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and personal level have been staggering. in special issues of our newspaper. SWUR knowledge the difficulties we are experi- EXECUTIVE We have borne witness to the constant ex- has hosted Community Conversations and encing, the hard work you are engaged in, DIRECTOR’S amples and soul-crushing drumbeat of ra- special trainings on racism to help us un- and encouragement to take care of yourself cial oppression and white supremacy that derstand the issues and explore our biases. through it all. REPORT is resulting in death, ill health, and trau- Our branch reps have sponsored confer- This is what our chapter is about- sup- ma for many. But this blight on our soci- ences and “Table-Talk” presentations on porting you as you carry out your impor- By Daphne McClellan, ety has been with us for generations, not these topics as well; most recently focusing tant work, supporting your professional Ph.D., MSW just a year. on informing us about updates on COV- development, and working toward social At our chapter’s leadership retreat in Au- ID-19 and vaccines. During the recent ses- justice. Never forget that we are a volun- gust, we decided to focus our attention this sion of the MD General Assembly, we sup- teer organization- please join us as we con- program year on COVID 19 and anti-rac- ported legislation to carry out these goals tinue to strive toward being the best chap- It has been over a year since our world ism. The chapter has carried out that man- in the policy arena. Our weekly ENews is ter we can be. Consider running for one of was turned upside down by COVID 19. date in a number of ways: we focused on devoted to keeping us together through all the chapter leadership positions which are The lives lost and debilitating effects on those themes at our Clinical/Macro con- of this as a community of social workers described on page 7, all it takes is YOU! our health and psyches at both a societal ference and numerous workshops as well as and members of NASW. We also try to ac- Meet The Behavioral Health Challenges of the Elder Boom

By Michael B. Friedman, Chair, in the United States. The Brain and Behavioral Health So, I will say again, the mental health of Advocacy Team of AARP Maryland older adults should be a matter of major so- cial concern, especially for ecently, AARP Maryland es- • People with long histories of mental tablished an advocacy group and/or substance use disorders focusing on brain and behav- • Socially isolated older adults ioral health. In part we did so • Victims of economic hardship becauseR of the clear psychological fallout of • People of color, who will become a the pandemic. But we also did so because much larger portion of the population of significant unmet behavioral health in the coming years and currently suffer needs of older adults that existed prior to from health disparities the pandemic and that will exist after. Here • Older veterans, who are at high risk for I focus on post-pandemic needs. dementia, depression, post-traumatic To meet these needs, AARP of Mary- stress disorder, substance use disorders, land, with support from the NASW Mary- and suicide land and other organizations, has called on • Victims of elder abuse the state to develop a data-driven, mul- • Family caregivers. tiyear plan to meet the behavioral Sadly, most older people with cognitive health challenges of the elder boom. and/or behavioral disorders do not get ad- As the elder boom, which began a de- equate care and treatment. cade ago, gathers force the population of • There is an inadequate continuum of be- older adults will double as will the popula- havioral health services tion of older adults with cognitive and be- • Co-occurring physical, cognitive, psy- • Living with chronic illnesses and • There is inadequate integration of be- havioral health conditions. chiatric and substance use disorders pain havioral health and aging services This should be a matter of major con- • Disturbing emotional reactions to cat- • The increasing possibility of depen- • There are too few clinically, culturally, cern. About 25% of people 65 and over astrophic events, such as the pandemic dency and geriatrically competent health and have diagnosable cognitive and/or be- and economic insecurity and to the rev- • The inevitability of death. behavioral health professionals and para- havioral disorders. Even more experience elation of societal fault lines such as sys- These conditions result in substantial professionals. emotional challenges that have significant temic racism and health disparities human suffering. In addition, they are ma- • There is over-reliance on primary health negative impact on quality and length of • Difficult developmental challenges of jor contributors to premature disability and care providers without adequate exper- life. Troubling conditions include: old age including: death. tise. • Dementia, • Retirement and other role changes In part this is reflects the high rate of sui- • And, even though the vast majority of • Psychiatric disorders such as psychosis, • Decreasing social connections and cide among older adults. In larger part, it older adults with cognitive and/or be- depression, and anxiety disorders increasing social isolation reflects the negative consequences of co- havioral disorders live in the communi- • Substance misuse, particularly overuse • Dealing with grief occurring disorders, which are a major of alcohol and of medications • Declining physical health driver of the very high costs of health care ELDER BOOM Cont. on page 6

SECRETARY EASTERN SHORE- BRANCH NASW-MD Katie Green Kate Kent David Levert OFFICE STAFF SOUTHERN MD BRANCH DAPHNE McCLELLAN Delia Contreras Meadows METRO BALTIMORE BRANCH Executive Director Jennifer Novak Mercedes Hightower Sharlene Allen-Milton, PhD JENNI WILLIAMS NASW-MD BOARD OF Director of Communications WESTERN MD BRANCH DIRECTORS NEW PROFESSIONAL REP. and Continuing Education, John Kenney Philip Pratt and editor, LOG ON. PRESIDENT Elisabeth McCall Martin Maryland Social Worker Barbie Johnson- Lewis GRADUATE STUDENT REP. SUBURBAN MD BRITTANY DUKE Erica Mollet VICE-PRESIDENT Membership Coordinator LEARN MORE. Lovannia Dofat-Avent Kate Shepard Shannon Jordan, PhD UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT REP JENNIFER YOSHIKAWA OPEN Office Administrator NASW-MD.ORG SPRING EDITION | 2021 The Maryland Social Worker Page 3 Interested in becoming involved with Maryland legislation?

