National Association of Social Workers CaliforniaNews www.naswca.org May 2009 • Volume 35, Number 8 NASW Social Work Career and Job Search Resources By Lora Pierce, NASW-CA Director of Membership and Communications

re you looking to enhance your social work obstacles, how to create a viable job search and net- career, move in a different direction or seek- working plans and how to implement them in a manner Aing your first job as a social worker? If so, the that is professional, appropriate, effective and efficient. following resources can assist you in taking control of your career by giving you critical job search, interview- (2) Social Work Job Search Online Resources ing, and negotiating tips in addition to information This document provides a variety of useful job-search about professional development resources. Do you resources for social workers at all levels in all social have a resume that optimizes the chance that you will work fields. Resources listed include online job listings, get an interview? Do you know how to answer inter- social work association and organization Web sites, view questions in a manner that ensures employers see social work publications and newsletters, job-search you as the “right match?” Do you know how to build a (general and social work specific) Web sites, social network that can assist you in finding that perfect job? work conferences, and social work staffing agencies. Have you created strategies for overcoming obstacles New California that will come up during the job search? The resources (3) Financial Aid Resources for Social Work Education are designed to assist you in being prepared, having a This PDF document offers a brief overview of infor- Chapter Web site plan of action, utilizing proven strategies, and under- mation and resources related to financial aid resources standing the emotional roller coaster associated with for social work education and training. While some of the job-search process. the resources are specific to California, others are avail- Launched able nationwide. / By Lora Pierce, NASW-CA Director of Membership and Improved NASW National Career Center Communications Go from student to employed professional, frontline If you have questions regarding these resources, worker to manager. Find a higher-paying position closer e-mail [email protected] or call (800) 538-2565, ased on current Web-based trends and research, to home. Apply your skills and experience at a new ext. 10. the Chapter Web site has been completely rede- location across the nation. Whatever your next profes- Bsigned to be more attractive, better organized, sional step may be, the Social Work Career Center has more user friendly, provide better information, and link the tools you need to excel. Topics include, but are not visitors to more resources. More importantly, the new limited to, job search, social work employers, training design more effectively informs members and visitors and more. Listed below are some of the resources found about the association’s projects and accomplishments. under the “Find a Job” link. For details, visit http:// NASW—at both the national and state levels— careers.socialworkers.org/. is working very hard on behalf of the profession, indi- vidual social workers and our communities. We have • Post a Resume made significant strides in the past three years. I encour- • Interview Tips age you to check out the new chapter Web site at www. • How to Market Yourself naswca.org, which will take you to several new national • Career Coaching Web sites as well as give you insight into accomplish- • Job Search Resources ments gained through the major NASW initiatives and • Build your Resume campaigns. Don’t wait any longer—be connected and • Salary Trends access all of the benefits, services and resources avail- • Practice Interview Questions able to you. / New NASW California Career Center If you have questions regarding these resources, con- As part of the NASW Social Work Reinvestment, tact [email protected] or call (800) 538-2565, the California chapter has developed several docu- ext. 10. ments related to social work career development and job search. The following documents can be found on the NASW-CA Web site at www.naswca.org under the “Career Center” link at the top of the page. In This Issue (1) Social Work Job Search Strategies This short and concise document provides an over- President’s Message...... 2 view of key job-search strategies as applied specifically to social work jobs. Topics include how one best prepares Executive Director’s Message...... 3 for a job search, how to identify and overcome common Political Action...... 4 Opinions...... 7 2009 Legislative Lobby Days a Success! Membership...... 8 More than 1,000 Social Workers Make a Huge Impact at the State Capitol. Legal Issues...... 8 n March 8 and 9, approximately 1,000 profes- profession and make the voice of social work heard NASW Announcements...... 9 sional social workers and social work students in the State Capitol, by lobbying for NASW-CA’s co- Ocame to Sacramento to learn and exercise their sponsored bills: AB 12 (Beall & Bass) California Foster Licensure Classes...... 10 professional responsibility for political advocacy. This Connections to Success Act; SB 543 (Leno) Mental year’s NASW-CA Legislative Lobby Days event marked Health Services for At-Risk Youth; and AB 324 (Beall) In Memoriam...... 12 the 21st annual event that introduces the legislative pro- Elder Economic Dignity Act of 2009, as well as the cess to social workers and gives them the opportunity to impact of the budget cuts to our clients. Councils...... 14 lobby legislators on the social work profession’s priority On Sunday, NASW-CA Chapter President Stacie Hira- Regional Activities...... 16 issues. moto, MSW greeted participants. CalPACE-endorsed Attendees from across the state learned how to successfully advocate on behalf of their clients and continued on page 6 2 May 2009 Vol. 35, No. 8 NASW California News www.naswca.org

FROM THE PRESIDENT The OAC Comes Through— For Now The MHSA By Stacie Hiramoto, MSW seeks to change he Mental Health Oversight ers held off on taking a vote on two “business as usual.” and Accountability Commission, items: 1.) The “MHSA Issues Resolu- Tor the “OAC”, was created in tion Process”—basically the complaint Proposition 63 or the Mental Health and appeals process at the state level Services Act (MHSA). There are 16 regarding county MHSA plans; and commissioners on the OAC and they 2.) A Memorandum of Understanding meet monthly. (MOU) between the OAC and other One of the most important aspects of government entities. Council—had met on numerous occa- and going back to “business as usual.” the MHSA was the “transformation” Statewide community stakehold- sions by themselves on these two items, I urge all of you involved with the of the public mental health system ers raised concerns and requested the but had not included stakeholders. MHSA planning and implementa- in California. This is not just more delay on both items as they had only (Definitely the old way of doing busi- tion at your county level to make sure services! Transformation includes gov- come to light recently. There had not ness before the MHSA.) that the process is transparent and in ernmental entities, whether at the state been adequate time for public review The community stakeholders collaboration with local stakehold- or local level, becoming more transpar- and comment. breathed a sigh of relief when OAC ers—especially consumers, family ent and working in collaboration with Moreover, it was revealed that decided to do a more thorough and members and providers from under- clients, family members, providers and representatives of the government enti- public review of these documents. served communities. I also suggest you the community. The MHSA seeks to ties—the State Department of Mental However, it is not clear whether this attend an OAC meeting if you pos- change “business as usual.” Health, the California Mental Health latest dust up with OAC and other gov- sibly can. Information can be found The OAC came through at its Directors Association, the OAC, and ernment entities is just a bump in the on their Web site at www.dmh.ca.gov/ March 26 meeting when commission- the California Mental Health Planning road, or a sign of resistance to change MHSOAC/ /

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FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Volunteers of America By Janlee Wong, MSW

hile many of us are elated, reflects the ethics and values that we relieved and hopeful with believe, which include health care for We need to follow suit WPresident Obama’s election all, eliminating poverty and hunger, and first four months in office, our affordable housing, full employment, at the state and local work isn’t done. It will take all of us to programs and services for those in need make the changes necessary to bring our and social justice. We can’t get there level with public policies country out of recession. It will take sac- now given the massive economic prob- rifice on our part to spur the economy lems we have and the world has. We practice arenas. Yet to accomplish our and public officials who with spending stimuli, reduced expendi- can’t help others in the world when we lofty goals, we’ll need volunteer our tures and increased taxes. So let’s spend have our own serious problems at home. time, energy or money to go beyond will help us toward our thoughtfully but spend if we can. Let’s But now we have an administration in economic recovery to a just society help one another by sharing what we Washington that is in tune with us. locally, nationally and globally. This will vision. can. And let’s be kind and caring to each We need to follow suit at the state require a revolution of thought, spirit other because we’re all stressed. and local level with public policies and and will. As the lyrics say in the old Jef- When the recession is done and recov- public officials who will help us toward ferson Airplane song, “We’re volunteers ery begins, still our work won’t be done. our vision. We’re paid or hoping to be of America, got to revolution.”/ Our vision is to build an America that paid to do social work in all sectors and

