Social Work Voice | August 10, 2022

LATEST NEWS FROM THE CA CHAPTER

Apply to Become an NASW-CA Approved CE Trainer

The NASW-CA EmpowerEd Program invites qualified social workers and other mental health professionals to become an NASW-CA approved Continuing Education trainer.

Early Bird Registration Now Open for 2022 NASW-CA Social Work Conference: The Time is Right for Social Work

Enhance your professional practice and create connections at our Virtual Annual Conference on October 14 and October 21.

NASW-CA’s Statement on ASWB’s Clinical Exam Pass Rates Report

This week, the ASWB released new data on pass rates related to social work exams, including the ASWB Clinical Exam. This data shows glaring racial disparities in pass rates.

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EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Licensure Exam Prep Training – Clinical ASWB Exam

Preparing for the Clinical ASWB Exam can be overwhelming, especially if you are not sure where to start.

Don't miss NASW-CA's live, one-day licensure exam training on August 26. This workshop will walk you through the necessary steps to pass the ASWB exam and reduce test anxiety. Space is limited so reserve your seat today.

We’re Expanding Exam Prep Offerings

At NASW-CA, we are dedicated supporting your professional development, which is why we have partnered with AATBS/Triad and Therapist Development Center to offer deep discounts on clinical exam prep packages. We have recently expanded our offerings, so that you have even more flexibility in choosing the exam prep package that fits for you.

New Law & Ethics Exam Prep Package for NASW-CA Members

NASW-CA has partnered with Triad to bring you an exclusive discount on a Law and Ethics Exam prep package. NASW-CA Members may now receive an exclusive discount offered by Gerry Grossman Seminars, Triad’s California-specific exam prep and continuing education brand.

To learn more and access exam prep package discounts from AATBS/Triad or Therapist Development Center, email membership@naswca.org.

Not yet a member but want to be part of the largest professional association for Social Workers? Join us today and view our CA Member Guide.

CE PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT

Health Narratives to Support Social Work Practice (2 CEU)

On August 12, discover how first-person health narratives can be used to support and strengthen social work practice. Sarah C. Reed, PhD, MSW, MPH will facilitate discussions about questions of power and privilege; what stories get told and who listens.

These narratives will enhance skills of critical self-reflection, deep listening, and analysis of social inequities.

ADVOCACY UPDATE

Third Legislative Update Since Lobby Days

The California Legislature is now in the last month of the legislative session for the year. August 31st is the last day for bills to be passed and sent to the Governor who will have until September 30th to sign or veto all bills that reach his desk. All bills that are moving are in the opposite house, either in the fiscal committee (Senate or Assembly Appropriations) or on the Senate or Assembly Floor. At NASW-CA we are still advocating for 150 bills that are in the end stages of the legislative process.

UPCOMING EVENTS

LGBTQ+ Council Meeting | August 10

Region I Social Work Support Group | August 20

NASW-CA Virtual Peer Support Group | August 22

API Social Work Council Northern California's August Networking Forum - Macro Social Work | August 24

LGBTQ+ Social Worker Social & Support | September 14

BIPOC Social Worker Support Group | September 15

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MORE SOCIAL WORK NEWS

Meet Raquel Ibarra, MSW: NASW-CA’s New Membership Engagement Manager!

We would like to give a warm welcome to our new Member Engagement Manager, Raquel Ibarra, MSW (she/her/ella).

Support the Foster Youth Career Pathway into Social Work

Due to a successful pilot that launched earlier in the year, the NASW-CA and the SELACO WDB are recruiting for a second cohort for Foster2SocialWork.

Apply for NASW-CA’s Native American Birdwoman Student Scholarship

The Native American Council is still accepting applications for our Native American Birdwoman Student Scholarship!

FROM OUR ADVERTISING PARTNERS

Job Listing: Social Worker (LCSW) in San Joaquin County

Alignment Healthcare is seeking a LCSW social worker who will assess and evaluate members’ needs and requirements to achieve and/or maintain their health. This candidate must be able to conduct home visits in San Joaquin County 3 days a week, 2 days of telephonic work.

Job Listing: Remote TeleSocial Program Manager

L.A. Works launched a TeleSocial Program to help isolated adults receive consistent social contact. They are hiring for a social worker who will provide day-to-day management and oversight of Retired and Senior Volunteer Program.

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If you are a member interested in featuring a job, private practice, event, or service with other members, reach out to Alex Brown at abrown.naswca@socialworkers.org for additional information.

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