By Judith Schagrin,LCSW-C Chair between sessions we are proactive. Now have a particular interest, or who simply and other barriers. But from personal ex- NASW-MD Legislative Committee that the session is over, we will be meet- want to get involved however they can, perience, I know it can also be incredibly ing monthly to discuss ideas for legislation, even to simply observe and learn about the rewarding to know that you’ve been able oin NASW’s Legislative Committee, engaging with our lobbyist to plan our ad- legislative process. For one new member to make a difference. an active group of social workers who vocacy efforts, meeting with legislators and this year – an MSW student – a personal We are just about to begin our off-ses- meet weekly during Maryland’s Gen- more. experience motivated his interest in a piece sion planning and already have some in- J eral Assembly session to review legis- The Legislative Committee is comprised of Maryland legislation. He brought that triguing ideas and we’d love to know lation and develop engagement strategies of representatives from practice commit- experience to the testimony he wrote in yours. MD-NASW is a membership driv- with support from our capable Public Pol- tees interested in, and able to, actively en- support of a bill to make sure no one else en organization; without your knowledge, icy Partners lobbyist. Our advocacy takes gage in the legislative process. Practice had to suffer the same trauma that he did. expertise, flexibility, commitment, and the form of writing testimony, testifying at committees use members’ expertise to re- This particular bill failed but I’m hopeful diligent work, we can’t have a Legislative hearings, meeting with legislators, propos- view and select priorities, and commit to a he’ll be back next year to take it on once Committee. Please consider joining us – ing amendments, and more. We also repre- strategy for advocacy. Members also repre- again. no experience necessary!!! sent NASW on issue relevant community sent NASW on Maryland coalitions with It’s true…legislative advocacy can be Questions? Feel free to email me: coalitions to collaborate and amplify our a similar mission, enabling NASW to sign time-consuming, stressful, and frustrat- [email protected]. voice. on to support, oppose, or modify legisla- ing, requiring patience and endurance over Although during the legislative session tion in collaboration with others. time, flexibility, and a willingness to slog we are typically reacting to legislation, We also welcome individuals who may through what can be nonsensical politics

■ LEGISLATIVE from page 1 were supported by the Chapter’s various practice committees. NASW’s process al- lows and encourages its practice commit- telehealth through 2023; HB 811/SB 597, tees to review proposed legislation and take which lowers the number of supervision action either in the form of written testi- hours for a LCSW-C applicant from 144 mony, oral testimony at a hearing, or sign- to 100 and postpones the requirement for ing on to letters in support of or opposition all licensees to undergo a criminal back- to bills. ground check to the 2023/2024 license re- Along with other members of the Chil- newal; and SB 41, which allows health care dren’s Behavioral Health Coalition, NASW practitioners to provide mental health ser- crafted budget language to require a re- vices to minors 12 and older without pa- view of voluntary placements that will in- rental consent (the current age of consent clude stakeholders and contributed to a bill for mental health services is 16). After re- strengthening a report of children’s behav- ceiving the governor’s signature, these bills st ioral health services use statewide. We clar- will all take effect on October 1 . ified in budget language the requirement NASW supported multiple bills that that the Department of Human Services addressed racial injustice. HB 670, The must complete a workload study consistent Maryland Police Accountability Act of with Child Welfare League recommenda- 2021 passed, was vetoed by the Governor tions to be in compliance with Maryland and then was secured by a veto override in law. the General Assembly. This bill repeals the A new Immigration Committee was Law Enforcement Officers’ Bill of Rights; launched when an NASW member asked prohibits a police officer from preventing a the Chapter to join a coalition in support citizen from recording the officer’s actions of a package of immigration laws and two if the citizen is otherwise acting lawful- Legislative Committee members eagerly ly and safely; requires the Police Training volunteered. They drafted testimony in and Standards Commission to take cer- support of bills addressing how law en- tain actions in response to violations of a forcement can and cannot collaborate with certain Use of Force Statute; and requires federal authorities with regard to immigra- each county to have a police accountability tion status. board, in addition to other provisions. SB The Aging Committee continues to rep- 178/HB 120: Anton’s Law passed — it will resent NASW with the Maryland Senior make investigations into police misconduct