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U.S. district courts in Pennsylvania and California granted nationwide preliminary injunctions blocking the Trump administration's rules that exempt businesses and nonprofits from complying with the Affordable Care Act's (ACA's) contraceptive coverage requirement if they have religious or moral objections to contraception. NASW, along with several other organizations, participated in amicus briefs filed in each court case.
- In Pennsylvania v. Trump, a federal district court agreed to preliminarily block the Trump administration's rules that broadly exempt employers and universities from complying with the Affordable Care Act's contraceptive coverage requirement. The court's decision found that Pennsylvania is likely to prevail on its claims that the Trump administration's rules violate the Administrative Procedure Act, and that the rules are contrary to the text of the ACA. The court therefore granted a preliminary nationwide injunction blocking enforcement of the rules. Efforts by amici influenced the court. The court's decision twice references points (see pages 39 and 42 of the decision) made by amici illustrating the harm caused by the rules.
- In California v. Wright, the court found that the rules likely violate the Administrative Procedure Act and preliminarily blocked them. The amicus brief also had an impact on this case. The court referenced the brief on page 26 of its decision, illustrating the harm caused by a potentially large number of employers opting out of providing their employees contraceptive coverage under the rules.
The 2018 U.S. midterm elections will be held in November. All 435 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and 34 of the 100 seats in the U.S. Senate will be contested. Social workers can have a major influence on election results, and help shape legislation, government, and policy. From lobbying do's and don'ts to writing letters to your members of Congress, follow these advocacy tips to have your voice heard in 2018.
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The National Committee on Nominations and Leadership Identification (NCNLI) has released the names of candidates for the Association's upcoming National election. Candidate information will be published in the March issue of the NASW News. Voting will begin in early April and will be conducted online. Questions? Email governance@socialworkers.org or call 202.336.8270.
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week Starts January 22
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® (NDAFW) is January 22-28, 2018. NDAFW is a national health observance linking teens to science-based facts to counteract the myths about drugs and alcohol that teens often hear from the Internet, TV, movies, music, or friends. Learn about NDAFW, then use this online guide to plan, promote, and host an NDAFW event of your own.
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| "Legal Issue of the Month" articles present an overview of one legal topic relevant to social work practice, focusing on a recent court decision or emerging legal issue. This archive of articles for NASW members addresses commonly asked questions as well as hot-button emerging issues.
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Supervision requirements for social workers seeking to obtain a state social work license are becoming complex, particularly for clinical licensure, and may create complications for social workers. In rural areas, social workers may encounter difficulties identifying an appropriate supervisor in their region. Changes to state law or regulations may generate confusion during the transition period. Issues sometimes occur when there is not a good fit between the social worker and the supervisor. This "Legal Issue of the Month" article provides examples of these dilemmas, identifies possible steps to prevent unexpected conflicts, and offers suggestions for systemic changes to improve the supervision and licensing process for social workers across the country.
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UNE Online is proud to offer a uniquely inclusive, supportive, and student-centered Master of Social Work program completed fully online, with engaging course design and unparalleled student support services. CSWE accredited, Traditional and Advanced Standing tracks available. Continue your education in the New Year with UNE Online!
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| | ANNOUNCEMENTS & REMINDERS |
January 1
New Code of Ethics Takes Effect
Nineteen sections of the Code were revised in 2017. The revisions focus largely on the use of technology and the implications of technology for ethical practice. Access the new Code online and view the recording of October's training on the revisions for free. Earn 2 Ethics CE credits for the training for a nominal fee.
January 18
Early Bird Registration Opens for 2018 NASW National Conference
"Shaping Tomorrow Together"
June 20-23, 2018 | Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, Washington, DC
Join thousands of social workers, like-minded professionals, and social work thought leaders for four days of unparalleled opportunities for professional development, continuing education, networking, and thought-provoking conversations tackling the most pressing issues facing the social work profession across the world. Earn 20+ CEUs. Register by March 31 to take advantage of very attractive early bird rates!
February 21
Private Practice Q & A Call-in Session – A Look at Common Coding Errors Made by Clinical Social Workers
An Hour With Private Practice: Questions & Answers is a free monthly Q&A call-in session for NASW members. Sessions start at 12 p.m. ET. No registration is required.
March 1
Social Work Month Starts!
March is National Professional Social Work Month. This year's theme, "Social Workers: Leaders. Advocates. Champions.," emphasizes how every community needs strong social work advocates, champions, and leaders.