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P o l i t i c a l A c t i o n Government Relations Update May 2009 By Wendy Rae Hill, BSW Legislative NASW-CA Director of Government Relations and Political Affairs Calendar 2009 y the end of May, all of NASW- workers and consumers, learn insider SB 543 (Leno) Mental Health CA’s sponsored and priority strategies for advocating legislators, and Services for At-risk Youth May 4 Blegislation will have made or meet with senators, assembly members SB 543 removes barriers to prov- Last day to register to vote for missed their first hurdles of policy and and political leaders. ing mental heath services to youth by May 19 Special Election. fiscal committee hearings. NASW-CA allowing youth age 12 to 17 to consent has been working hard to ensure all our Priority Issues/Sponsored Legislation to mental health treatment or counsel- May 15 priority legislation makes it through this AB 12 (Beall & Bass) California Fos- ing if the attending professional believes CalPACE Fundraising critical process. You may keep up to date tering Connections to Success Act the youth is mature enough to partici- Reception (Santa Clara) with our progress at www.naswca.org. AB 12 would ensure that California pate intelligently in the services. SB 543 Tickets and Sponsorships available opts into both of essential federal fund- helps ensure that youth do not have to online at www.naswca.org. Special Election ing opportunities by: wait until their mental health situations As part of the 18-month budget deal, (1) re-enacting Kin-GAP program to become dire and their safety is compro- May 15 there will be a special election on May align with federal requirements mised by suicide, substance abuse or Last day for policy committees 19 to pass initiatives that will help fill (2) provide transitional support to violence to receive services. to hear non-fiscal bills. the budget gap. NASW-CA has taken an some youth until age 21 oppose position to both Props 1D and These changes represent fiscally and CalPACE Fundraisers May 19 1E, which would take money from both socially responsible improvements to CalPACE raises money to elect social Special Election Prop 10, which funds California First California’s foster care system. As a workers and social work-minded can- Five and Prop 63, the Mental Health result, California would use federal didates to public office. We rely on May 22 Services Act. You can read about both of funds for costs that are currently borne your generous donations to fund our Last day for policy committees these and the other initiatives on www. by the state and counties, and would efforts. Please consider donating to our to meet prior to June 8. naswca.org. achieve substantial savings from declines silent auction or attending our Cal- in homelessness, teen pregnancy, unem- PACE Reception at the 2009 NASW-CA May 25 Legislative Lobby Days ployment, public assistance and other Annual Conference on Friday May 15, Memorial Day holiday The 21st annual 2008 Legislative expensive outcomes for young adults from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Lobby Days event was a huge success! who would otherwise be forced out of Clara Marriot! For more information, May 29 With more than 1,000 attendees, we foster care at the age of 18. e-mail [email protected]. Last day for fiscal committees rocked the Capitol all day on Monday, to meet prior to June 8. March 9, with meetings in 119 of the AB 324 (Beall) Elder Economic Take Action! 120 legislative offices and we had a very Dignity Act of 2009 We need you to contact your state leg- powerful meeting with the Governor’s AB 324 would use the Elder Economic islators and let them know that you need office! Background materials on our Leg- Security Standard™ Index (Elder Index) them to vote for revenue increases! To the Membership department to create islative Lobby Days topics are available to provide a better measure of poverty to do so, go the www.naswca.org and take a NASW-CA legislative advocacy train- on www.naswca.org. plan for the needs of California’s grow- action at our Legislative Action Center. ing and we have taken it on the road! Legislative Lobby Days is a two-day ing aging population. The Elder Index is You can also find out who your representa- NASW-CA staff is available to come to conference for social work professionals a new tool that accurately quantifies the tives are and send e-mail communications your agency or school for a presenta- and students, focusing on advocating for annual cost of meeting basic needs for regarding federal issues as well! tion. Just contact us to set it up! E-mail social justice at our state capitol. Legis- retired, older adults in each California [email protected] or (916) 442- lative Lobby Days familiarizes you with county. Legislative Advocacy Training Available 4565 ext. 14. advocacy and the legislative process. You The NASW-CA Government Rela- Until June, stand firm, reach out and learn about legislation affecting social tions department has teamed up with be loud! /

NASW-CA Priority Legislation May 2009

his is a partial list of legislation AB 324 & AJR 6 (Beall & Liu) Elder SB 38 (Alquist) Silver Alert System intelligently in the services or when the that NASW-CA has taken a posi- Economic Dignity Act of 2009 Summary: SB 38 enacts the Silver Alert youth would present a danger of serious Ttion on. For a complete list, Summary: AB 324 would use the Elder Act and requires if a senior person is physical or mental harm to self or others please visit www.naswca.org. Economic Security Standard™ Index reported missing and has an impaired without the services. (Elder Index) to provide a better measure mental condition, and there is informa- NASW-CA Position: Sponsor AB 12 (Beall & Bass) California of poverty to plan for the needs of Cali- tion to aid in the recovery of the person, Location: Senate Judiciary Committee Fostering Connections to Success Act fornia’s growing aging population. The then a public alert is released. Summary: AB 12 would ensure that Elder Index is a new tool that accurately NASW-CA Position: Support AB 407 (Beall) Continuing Care California opts into federal funding quantifies the annual cost of meeting Location: Senate Public Safety Committee Communities Contracts opportunities that re-enact our existing basic needs for retired, older adults in Summary: AB 407 provides for closure Kin-GAP program and extend care ser- each California county. protection for Continuing Care Retire- vices to some foster youth until age 21. SB 134 (Liu) Incarcerated Youth NASW-CA Position: Support Communication with Children ment Community (CCRC) residents. NASW-CA Position: Support ocation L : Assembly Aging and Long Summary: SB 134 would allow incarcer- NASW-CA Position: Support Location: Assembly Human Services Term Care Committee ated youth in state facilities to better Location: Assembly Human Services Committee parent their children by allowing them Committee to communicate both with their child and their child’s caregivers. Addition- HR 5 (Ammiano) & SR 7 (Leno) ally, SB 134 encourages county juvenile Same-Sex Marriage Donations Needed! detention facilities to adopt similar com- Summary: HR 5 and SR 7 declare that the munication policies. CalPACE, NASW-CA’s political action committee, Legislature believes Proposition 8 as an NASW-CA Position: Support improper revision, not an amendment, is looking for donations of Location: Senate Public Safety of the California Constitution and was Committee not enacted according to the procedures Products • Services required by Article XVIII and Article III SB 543 (Leno) Mental Health of the California Constitution. Art • Gift Certificates Services for At-Risk Youth NASW-CA Position: Support ummary S : SB 543 helps ensure that Location: Adopted for NASW-CA’s Legislative Lobby Days and the Annual Conference. youth do not have to wait until their To donate, please contact Margot Sanders at mental health situations become dire and their safety is compromised by suicide, [email protected] or (916) 442-4565. ext. 16. substance abuse or violence to receive Donations to CalPACE are not tax-deductible as charitable services. The legislation would allow contributions. FPPC# 822532 youth ages 12 to 17 to consent to men- tal health treatment or counseling when CalPACE is a non-partisan political action committee formed to support the attending professional believes the candidates and issues that advance social work values and public policy goals. youth is mature enough to participate Vol. 35, No. 8 NASW California News www.naswca.org May 2009 5

NASW-CA Strongly OPPOSES Props 1D & 1E! Voters Beware! California Budget Deal Requires a Special Election! s part of the recent budget deal, a special election is being called for May 19, 2009 to vote on five budget initiatives. The National Association of Social AWorkers, California Chapter has taken an oppose position on two of them, Propositions 1D and 1E. Proposition 1D, is officially called, “Protects Children’s Services Funding. Helps Balance State Budget.” Prop 1D will take $1.6 billion in Prop 10 tobacco funds away from critical local health and education programs for young children to solve the budget deficit. NASW-CA strongly OPPOSES Prop 1D! www.noonproposition1d.com

Proposition 1E, is officially called, “Mental Health Services Funding. Tempo- rary Reallocation. Helps Balance State Budget.” Prop 1E redirects MHSA funds in the amount of $226.7 million in 2009-2010 and up to $234 million in 2010-2011 to the State General Fund. There are 200,000 people enrolled in Prop 63 mental health programs across the state, virtually all of whom has no services prior to the implementation of MHSA. Not only are many of these clients in jeopardy of los- ing services, The precedent set by taking funds from a voter-approved measure that dedicated its funding to specific purposes in order to balance the state budget and in effect diverting these funds from their intended purposes, is as big of a concern as the loss itself. This not only creates the risk of more future diversions of Prop 63 funds but also creates a precedent that could adversely effect any voter-approved measure dedicating funding to a specific program. NASW-CA strongly OPPOSES Prop 1E! www.noprop1e.com