Citizens Action Network, on budget and Full recovery. transparent. HB 309/SB 565 passed, re- legislative proposals that improve and ex- quiring the health licensing boards to col- pand long-term care and other support ser- lect race and ethnicity information from vices for older adults. The Social Workers applicants. This information can then be Full life. in Schools Committee weighed in on sev- used to build a more diverse health care eral issues to address behavioral health ser- workforce. HB 28/SB will require all li- At Ashley, we use every innovative tool available to help you overcome your vices in schools. substance use disorder to find your way back to health and happiness. censed health care practitioners to com- The Chapter’s advocacy work could not ASHLEY’S PROGRAMS INCLUDE: plete an implicit bias training program have been done without the support of the upon an applicant’s first license or renewal • Individualized care Legislative and Practice Committees and • Innovative treatment cycle after April 1, 2022. In addition, HB the support of members. If you are inter- • Integrated approach 1/SB 1 passed, providing funding support ested in NASW Maryland’s policy work, for Maryland’s historically black colleg- please contact Daphne McClellan. More es and universities (HBCUs), all of which information on how to get involved can be have social work education programs. found in the article above. In addition, there were a number of bills 800.799.HOPE (4673) that passed this year’s legislative session that Page 4 The Maryland Social Worker SPRING EDITION | 2021

The National Association of Social Workers Maryland Chapter Presents the Social Work Profession 16th Annual Awarded Federal Grant Clinical Conference AND to Develop Interstate 8th Annual Macro Licensure Compact Social Work Conference WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. De- partment of Defense CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS (DOD), as part of an ini- tiative to promote licen- sure portability for mili- SEPTEMBER 23-24, 2021 tary spouses, has awarded The completed application form found on website nasw-md.org a $500,000 grant for the development of an inter- n A one-page description of proposed presentation (no more than 300 state licensure compact words) including workshop title/brief synopsis/3-5 learning objectives. for social workers. n A compact is a legal If you have multiple presentations, send all on one Word or Google agreement between states document with name and contact information at top of page with every that will allow licensed workshop title/synopsis/learning objectives and length of workshop social workers to practice in those states participat- (3 or 6 hours). for the social work profession will: n ing in the compact. Currently, licensed so- Include an outline of the presentation cial workers must seek and receive licen- n A vitae or resume. Make note of previous workshops you have sure in each state in which they wish to • Improve client access to social work ser- presented, including workshop topic, date, and sponsoring organization. practice. vices n “NASW is grateful to the DOD for rec- A headshot photo for newspaper and website. Does not have to be ognizing the need for license portability • Increase opportunities to practice across professional, but it cannot be a selfie or blurred. for the many military spouses who are so- state lines (e.g., teletherapy) n Email to: [email protected]. cial workers, and for greater access to so- • Enhance mobility of social workers and cial work services,” said Angelo McClain, their families PhD, LICSW, Chief Executive Officer of NASW. “NASW is proud to be a leader in • Support spouses of relocating military these efforts and ensure a compact frame- families work which reflects the NASW Code of Ethics and meets the needs of both social • Improve continuity of care Mistakes Happen – Are You Covered? workers and the clients we serve”. • Preserve and strengthen the state licen- The grant, awarded through a com- sure system petitive proposal process, will be provid- ed to the Council of State Governments • Enhance the exchange of licensure veri- (CSG), which will oversee the develop- fication, investigatory, and disciplinary ment of the compact. The Association of information between member states. Social Work Boards (ASWB) will be the Over the next 12 to 16 months, CSG lead on the effort; the National Associa- will lead social work stakeholders through tion of Social Workers (NASW) and the a consensus-based process to develop the Clinical Social Work Association (CSWA) licensure compact language. Stakeholders will be partners. The DOD funding will include current social work licensees, as- cover the initial 12- to 16-month phase of sociation leaders, regulators, and subject a multi-year process to implement a com- matter experts, and state legislators, among pact. The compact legislation must then be others. There will be opportunities for in- enacted in each state that wishes to partici- put from the field. pate. NASW chapters will play a key role To learn more, you can access the in advocacy efforts to enact compact legis- official announcements from the De- lation in the states. A plan for collaborating partment of Defense and the Council of on and funding the subsequent phases of State Governments. Liability Insurance this initiative will be developed by NASW, CSWA, ASWB and other national social Reprinted from www.socialworkers. work organizations. Products for Social org Workers and Agencies An interstate licensure compact To Enroll, Visit www.naswassurance.org/NASWMD2020 Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or call 888-278-0038 WE♥YOU! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! NASW Assurance Services • 50 Citizens Way, Suite 304 • Frederick, MD 21701 SPRING EDITION | 2021 The Maryland Social Worker Page 5 School Social Workers ARE Essential

