Crime fighters: The role of social workers in creating a safer Maryland
Social workers are often the first line of defense against small issues that could grow into crises if unaddressed, but they ...
Lawsuit says it's unconstitutional for Texas to bar felons from becoming social workers
The bill states concerns over the prevalence of licensed health care professionals using their position to commit crimes ...
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A push to change a 2019 Texas law that bars certain felons from becoming social workers
She felt called to help others struggling with addiction and, with donations from her fellow church members, started pursuing ...
Boston-area libraries are employing social workers. Here’s why.
More social workers have been coming into the library setting in recent years, helping to connect people with social service ...
Hardy-Chandler: Don't eliminate social worker competence exam
To ensure this is the case, it is crucial Michigan assesses social workers’ knowledge and skills via a competence-based exam ...
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Fayetteville police positive about partnership with social workers
In 2021, the University of Arkansas School of Social Work partnered with the Fayetteville Police Department to pair officers ...
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Oak Lawn social worker’s kindness, innovation earn state recognition
Back when Erin Lee was in high school, there was a stigma around students with mental health challenges. Lee, now a social ...