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NASW Lobby Day Success Continued from page 1 NASW-CA Lobby Days Highlights Attendees from accross the state learned how to successfully advocate on behalf of their clients and profession and make the voice of social work heard Assemblywoman Mariko Yamada, MSW, speaks to Lobby Days Senator Mark Leno, author of Lobby Days Topic SB 543, talks in the State Capitol. attendees. about the importance of increasing access to mental-health services for at-risk youth.

state assemblywoman Mariko Yamada, MSW gave our legislative welcome and spoke very passionately about her work as an elected social worker in public office. Our featured keynote speaker was Laura Chick, MSW, Los Angeles City Controller, who was also presented with our 2008 National Public Official of the Year Award. An impromptu “hat” was passed around the auditorium result- ing in more than $300 raised for the CalPACE political action fund, which NASW board members Cathy Ralph and Cyndy Thomas pose endorses social workers and social work with Assembly member Tom Ammiano and NASW member LOBBY DAY PHOTO CAPTIONS like-minded candidates for elected office. Jennifer Tan. Other conference presenters included Lobby Days attendees from the San Jose State School of Img 5815 Janlee Wong, NASW-CA Executive Social Work. Director; Cyndy Thomas, LCSW and Bill Gould, MSW, NASW-CA Board Little boy of Directors; Kymberli Crane, BASW Candidate, NASW-CA Board Student Director North; Wendy Rae Hill, BSW, SW Sign 2 NASW-CA Director of Government Relations and Political Affairs; Lora Pierce, BSW, MS, NASW-CA Director SW Sign 3 of Membership and Communications; Brendan Broms, NASW-CA Membership Coordinator; Lillian Clark, NASW-CA Lobby Days Legislative Assistant; Scott Graves, PhD. D., California Budget Project Senior Policy Analyst; Mike Herald, Western Crowd 12 Center on Law and Poverty Legislative Advocate; Poshi Michelson, MSW, Men- The large crowd shows its support! tal Health American of No. CA, LGBT USC School of Social Work Days attendees at the Social Action Project Coordinator; Dustin Manhart, Rally. Image 0257 MSW, Community SeniorServ Home Ser- vices Manager; Karla Rodriguez, MPH Program Officer, The Women’s Founda- Image 0255 tion of California; Joni Pitcl, Director, CA Child Welfare Co-investment Part- Image 0247 nership; Nicette Short, Senior Policy Advocate, Director of Grassroots Advo- cacy; Alice Kessler, Equality California Government Affairs Director; Stephanie Welch, MSW, Associate Director, Mental Heath Services Act, CMHDA; Kirsten Barlow, MSW, Associate Director, Leg- islation and Public Policy, CMHDA; Martha Flammer, MSW, Legislative Advocate for Los Angeles County; and Jennifer Thompson, MSW, Capitol Director at Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. Lobby Days attendees show support for social justice issues. The Lobby Days Social Action Rally is a family affair On Monday, attendees made their way and here is our youngest advocate! to the State Capitol where they met with 119 of the 120 state legislators and the Governor’s office. Although some were nervous, none of them showed it as they walked into legislative offices and lob- bied for social change. It is important to note that the act of lobbying offices is not just an exercise. These participants became vital compo- nents of NASW-CA’s lobbying efforts. The highlight of Monday’s activities was the Social Action Rally held on the north steps of the Capitol with over 1,000 social workers in attendance. Overall, the 2009 Legislative Lobby Days was a huge success for both attend- Social Action Rally ees and NASW-CA and we can’t wait to outside the State Lobby Days attends are passionate about their client services. see everyone again next year! / Capitol north steps. Vol. 35, No. 8 NASW California News www.naswca.org May 2009 7

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Consumers’ Guides. Who Does the Guiding? CANHR’s mission is to Opinion by Lillian L Hyatt, MSW, CCRC Resident and AARP Policy Specialist on CCRCs educate long-term health uides come in all sizes and all lev- care consumers in California. Its mission care consumers as to els of detail. Most important are is to educate long-term health care con- Gthe differences in authors’ views sumers as to their rights and remedies their rights and remedies that direct our attention to one point, but available under the law. CANHR creates ignore others. As a result, a consumer may a united voice for nursing home reform available under the law. well end up with conflicting ideas. In the and humane alternatives to institutional- case of guides to Continuing Care Resi- ization. It has a 30-year record of reliable dential Communities (CCRCs), there are consumer information as well as battling basically two contradictory viewpoints: in the courts for protections for the elderly tions are done on a self-evaluation basis dards address the organizations business that of the providers’ trade association against even the state. When the Califor- that is read by CARF-CACC staff in its practices and financial performance... reflected by the Commission on Accredita- nia Department of Social Services (DSS) headquarters. The CCRC pays for all CARF-CACC reviews the annual financial tion of Rehabilitation Facilities-Continuing did not provide for a sufficient number of expenses. This process leaves many unan- audit reports and evaluates margin/profit- Care Accreditation Commission (CARF- inspectors who could enforce the exist- swered questions. The resumes of the ability ratios, liquidity ratios, and capital CACC) versus that of the California ing laws designed to protect patients in surveyors are limited to their titles. (Their structure ratios for all accredited CCRCs. Advocates for Nursing Home Reform nursing homes from neglect and abuse, affiliation is only indicated as CARF- However, being accredited does not nec- (CANHR). Despite the use of the word CANHR took the state to court. This CACC part-time employees, not where essarily ensure financial health.” To the “Commission” by CARF-CACC, the title was also important for protecting CCRC they are employed full-time in their nor- consumer this is a point of utmost impor- does not stand for a governmental entity, patients in their skilled nursing facilities mal jobs. Tellingly, neither surveyor at the tance during these times of recession. But but for simply a private not-for-profit orga- (SNF). CANHR also has a program that CCRC where I reside carried a business the report is not available to either resi- nization which derives its income from puts people with insufficient funds who card. When asked by a resident for cards, dents or the public. among other sources charges for “accredi- require aid to get in touch with attorneys they replied that they were still in their Consumers will be able to obtain tation.” CACC was originally part of the who will take cases on a contingency luggage and they would be sent later. The CANHR’s publication, A Consumer’s trade association for CCRCs. Later it was basis. CANHR’s publication, The Advo- cards never arrived.) Among questions Guide to Continuing Care Retirement Com- sold to CARF for a large undisclosed sum cate, publishes the names of all nursing not addressed would be important ones munities in California. Is One Right For of money. The sale was justified in that it homes and their citations (including those such as does the CCRC employ a full time You, which is available May 15. I should would not appear proper for accredita- of CCRCs that have received state cita- social-worker? What information is given also like to point out that CARF-CACC’s tion to be issued to member organizations. tions). Consumers are taught to learn to a CCRC applicant? Does the CCRC publication, Consumer Guide to Financial In any event, it is interesting to note that which nursing homes to avoid! have a confidential grievance procedure? Performance and Reporting In Continuing CARF-CACC’s accreditations of CCRCs CARF-CACC claims that it conducts What is the staff turnover and how does it Care Retirement Communities Enhancing and the reasons behind them are not open its accreditation process within the frame- affect resident care and the four self-eval- People’s Lives, is currently available. / to the public although the accreditations of work of “improving the standards and uations in which they participate? What the Rehabilitation Facilities are open for quality of services.” In general CARF- are the language skills of the employees, California News columnist Lillian Hyatt the asking. CACC requires first a self-survey, which especially in the SNF? Also, as its consum- was recently named as an AARP-Califor- CANHR is also a not-for-profit organi- is followed and evaluated by visits from ers’ guide states clearly, in its accreditation nia policy advisor. A policy advisor reviews zation. The mission statement of CANHR CARF-CACC-trained surveyors who are process CARF-CACC “requires CCRCs legislation, regulations and other proposals emphasizes the fact that it is an organiza- paid for by the CCRC. And “accredita- to follow a rigorous set of standards based to promote official AARP policy updated tion dedicated to improving the quality tion” lasts five years, but the facility is on industry trends and undergo a survey annually and approved by its board of of care and life for SNF and residential only visited once, and further evalua- to determine conformance... The stan- directors.