By Gail Martin, LCSW-C about 30. Six of Maryland’s public school systems reported to MSDE that they hire none at all. he changes wrought by the pandemic have As social workers, we know that childhood trauma is been felt in all aspects of daily life as changes not a product of race or social class, but the result of ex- in employment, resources, routine, and social periences that transcend society, like the current pandem- interaction have rippled up and down Maslow’s ic. Like all social workers, those of us in schools use an Scale.T The ripples felt more like waves to our children, ecological lens to assess the needs of those to whom we particularly our poor children, who lost the safe harbor of are assigned. During the pandemic, we have continued to their classrooms, the supportive relationships with the car- address the mental health of individual students through ing adults who staff them, and the security of two meals teletherapy; reached out to families directly via home vis- five days a week. its to deliver technology, school supplies, and help with The social work profession at large has received some access to online learning; sponsored food pantries in our long-awaited positive press during the pandemic, particu- bus loops; and provided parents with countless lists of re- school systems around the State have begun to hire school larly for our work in hospitals, nursing homes and in grief/ sources. As students have returned to schools, we have social workers. But Maryland lags far behind many states loss, but also for our training in behavioral health as a pos- eased their anxiety and helped staff members deepen their in putting our skills to use; we have existed as a specialty sible resource to law enforcement. Our concern for the understanding of the trauma that families have faced and in the profession for over 100 years, with some large public potential consequences of the toxic stew created by the how it has affected their students. We have helped par- school systems in the country employing almost as many economic stress and isolation of quarantine on rates of do- ents to examine the pros and cons of returning their child social workers in a single district as Maryland does in the mestic violence and child abuse have been documented. It to the building and supported them in whatever decision entire state. The Baltimore City Public Schools, which has is gratifying to see the increased spotlighting of the range they make, reflecting the core social work value of client included social workers as educational staff members for of social work’s involvement in society beyond the criti- self-determination. over 70 years, still employs most (about 175 this year) de- cal work of our child welfare colleagues. For too long, we As part of a professional group identified as “Special- spite the fact that, by enrollment, they are the fifth-largest have been portrayed in the media primarily as the folks ized Instructional Support Personnel” under current fed- Maryland system. Montgomery County—the state’s larg- who “take away children.” eral education law, School Social Workers ARE—and will est by enrollment—reported this year to the Maryland As the need for mental and behavioral health services continue to be—essential. in children and youth has become more prominent, more State Department of Education (MSDE) that they have Building Your Client’s Legal Services Support System

By Susan Francis, Many social work clients lack opportu- Executive Director, Maryland nities and the funds necessary to find legal Volunteer Lawyers Service and help. In fact, a 2017 Legal Services Cor- Kelsey Creed, Legal Intern, poration study revealed that 86% of low- Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service. income American’s civil legal issues get in- adequate or no legal help.2 Moreover, 7 out n our complex world, individuals of 10 low-income households have experi- often experience legal problems in- enced at least one civil legal problem in the tertwined with social problems. So- past year that has affected them “severely”.3 cial work practitioners are tasked This justice gap is particularly profound for Iwith factoring in any outside resources Black clients, who experience discrimina- that might assist their client's psychosocial tory outcomes in both the criminal and needs, including legal assistance. As such, civil justice systems. it