. students each academic year. Congratulations to our scholarship recipients!