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Seminar Events in Santa Clara, Dallas, Chicago and New York City, May 2009

• Are you a fully qualified social worker? a single professional or a growing family. Essex County • Do you have substantial experience working with young Council has social care opportunities available for high people and families? quality, experienced practitioners. This is an exclusive opportunity to deploy and enhance your skills, help • Are you ready for a fresh challenge in a truly inspiring part safeguard vulnerable citizens and work closely with local of the world? families. You’ll also experience the very best of what If you can answer ‘yes’ to these questions, we would like to Essex – and Britain – has to offer. invite you to one of our forthcoming 2009 seminars: With a competitive remuneration package, excellent benefits, • 15th & 16th May – visit us at Stand 8 at the NASW CA relocation support and conversion courses available for Chapter Annual Conference and Job Fair in Santa Clara, international social workers, this really is the Opportunity of California and at seminar events in the evenings at the a Lifetime. Santa Clara Marriott Hotel Reed Global Resourcing are facilitating these events • 18th May – Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas, Dallas on behalf of Essex County Council, please register your • 20th May – Sutton Place Hotel, Chicago interest through: • 22nd May – Grand Hyatt Hotel, New York City • Email: [email protected] Here you will be able to meet senior and front line social • Phone: 011 44 207 758 9902/6 care staff from Essex County Council, and gather information • Online registration – go to to help you make an informed decision about this incredible www.reedglobal.com/essexseminars opportunity. Sessions will be held during the day and in the evening. Interviews with current international social workers at Essex County Council can be found at: Essex is one of Britain’s most exciting counties, blessed with http://opportunityofalifetime.essex-cc.org scenic beauty, centuries of colourful history and home to a diverse population of 1.3 million. Close to London’s vibrant We will also be coming back to the USA in June/July ‘09 metropolis and within easy reach of continental Europe, to conduct formal interviews for these roles, please Essex is a fantastic place to live and work, whether you’re contact Reed Global Resourcing for further information.

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m e m b e r s h i p Nasw-ca Volunteer Leader Spotlight Barbara Dubransky Direction Region I

“She’s very social. What about social bers, I had always felt frustrated at my prevention of many social problems. work?” These words spoken by my col- inability to alleviate any of these chal- My experiences as an intern, mem- lege guidance counselor and somehow lenges for those I loved. At the same ber and leader in the NASW have both relayed back to me seem comical now. time, I witnessed the power of a strong prepared me and continually enhanced But, in hindsight, who knew what my community and a supportive familial my ability to be effective and knowl- future would have entailed had this erro- and social network. Barbara Dubransky at work. edgeable in this and past professional neous link not been made as my high Social work seemed the perfect oppor- roles. The strengths of the NASW are school guidance counselor sought to tunity to attempt to address many of the resilience, security, empathy and intel- the professionals who are members and assist me in achieving a new and exciting issues that my family had faced and often lectual curiosity is in the earliest years create and participate in a broad variety goal. No one in my family had ever gone overcome at their societal root. An ini- of their childhood. The seminal work, of approaches to share knowledge and to college and the idea of attempting it tial interest in family strengthening, as a “From Neurons to Neighborhoods” by experience and to support one another. initially seemed ridiculous. factor in addressing various social prob- the Committee on Integrating the Science And, in my more than 10 years as a mem- My poor and working-class Mexi- lems, evolved into a passion for policy of Early Childhood Development, pro- ber, I have grown to recognize some of can-, Portuguese-, Native-, Swiss- and and prevention efforts. For the past eight vides a compelling foundation for this those elements of family that I cherished Irish-American family history weaved years this passion has found a home in work and points us to key environments in my own growing up in this NASW the stories of immigration, poverty, the area of early childhood development. that, improved, will have the great- family and found that, as my guidance substance abuse, developmental disabil- I am fully invested in what I believe to be est impact on the short- and long-term counselor might suspect, social workers ity and mental illness into my heritage. a movement that recognizes that our best social-emotional, physical, economic are a pretty “social” bunch. / Being one of the youngest family mem- opportunity to equip our young with health and safety of every child and the

LEGAL ISSUE OF THE MONTH HITECH HIPAA for Social Workers By Sherri Morgan, LDF Associate Counsel, and Carolyn Polowy, General Counsel, NASW Legal Defense Fund

Introduction ing HIPAA requirements. The HITECH ocial workers and privacy advo- Act is expected to have a significant cates shared in the victory of new impact on the health care industry and Sfederal privacy provisions that were further analysis and information will be signed into law by President Obama on provided as the identified programs are February 17, 2009 as part of the Health implemented and government agencies Information Technology for Economic promulgate regulations. and Clinical Health Act (HITECH Act). To read or download the entire article, As one segment of the President’s please visit www.naswca.org and you’ll economic stimulus plan (the American find the link to the “Legal Issue of the Recovery and Reinvestment Act), the Month” in the right-hand column under The NASW Research Page HITECH Act promotes the use of elec- “Member Links.” This is a member- he NASW Research Page (a about social work’s contributions to tronic health records and provides for only section and members must enter Web resource) is intended to research on a variety of issues. One of increased privacy protection for personal their membership number to access the help inform policy, practice and the issues—Social Work and Cancer health information. This Legal Issue of Legal Issue of the Month. Do you need T education by providing information on Research—is mentioned below. your membership number? E-mail the Month article provides a brief over- social work research to members as well [email protected] or call (323)- view of the HITECH Act with a focus on as to the general public. Social Work and Cancer Research 363-1133. / Subtitle D—Privacy, which amends exist- NASW is partnering with the Institute Social workers practice and conduct for the Advancement of Social Work research in cancer-related services and Research (IASWR) to highlight findings concerns including treatment adherence, from research being carried out by social survivorship, caregiver issues, and can- workers, providing new information to cer-related health care policy. Two recent practitioners, and to address multiple research reports and tools are noted on ways that practitioners can and should the Research Page. Also, NASW has influence the research enterprise. developed a report on practitioners’ use Each month, the Research Page of cancer related research. Additional will feature a new topic area, so mem- resource references provide an array of bers will want to return often to the social work research endeavors. Research Page. Previous topic areas will For details and links, visit the NASW be archived and continue to be available Research Page at www.socialworkers. through Web links. In the next months, org/research/default.asp. / you can return to this site to learn more Vol. 35, No. 8 NASW California News www.naswca.org May 2009 9

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New Web site: One Profession, Countless Possibilities New Web Article 50 Ways to Use Your Social Work Degree—See how 50 social workers are making a difference When the Soldier Doesn’t Return: The Needs of American Families of everyday. Visitors can look up current social work salaries using the “salary calculator” or Downed Warriors in Iraq view the five-minute video “On Any Given Day: Social Workers Help.” Visit http://50ways. This article found on the Help Starts Here Web site at www.helpstartshere.org socialworkblog.org/. is written by L.B. (Leslie Beth) Wish, Ed D, MSS. It covers the following topics and much more: Current issues of some American families fear of being “found out”; mental health services; insurance issues; lack of trust in some Welcome to the NASW Store services; feeling ashamed of grieving; negative judgments from the public; Visit this Web site to see the Social Work Month merchandise including posters, apparel, items and stresses of widowhood. To read or download this article, visit www. for the office or desk, drink ware and accessories. Visit www.co-store.com/nasw. helpstartshere.org/Default.aspx?PageID=1123. NASW Code of Ethics Did you know that you can obtain the NASW Code of Ethics in English and Spanish? To view or download, either the English or Spanish version for free, visit www.socialworkers.org/ pubs/code/default.asp.