March 21
Private Practice Q & A Call-in Session – Using Technology Effectively in Private Practice
Call-in session is free, available to NASW members only, and starts at 12 p.m. ET. No registration is required.
 Track patient appointments, notes, billing, and claims with ease with TherapyNotes, an online practice management, billing, and scheduling system for mental health professionals. TherapyNotes facilitates the workflow through robust, secure, and streamlined software, accessible wherever and whenever you need it. With fully integrated scheduling, notes, billing, electronic claims, and more, you'll have more time for what matters most: your patients. NASW members who sign up for TherapyNotes for the first time enjoy a 30-day free trial and a 10% discount on their first-year subscription. Use promo code NASW.
Connect to clients and build stronger relationships with Constant Contact's email marketing and online survey tools. NASW members receive an extra 10% off the standard prepay discounts.
NASW members save up to 80% off on over 93,000 products. Save on your printing, cleaning, and furniture needs. Didn't receive your NASW member Office Depot discount card? Member Services can help. Email membership@socialworkers.org to request a card.
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Use the Code of Ethics to guide professional conduct, resolve job-related ethical dilemmas, and help avoid ethics complaints. View the recording of October's training on the recent revisions to the Code of Ethics (free). Earn 2 Ethics CE credits for the training for a nominal fee.
Are you meeting the benchmarks in service that patients should expect of you? NASW practice standards and guidelines reflect current and emerging best practice trends and are a critical component of the professional social worker's toolkit.
NASW signs on to letters to the U.S. Congress and the administration to promote our public policy goals. NASW also writes statements and letters to the administration on a wide range of policy issues. NASW signs on to letters with coalition partners to demonstrate unity on an issue and to push for change. Refer to this collection for practical applications of NASW public policy for a just and equitable society.
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Make the world a better place and become a Social Worker, the fastest growing career field in the Country. Students learn the knowledge, skills, and values of the profession and gain both classroom and community-based experiences. The BSW, MSW and Ph.D. programs all offer challenging courses and internship experiences.
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Sign up to receive monthly updates on the latest research and resources on perinatal substance use. Check out our site for more complimentary resources and tools for change!
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 Social workers who practice within addiction treatment centers are often faced with difficult decisions when attempting to foster and maintain a safe therapeutic milieu for their clients. Establishing clear rules and expectations helps to hold clients accountable to sustaining positive behavior change and to minimize the risk of clients doing harm to peers or staff. One strategy that has been used to enforce such rules is called administrative discharge (AD), when treatment centers expel clients as a consequence for infractions against the rules of the center.
 Professional social workers must earn livable
salaries so that they may continue to provide needed services to clients. In
addition to balancing significant educational debt, social workers can expect
to earn salaries that are incomparable to other public health and mental health
professionals. According to NASW and the NASW Center for Workforce
Studies (2010), 60 percent of full-time social workers earn between $35,000
and $59,000 per year with 25 percent earning between $40,000 and
$49,999 per year. The median salary for social workers ($45,900) is
$11,200 less than the median salary for teachers ($57,200) (Bureau of
Labor Statistics, 2015). Social workers who earn lower salaries are more
likely to work in challenging agency environments and to serve more vulnerable
clients. They are also more likely to leave the profession. This profession is
personally fulfilling to many, and this is often used as an excuse, but many social
workers struggle financially, because of high loan debt and low income.
| | SOCIAL WORK ISSUES IN THE NEWS |
Disability Scoop
Federal officials are looking for ideas to help improve outcomes for young people with disabilities as they enter adulthood.
The Social Security Administration said that it wants to encourage brighter economic futures for transition-age youth with disabilities. And, the agency is asking the public to weigh in.
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New York Magazine
Between 1999 and 2013, the death rate for white, middle-aged, working-class Americans increased by 22 percent. This explosion in premature deaths was driven by a surge in opioid overdoses, alcohol-related fatalities and suicides.
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Clinical Advisor
Apathy and depressive symptoms are independently associated with incident dementia in community-dwelling older people, according to a study published in Neurology.
The research team assessed whether apathy and depressive symptoms are independently associated with incident dementia during a six-year follow-up in a prospective observational population-based cohort study.
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The New York Times
The Trump administration is taking its campaign against illegal immigration to the workplace.
The raids by federal agents on dozens of 7-Eleven convenience stores were the administration's first big show of force meant to convey the consequences of employing undocumented people.
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