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dwina T. Leon, the first African- Profession: Social Work Education and he Legal Defense Fund (LDF) was American professor of social work Social Work Practice in Search of Con- established by NASW in 1972. It at California State University, Sacra- gruence” (1976), and; “The Melting provides financial legal assistance E T mento recently passed away. She was 85. Pot Fable: Achieving Effective Social and support for legal cases and issues Edwina Therrell Devore was born Work Practice with Minorities of of concern to NASW members and the in 1924 in New Orleans and earned Color”(1981). She retired from Sacra- social work profession. LDF also sup- a master of social work degree from mento State in 1983. In addition, Mrs. ports educational projects and programs helped legal counsel establish the the University of Chicago in 1947. She Leon also trained Peace Corps volunteers to improve the legal status and knowl- right for licensed clinical social worked at the Philadelphia Child Guid- in Brazil. edge of the social work profession workers practicing in Maryland to ance Clinic, the Ackerman Institute in In 1982, she founded Visions Unlim- To be eligible for financial assistance testify as expert witnesses New York and the Family Therapy Insti- ited Inc. to provide vision care to from LDF, a social worker must do the • Workshops and educational mate- tute in Washington, D.C. low-income families, seniors and people following: rials presented to national and A charter faculty member of the newly of color. She opened mental health and 1. Be a member in good standing of state social work conferences and founded School of Social Work, Sacra- social programs in downtown, Oak Park, NASW; NASW chapters. mento State College in 1964, Mrs. Leon south Sacramento and Galt, and started 2. Have a case that falls within the The work of LDF is financed prin- also started the social work program one of the first volunteer home visiting selection criteria established by the cipally by contributions from NASW at Stanford Home for Children. She programs for the elderly and at the other LDF Board of Trustees; and members through the check-off con- was an accomplished author publishing end of the age spectrum, programs for at 3. Submit a completed application. tained on member dues renewal forms. “An Experience in Training Paraprofes- risk youth. / As a part of its mission, LDF has Consideration of available financial sionals,” (1972); “Gatekeepers of the supported precedent-setting lawsuits resources is one of the criteria estab- and makes available legal resources of lished by the LDF board as a guideline interest to NASW members and social for decision making on applications for workers generally. Some notable items financial assistance. produced with LDF support include: NASW LDF staff is not able to respond CASSW 2009 Conference • A series of 12 law notes on legal to requests for specific legal advice. Requests for funding assistance for legal topics relevant to social workers. he California Association of We will explore creative ways to build issues should be submitted through the • A friend of the court brief that School Social Workers (CASSW) stability and hope for children and youth grant application process. was noted in the Supreme Court’s and the NASW-CA, School through interventions at schools and in opinion in the 1996 landmark For more information or to view legal T Social Work Council will hold the 2009 the community. CEUs will be available. Issues of the month, law notes, etc., case, Jaffee v. Redmond, which Annual Conference, “Safety Harbors: For more information, please contact con- please visit www.socialworkers.org/ldf/ established a federal psychother- Creating Healthy and Resilient Schools ference co-coordinators Kimberly Israel default.asp. E-mail [email protected] apist-patient privilege for social and Communities” on October 23-24, or Debbie Boerbaitz at casswsandiego09 with questions. / workers and their clients. 2009 at the Hilton Harbor Island in San @yahoo.com. / • A friend of the court brief that Diego, CA.

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How Much Persistence is Enough? Social Action Council By Marilyn Montenegro Meeting emember Dianna? She is the men- not made the early-morning trip, social The Good News By Shuli Lotan tally ill former prisoner who lost work staff contacted the DMH navigator In order to implement a policy that will Raccess to mental health services (who said Dianna didn’t need a naviga- better serve clients and service provid- he Social Action Social Justice from the parolee outpatient clinic (POC) tor), called the 800 number and provided ers, the California chapter of the NASW Council will hold its annual open when her parole ended last November. an extensive treatment history and a list agreed to act as a “broker” to assist the Tmeeting at the California NASW Her POC psychiatrist told her she could of medications. (They said they couldn’t state departments of Mental Health and Annual Conference and Job Fair. We get services through the Los Angeles make an appointment for her, but would Corrections to develop a memo of under- warmly welcome conference participants County Department of Mental Health by fax the information to the appropriate standing facilitating the transfer of people and all other concerned social work pro- appearing at a DMH office before 7:30 office.) In late January, Dianna completed with mental illness who complete parole. fessionals to join us! Learn about social a.m. on one of the days walk-in clients the walk-in procedure and received a The chapter made initial contact with the justice initiatives in our state and lend are accepted. March appointment. She was advised to directors of both agencies in April. your voice to ours. We want your input go to another DMH facility for “emer- The Women’s Council considers ethical, and participation. The Bad News gency” medication. service delivery and social justice issues at WHEN: May 15th (Friday), 7:30 As of April, Dianna was still not fully In March, she saw a case manager bi-monthly meetings and develops strate- p.m. to 9:00 p.m. enrolled as a DMH client. Hindered by who could not prescribe medication. gies to address them. The next meeting will WHERE: Santa Clara Marriott (pre- mental and physical illness and the effects Her appointment to see a psychiatrist is be May 16, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. For location cise location TBA) of Seroquel, it was difficult for her to get in May. Hence, repeated visits, to obtain or further information, call (800) 538- Visit our Web site (a work in progress) to the clinic by 7:30 a.m. small amounts of “emergency” medica- 2565, ext. 57 or e-mail womenscouncil@ at www.socialactioncouncil.org/sasj/ We hope to post further details regarding When January came and she still had tion, have been necessary. sbcglobal.net. / the meeting as they become available. /

ARC Statewide Council Cancer Foundation Hires By Joni Diamond, LCSW

he American Red Cross Coun- and expert-at-large for the California First Social Worker cil invites everyone to the Disaster Mental Health Coalition. This By Phyllis Tell TNASW-CA annual conference, workshop is designed to introduce the “Coming Together: Powering Up for participant to key concepts of emergency he Tower Cancer Research Foun- apy appointments. Others requested Global Change” for our in-person meeting behavioral health and offer guidelines dation (TCRF), a non-profit information for advance health care on May 15 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for working in large group settings. It cancer research organization directives, while an uninsured cancer at the Santa Clara Marriott. Come hear T will give participants an opportunity to located in Beverly Hills, has hired Phyl- patient asked about where to find free from members involved with the Red Cross identify and practice strategies used to lis Tell as its first social worker. cancer treatment. Also, cancer spe- and learn how to get involved. There is no support and promote survivors’ recovery With a mission to provide innovative cific support groups were requested by charge to attend council meetings. in the immediate aftermath of commu- research for more effective treatments breast cancer patients, caregivers and The ARC Council is proud to co-spon- nity-wide disasters. of cancer and blood disorders, com- cancer survivors. sor our annual workshop at the state For further details, contact co-chairs munity education and caring patient This free community service was conference on May 16. Hear the latest Vicky Powell, LCSW, MPA, at jvpow- support, TCRF realized it needed a established in memory of Ronnie Lip- interventions on “Adult Psychological [email protected] or (408) 205-2979 or highly trained social worker possessing pin, who passed away in December First Aid: 30 Days Following a Disas- Joni Diamond, LCSW, at jonidiamond@ the requisite skills and knowledge. 2006 from a rare form of breast can- ter” by Bruce Young, LCSW, trainer verizon.net at (818) 832-9941. / Tell will develop, implement and cer. Initial funding for this project was manage the Ronnie Lippin Cancer Infor- provided by the generous philanthropic mation and Resource Line (RLCIRL), donations to TCRF by Ronnie Lippin’s a unique outreach project for cancer family, friends and colleagues. California’s Need for patients, their families and friends. The foundation can provide refer- RLCIRL is the first public service pro- rals for the most current cancer-related Professional Interpreters gram of its kind in Los Angeles County. information and resources to help cope All telephone and Web site inquiries with the challenges and complexities of By Cathy Engel-Marder, LCSW are handled immediately or within a cancer diagnosis through all aspects the next business day and involve the of the cancer experience. As well, can- t was a simple mistake, not much Ironically, there is one population entire spectrum of cancer issues. Some cer patients can receive help navigating different from interpreting errors in California that consistently receives examples of inquiries include a family the health care system in order to make Imade in hospitals and social service quality linguistic support. The state member of a cancer patient on hospice educated decisions about the informa- agencies dozens of times a day. And, in constitution mandates that “[a] per- calling to request information concern- tion and resources available. For more its simplicity, the error was doubly chill- son unable to understand English, who ing free cremation services. Another information, visit www.LACancerinfo. ing. A paramedic’s mistranslation of the is charged with a crime, has a right to cancer patient inquired about free org or call (877) RLC-2120./ Spanish word intoxicado (which means an interpreter” (Cal. Const., art. I,§14). transportation services to chemother- “poisoned,” not “drunk”) left a man What’s more, not just any interpreter paralyzed and a Florida hospital saddled will do. The state Judicial Council spon- with a $71-million malpractice judg- sors a rigorous testing and certification ment. program for the 13 languages, including As this tragic incident shows, cross- American Sign Language, that crop up language communication is a delicate most frequently in criminal courtrooms. issue, one with consequences—too costly What can we do to ensure that the rest to ignore. Yet in human service settings, of our clients—those struggling honestly interpretation (an oral intervention) with life’s issues—receive similarly effec- and translation (its written counterpart) tive service? Step one is admitting that are routinely handed to any available a substantial problem exists. From there, speaker of the target language. There are the rest will flow—the research, the no guidelines for the interpreter regard- discussion of intervention needs, imple- ing confidentiality or ethics. There is mentation barriers and cost-effective no testing of skills or knowledge, no solutions and, ultimately, the movement attempt to regulate the quality of service toward quality language intervention for provided. those who seek our support. There are the schoolteachers who tell In Florida, a patient, a hospital and me of communicating through students a paramedic learned the steep cost of a with the families of other students; the simple interpreter error. Let’s not repeat forms I’ve seen translated into Spanish, the lesson in California. / peppered with confusing misspellings and awkward grammar; the Section 8 Cathy Engel-Marder, LCSW, spent 20 case worker explaining that over a three- years as a criminal court interpreter in week period she could not return my Los Angeles County. She can be reached client’s calls because “the Spanish speak- at [email protected]. ers around here were too busy to help.” Vol. 35, No. 8 NASW California News www.naswca.org May 2009 15

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REGION A REGION A continued San Francisco, Marin, Sonoma, Mendocino, practitioners affect policy. As an MSW student, Lake, Humboldt, Del Norte I learned advocacy can be an important role— one that creates positive change in the lives of CONTACTS our clients and communities. As an advocate, a Director social worker can support policies that improve Barrett Johnson, LCSW social conditions and promote the well-being of [email protected] our clients. Although the voice of a single social Mendocino Unit Contact worker is important, the voices of approximately Nancy Nanna 1,000 social workers echoed throughout the (707) 468-9452 State Capitol during Lobby Days demonstrating San Francisco Unit Chair our joined commitment to advocate for change Heather Leu and social justice. [email protected] Sonoma Unit Chair REGION B Mary Ann Swanson San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, (707) 762-3118 Monterey, San Benito, San Luis Obispo [email protected] Student Representatives CONTACTS San Francisco State University Director Michele Paolella Cyndy Thomas, MSW, LCSW [email protected] (408) 279-2471, (408) 885-5513 Humboldt State [email protected] Kim Hall [email protected] or Alternate Director [email protected] Marvin Gross [email protected] Central Coast Unit Sonoma Unit Suzanne Battaglia, MSW, LCSW, PsyD By Mary Ann Swanson (831) 755-8155 The Sonoma unit enjoyed a wonderful pre- Laura Vroman REGION B continued sentation by Dr. Gary Bravo, medical director [email protected] REGION D peaceful, nurturing, educated, and substance- for the Sonoma County Mental Health Division, San Jose Unit Central Valley: Chico, Kern, Fresno, Merced, dependent free: a world for all members of our concerning the interaction of law enforcement Glenn Thomas, LCSW, BCD Sacramento, San Joaquin, Stanislaus human family and not just a privileged few. We, and the mentally ill. Thanks to everyone who [email protected] Sierra Foothills: Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, as social workers, truly embody the ideals that attended our Social Work Month meeting, which (408) 813-1153 Mariposa, Tuolumne all men and women are equal and deserving of included students, employees, members and San Luis Obispo Unit respect. We believe that everyone deserves a CONTACTS managers who work within our Sonoma County Ly-Lan M.V. Lofgren, MSW, LCSW chance to earn their respect back or to get the systems. All are welcome to attend the Sonoma [email protected] Regional Director respect they have never had. We help open the unit meetings. Christina Wong, LCSW San Mateo Unit door, give the break and provide the opportunity Please mark your calendars and plan to attend [email protected] Suzanne Lasseigne for human growth and development. Go social the next meeting on Wednesday, May 13, from Alternate Director North [email protected] workers! 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at Sonoma County Heather Claibourn, MSW Thanks to SJSU social work department, Family Youth and Children’s Services at 1747 [email protected] especially Alberta Jimenez and Alice Hines. And Copperhill Parkway in Santa Rosa. The topic is to the SJSU student rep Elana Wu for giving a Alternate Director South “A Panel on Adoption Services.” Please RSVP to presentation on Lobby Days, Annette Ladowitz, Kathy Sniffen, MSW Mary Ann Swanson at emswanson@comcast. San Jose Unit LCSW for presenting her work in Guatemala, and [email protected] net By Glenn Thomas LCSW, San Jose Unit Chair to everyone who helped pull this event together. Financial Chair We welcome Keri Harris, a student in the Jim Beal, Jr. was honored at the March NASW Our next meeting with be at SJSU in May. Lora Open Long Beach MSW part-time program at Sonoma San Jose unit’s meeting for the 2008-2009 Pierce from the NASW-CA chapter will be pre- State. Region A has made a good investment in “Stand up for Others” award at San Jose State Chico Unit Chair senting a “Get that Social Work Job!” workshop. helping to fund attendance at Lobby Days for University on March 18. He has championed Open For more information, visit http://health.groups. these upcoming professionals. The energy and many causes close to social work and has a Secretary-Treasurer yahoo.com/group/naswca_san_jose/ for the enthusiasm they exhibit is truly inspiring! 100-percent voting record for NASW CalPACE- Susan Reid time and date. Region A still needs someone to serve as our identified bills. [email protected] representative on the Committee for Nomina- Jim Beall, Jr. truly stands up for others. He Fresno Unit Chair tions and Leadership Identification, CNLI. Please was elected to the Assembly in November of Anthony Yrigollen e-mail Mary Ann if you can help with this duty. 2006 with 64 percent of the vote. His dedication [email protected] to improving the lives of our children, families Kern Unit Co-chair and seniors has led him to fight for better health Evelyn Eterno The Sonoma State Cohort at Lobby Days care and the efficient delivery of social services. [email protected] These goals are reflected in his legislation and By Keri Harris Northern Gateway I must admit that policy hasn’t been my favor- committee assignments. As chair of the Com- mittee on Human Services since 2007, he has Tom Wright ite area of study in my current MSW program. I California State Assemblyman Jim Beall, Jr. accepts [email protected] often viewed policy as the “boring” part of social focused on bolstering the safety net for our the San Jose Unit “Stand Up For Others” 2008-2009 award. From left to right: Glenn Thomas LCSW unit Sierra Foothills Chair work. My opinion and perception quickly trans- elderly, poor and people with physical and devel- chair; Assemblyman Jim Beall, Jr.; previous “Stand Up Chris Bitonti formed during my experience at this year’s NASW opmental disabilities, and combating hunger. For Others” award winner Annette Ladowitz, LCSW; and Cyndy Thomas LCSW, California Chapter Region [email protected] Lobby Days. Ten MSW students from my CSULB San Jose unit also honored Amy D’Andrade, B Director. Sonoma State Cohort traveled to Sacramento MSW, PhD, assistant professor, School of Social Stanislaus Chair to participate in the 2009 NASW Lobby Days. Work, San Jose State University, as NASW San Anne Danhoff Empowered social workers across California Jose unit Social Worker of the Year for 2008- REGION C [email protected] Alameda, Contra Costa, Napa, Solano came together to advocate for change at a policy 2009. Amy’s work and support of students level. Social workers from different backgrounds, over the past year for Lobby Days and her work CONTACTS geographical locations, education and areas of over the years as a fierce supporter for foster Chico Unit interests were equally inspired to educate and youth research was also honored at the awards Director By Christina Wong, LCSW, Region D Director lobby legislators on key issues affecting social presentation at SJSU. Amy embodies the spirit William (Rick) Collins Social Work Month was a huge success! The work professionals and our clients. of academic social work that is so important to [email protected] Chico unit raised a total of $919.19 and more During my experience at Lobby Days, I realized our profession and often overlooked. The tire- Alternate Director than 200 pounds of food and toiletry items for that the action of the legislature often affects less commitment to students and research that Christa Countee, MSW the Catholic Ladies Relief Society. The cash the practice of social work and the clients’ supports those working in the field and provides [email protected] donation is triple the amount raised last year. It social workers serve. Policy affects practice and the evidence for social policy is one of the many is all due to your support and efforts. On behalf faces of social work. We are very proud of Amy’s of CLRS, I extend a heartfelt thanks to all of you contribution to the profession of social work and who helped staff the NASW information booth her dedication to help others. and made donations. NASW allows social workers a platform to We also recognized Dawn Rollins, LCSW, as honor those who represent the best of our com- Region D Social Worker of the Year, and Mike munity. We can recognize other’s efforts to help Little, executive director of Club Stairways, as and protect those of our society that are mar- the nominee for the NASW-CA Public Citizen ginalized and unrepresented. We are their voice. Award. The participants in the social work cel- We lend a hand to lift up others so that they, too, ebration dinner shared an evening of joy, honor, MSW students from Sonoma State traveled to information and inspiration. Thanks to Mariko Sacramento to participate in the 2009 NASW Lobby are standing with all of us to make this world Days Yamada, California Assembly member District 8; Vol. 35, No. 8 NASW California News www.naswca.org May 2009 17

REGION D continued REGION F continued REGION G REGION G continued Region F Director’s Report San Fernando Valley, Ventura County, Antelope San Fernando Valley Janlee Wong, NASW executive director; Vincent Valley, Santa Barbara County Ornales, Patty Hunter, and Heather Claibourn By Brent Barcellona, MSW By Judy Alexandre, Regional Director who spoke at the dinner. Greetings Region F. It is my pleasure to March was a wonderful month. The San Fer- CONTACTS It is due to all of your efforts to help implement announce that the Social Work Reinvestment Act nando Valley did a great job of recognizing those the purpose of social work, and create more pos- (HR 795/S.686) has been reintroduced. Please Director who support the mission of social work. Thank sibilities to serve our community. Thank you! take time to speak out on behalf of the impor- Judy Alexandre, MSW, LCSW, BCD, PhD you Joni and crew. Santa Barbara and Ventura tance of the social work profession and its contri- [email protected] also held very supportive events to promote bution to individuals, families, communities and Alternate Director North social work and to highlight those who work so REGION E policy. You can contact members of Congress or Mavis Laughlin, LCSW diligently in the field. San Diego, Imperial your local representative to Congress and have [email protected] As the school and professional year begin to your voice heard regarding the sanctity of social (805) 208-0560 wind down, it is a great time to consider going CONTACTS work and the need to have tax dollars put into our Alternate Director South to the annual Conference and Job Fair on May Director professional endeavors. For more information on Nancy Avanecy, MSW, ACSW, PPSC 15-16 in Santa Clara and the annual leadership Jen Henry, MSW the Social Work Reinvestment Act, please visit [email protected] conference/retreat in June. Support from your local unit is available for the latter. Also check out [email protected] www.socialworkers.org or www.socialworkrein- Santa Barbara Unit the updated Web site for additional information. Alternate Director vestment.org/. Debbie Allen, LCSW Edward C. Pierce, MSW, LCSW I would like to take a moment to recognize Julie (805) 569-6277, ext. 103 [email protected] Griffin from the Inland Empire unit and Cameron [email protected] Galford from the Palm Springs/Desert Cities unit REGION H San Fernando Valley Unit West Los Angeles and Beach Cities for their outstanding leadership in ensuring local Rina Levi Shroyer, LCSW meetings, special social work events and CEU Region E Report (818) 366-6950 CONTACTS By Jen Henry opportunities. I also want to thank the Dr. Rose- Santa Clarita Valley Unit Director I can’t think of a better way to show support mary McCaslin, Glenda Gordan, Edward Davila Carole Lutness, LCSW Julie Taren, MA, MSW for fellow social workers than the turnout we had from the Inland Empire unit and John Forand and [email protected] [email protected] for our March Social Work Month awards night. Tina Bartlett from the Palm Springs/Desert Cities Five amazing people were recognized on March unit for their contributions in assisting the unit Ventura County Unit Alternate Director 26 at the Handlery Hotel in Mission Valley. More chairs. Mavis Laughlin, LCSW Jené Moio, MSW, Ph.D than 130 people showed up to support Angie For the Palm Springs/Desert Cities unit, there (805) 208-0590 [email protected] and Jim Ward, creators of Inner City Youth, Public is a call for leadership opportunities, and I want Regional Financial Chair Citizens of the Year; Barbara Wohlander, LCSW, your help in keeping the spirit of NASW and W. Toby Hur, MSW Clinical Social Worker of the Year; social work strong. The position for unit chair San Fernando Valley Unit [email protected] Mike Eichler, MSW, executive director of the will be open and I certainly want to highlight By Joni Diamond, LCSW UCLA Student Liaison Consensus Organizing Center, Social Worker of the how your current unit leadership—Cameron, On March 27, the SFVLU proudly presented Cindy Islas Year; and John Wedemeyer, Jr., Lifetime Achieve- John and Tina—has worked collaboratively to the following awardees at the Odyssey Restau- [email protected] make the unit strong. If you have any questions, rant in Granada Hills: Social Worker of the Year ment in Social Work. Presenters included Pastor Student Director, South please feel free to contact myself or the unit’s – Beth Halaas, MSW, director of field education, Cooper, Ros Goldstein, Jeanette Neeley and Dr. Tom Brooke Sprowl leadership. CSUN; Public Citizen of the Year – Antonio, Vil- Packard. Some of the feedback we received from [email protected] the event was, “It was inspiring,” “The meal was laraigosa Mayor of Los Angeles (representative delicious,” and “the program was great.” Antonio Sanchez, E. Valley Area director); Life- time Achiever – Vimla Singh, LCSW, retired; and We would like to thank all of those for coming Inland Empire Unit Region H Report By Julie Griffin, MSW Student of the Year – Paula Boutte, BA, sociology, out and celebrating Social Work Month. Please By Jené Moio, MSW, PhD, Alternate Director Exciting things are happening in the Inland MSW candidate, CSUN. continue to find purpose in what you do and cre- Region H recently co-sponsored the UCLA Empire. Our annual Social Work Month awards The ballroom was sold out as social workers, ate possibility wherever you go. Social Welfare Latina/o Caucus’ seventh annual celebration honored Theresa Morris, PhD, pro- family and friends joined together to celebrate Our June NASW board meeting and leader- “Social Services in the Latino Community,” a fessor and director of the School of Social Work well-earned awardees. Everyone took pleasure ship retreat in San Diego is coming up. We free day of lunch, CEUs and workshops on the at California State University San Bernardino as in the seafood buffet, followed by a workshop on are planning events that could include local UCLA campus on April 18. This well-attended, Social Worker of the Year; Kent Paxton, City of “The Past and Future of Social Services in Los members. If interested in participating, please annual spring event brought together students, San Bernardino Director of Community Safety Angeles,” by Marvin Southard, DSW, director of contact Jen Henry at [email protected]. professionals and experts in the field to explore & Violence Prevention as 2009 Public Citizen of Los Angeles County Mental Health and former issues and interventions specific to Latino com- the Year; and Glenda Gordon, MSW candidate as NASW-CA Social Worker of the Year. munities. Social Work Student of the Year. Each awardee Dr. Southard spoke about the various trends Join Region H’s Google Group to receive notice shared poignant testimony to the power of one’s that included the treatment changes of needing of this and other workshops throughout the year. life experiences in shaping their passion for social to do community outreach in the 1980s; the Events are dedicated not only to individual pro- work. The Inland Empire unit has had a grow- economic downturn in the early 1990s, where fessional development, but to building a strong, ing presence on local university campuses and the state gave responsibilities to the counties, regional grassroots social work community. Join among professionals in the community providing resulting in taking the clients to Sacramento and Region H today at http://groups.google/group/ speakers and assisting with local professional the LA County Board of Supervisors to lobby; regionhnasw. development fairs. Please join us at a monthly 1993 was the development of managed care Jen Henry presents an award to Angie and Jim Ward, creators of Inner City Youth. unit meeting held at 6:00 p.m. the first Monday and removal of people from state hospitals; of each month at the Redlands IHOP at 1630 entitlement behavior where Medi-Cal paid for Student Chapter Report Industrial Park Ave. in Redlands. Contact unit mental health services along with a match from By Cindy Islas, Student Liaison REGION F chair Julie Griffin, MSW, at (909) 238-8795 or Medicaid federal funds; 2004 was the Mental The UCLA NASW student chapter is very proud San Bernardino/Riverside, Orange County, e-mail [email protected] to join our local Health Services Act (Prop 63), which required to have had a record number of 53 participating Palm Desert networking listserve group. a 1-percent tax on the second million dollars at Legislative Lobby Days, the most in UCLA his- of annual income, with proceeds going to new tory. UCLA also had the honor of having the most CONTACTS mental health programs; existence of CalSWEK; NASW student members (91 percent). Thanks Director development and approval of the Community Palm Springs/Desert Cities Unit to Region H, the UCLA Department of Social Brent Barcellona, MSW, ACSW Services Plan and Prevention and Early Interven- By Tina Bartlett, LCSW Welfare, Dean of School of Public Affairs, and (949) 939-7153 If you would like more information on our tion Plan; and, the current stimulus package the extraordinary efforts of students and faculty [email protected] unit, please contact unit chair Cameron Gal- resulting in $30 million for Los Angeles County. advisors, we raised $8,500 to accommodate all ford, MSW, at (760) 898-4132 or e-mail This economic plan suffices through the fiscal Alternate Directors students with transportation and lodging. Legis- her at [email protected]. If year ending in 2011, yet raises serious concerns Rosemary McCaslin, PhD, ACSW lative Lobby Days is an invaluable contribution to you would like to receive e-mail notices for funding and services beyond this time period. [email protected] social work education and students are inspired regarding our unit, please e-mail Vice Chair Susan Rajlal, Department of Mental Health, (909) 537-5507 and already interested in organizing next year’s John Forand, MSW, at [email protected]. Legislative Analyst, interspersed and added leg- trip! Esteban Juarez, MSW islative history. Carole Lutness, LCSW, hired by [email protected] the Psychiatric Social Workers union, AFSCME (949) 764-5947 2712, and former candidate for the 38th Assem- REGION I Palm Springs Unit Chair bly District, spoke about No on Prop 1E, which San Gabriel Valley, East LA, and South Bay Cameron Galford, MSW changes Prop 63. Contact [email protected] – Long Beach [email protected] for further details. (760) 898-4132 SFVLU welcomes all social workers to get CONTACTS Inland Empire Unit Chair involved with our dynamic group by contacting Director Julie Griffin, MSW Rina Shroyer, LCSW, SFVLU, chair at (818) 366- Barbara Andrade DuBransky, MSW [email protected] 6950 or Joni Diamond, LCSW, SFVLU advisor at [email protected] (909) 238-8795 [email protected]. Long Beach/South Unit Chair Orange County Unit Chair Paul Thomas McDonough Esteban Juarez, MSW Photo to the left: [email protected] [email protected] Left to right: SFVLU awardees Antonio Sanchez (949) 764-5947 for Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa; Paula Boutte, MSW candidate; Vimla Singh, LCSW; and Beth Halaas, MSW. 18 May 2009 Vol. 35, No. 8 NASW California News www.naswca.org

How a Home Office May Work For You By Jim Shinn

read the article in the March issue, I have been licensed for more than 20 tion to your schedule. Less disruptions When I was in graduate school, I saw entitled “The Social Worker and the years and have seen a few good clini- enable you to have more family time. a therapist in a home office and found I Home Office” with great interest. cians leave private practice during this I have had the homegrown office for it to be a positive experience. In the Having had both the traditional office in time. I believe that if they had a home approximately eight years and con- research process, I also interviewed the professional building and the home office, they might still be practicing. The ducted evaluative research with more an LCSW who had been seeing clients office, I wanted to share my experience, homegrown model works for several than 80 clients. for two decades in a home office and information and research. At present, I reasons: there is no overhead, so there I asked questions pertaining to she was very pleased with this family- work in a rural community where there is less financial pressure, and you get a comfort, feelings of privacy and con- friendly model. has been a consistent shortage of good tax break for a home office. Since there fidentiality, my dogs, the smell of the It has worked for me and it could outpatient services. I believe the “home- is less financial pressure, it is easier to house and any other things that might work for you. If you have any ques- grown private practice” is a model that be flexible on fees. bother a client. The results were very tions, please contact me at shinnjc@ meets the needs of both the clinician There is also no commute. When you positive—even from clients who had sbcglobal.net. / and client in many ways. have a no show, there is less disrup- previously been seen in a private office.

California The Hall of Distinction recognizes social workers who have made extraordinary Social Work contributions to the development and practice Hall of Distinction of the social work profession in California. This year, the following outstanding social work leaders Saturday, May 16, 2009 will be inducted into the Hall of Distinction: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Manuel F. Fimbres Jeff Jue Ben J. Kelley Invitation to the Percy H. Steele Jr. Kunitake Morgan Yamanaka Reception & Santa Clara Marriott ~ Grand Ballroom AB 2700 Mission College Boulevard, Santa Clara, CA 95054 Induction Ceremony Please RSVP as soon as possible. f Call Katie Mochalski at (213) 743-1786 or e-mail [email protected]. Vol. 35, No. 8 NASW California News www.naswca.org May 2009 19

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Required Pre-license Classes Child Abuse Assessment and Reporting (7 hr) Human Sexuality (10 hr) Spousal/Partner Abuse, Detection, Assessment and Intervention (15 hr/2 day) Substance Dependency (15 hr/2 day) Aging and Long-term Care: Identifying Concerns and Critical Issues (10 hr/1½ days) LCSW Exam Preparation Workshop Orientation to California’s LCSW Exams (7 hr) Required Clinical Supervision Classes Clinical Supervision (15 hr/2 day) Supervision: Law and Ethics Issues (6 hr) Mandated License Renewal Classes Aging & Long-term Care (3 hr) Advanced Applications of CA Law and Ethics (6 hr) Supervision: Law and Ethics Issues (6 hr) Spousal/Partner Abuse, Detection, Assessment and Intervention (15 hr/2 day) Elective Workshops for Professional Development or Continuing Education Aging Aging and Long-term Care: Identifying Concerns and Critical Issues (10 hr/1½ days) Aging and Long-term Care (3 hr) Autism Living Life on the Autism Spectrum: A Social Work Model Children, Adolescents and Families Solution Focused Therapy for Children, Adolescents and Families (3 hr) Coloring Outside the Lines: Revisiting Play Therapy (3 hr) Children and Teens: Assessing Violent and Non-violent Behaviors (3 hr) Games, Manipulations, and Seductions in Counseling Teens (3 hr) Infant-Parent Mental Health: Developments in the Field (3 hr) Cultural Competency Cultural Responsiveness: Tools for Understanding Each Family’s Unique Culture (3 hr) Disaster Mental Health Adult Psychological First Aid: 30 days Following a Disaster (3 hr) Grief New Theory in Practice for Working with People Living with Grief (3 hr) Mental Health Adults The Utilization of Motivational Interviewing (3 hr) Integration of Spirituality in the Recovery Process (3 hr) Preventing Burnout: A Time for Introspection, Examination and Renewal (3 hr) Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Building Success with Family Partnership Programs under MHSA (3 hr) Psychopharmacology Psychopharmacology of Anxiety and Depression (6 hr) Substance Abuse Working with Adults with Co-Occurring Disorders (3 hr) Supervision Supervision: Law and Ethics Issues (6 hr) Veterans Helping Veterans from the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars Cope with Combat Stress Reactions (3 hr) Friday Evening, May 15 Events Networking Reception A social reception will take place in the Exhibit Hall from 4:30-6:00pm and is open to all at no-cost. CalPACE Reception The CalPACE reception will take place Poolside at the Marriott from 6:00-7:30pm and is open to all with an entrance fee. NASW-CA Council Meetings Several councils will hold meetings from 7:30-9:00pm and are open to all at no-cost.

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