is imperative that social workers have at Clearly, the legal system is a vital part of least some understanding of a client’s legal a client’s social environment. Every human rights and the process by which to advocate being should be entitled to legal represen- for those rights. Social work practitioners tation, and it should be available despite are responsible for being aware of the laws financial and social hardships. Thus, it is that regulate the social and legal systems essential for social work practitioners not in order to help clients navigate their way only to identify their client’s legal issues, more effectively.1 Unless the social work- but also to refer them to the proper legal er has a J.D./M.S.W, he or she cannot of- resource. If referred quickly upon discov- fer legal advice to clients. As such, social ery of a legal issue, there is a better chance workers should become familiar in refer- that the client’s issue will be resolved ring these clients to an attorney as to war- 1 Barsky, Allan. Social Work and the Law, Oxford Bibliographies. (May 25, 2011), https://www.ox- sooner rather than later, thereby avoiding rant effective client representation from fordbibliographies.com/view/document/obo-9780195389678/obo-9780195389678-0024.xml harsher consequences. both spectrums. 2 Accessing Legal Services UMD Social Work Class PowerPoint, via MVLS SharePoint, slide 4. Promoting client referrals to legal repre- Clients of social work practitioners usu- sentation is key to effective client represen- ally have a variety of problems that con- 3 Id. tation and a way in which the justice gap tribute to, or in some way affect, their le- can be significantly reduced.4 The first step 4 Attorney must comply with Professional Rules of Responsibility Rule 7.2(2): Communications gal situations. For instance, a practitioner in client referrals, however, is identifying Concerning a Lawyer’s Services: “. . . lawyers are not permitted to pay others for recommend- working with a homeless individual to the legal issue. Most clients will not self- ing the lawyer’s services.” help find housing and employment might identify as having a legal issue, especially require legal assistance in clearing the in- 5 MVLS Factsheets: https://mvlslaw.org/mvls-factsheets/ if they have not gotten any court papers. dividual’s criminal record so he or she is Instead, they will express a specific con- 6 eligible for housing programs and employ- The People’s Law Library: https://www.peoples-law.org/index.php/introduction-peoples-law- cern, such as, “I haven’t been able to see my 7 ment. Social workers are trained to con- library Maryland Court Forms: https://www.courts.state.md.us/courtforms/finder daughter” or “My water was shut off.” It is sider their client and his or her support 8 Maryland Court Help Center: https://mdcourts.gov/helpcenter systems when evaluating a problem; legal assistance can be one of these support sys- 9 Maryland Courts Family Law Hotline: 800-845-8550 tems. SUPPORT SYSTEM Cont. on page 8 Page 6 The Maryland Social Worker SPRING EDITION | 2021

■ ELDER BOOM from page 2 • How to enhance integration of physical, cognitive, and behavioral health services and of health and aging services ty, there is still over-reliance on long- • How to build a larger and more clini- term institutional care, largely due to: cally, culturally, and geriatrically com- 1. inadequate support for family care- petent behavioral health and long-term givers, who are at high risk for “burn care workforce out” (i.e., depression and/or anxiety • How to provide public education re- disorders) garding dementia, psychiatric illness, 2. a shortage of supportive housing as an and substance misuse alternative to institutional care. • How to address social determinants of In addition to addressing shortfalls in behavioral disorders including social iso- meeting the needs of older adults with be- lation, economic hardship, food insecu- havioral health disorders, it is important to rity, dangerous living conditions, and note that mental health is a critical com- systemic racism ponent of well-being in old age. Contrary • How to include older adults as part of to the ageist perspective of our society, it is the effort to meet the needs of their peers possible to age well. Older people can not and opportunities of older adults, AARP prefer in the community • How to re-organize financing so that only achieve considerable personal satisfac- funding structures align with service tion; they can be, and are, contributors to of Maryland believes there needs to be a • How to support their family caregivers master plan--a multi-year, inter-agency • How to provide housing alternatives to needs. society. Older adults are not, as the ageist The behavioral health challenges of perspective has it, only people in need of plan that draws from sound data regarding institutions demographics, epidemiology, service pro- • How to increase the capacity of and ac- the elder boom are vast and difficult, but help; they are people who can give help. meeting them is critical to the health and Promoting psychological well-being, pro- vision, and financing. cess to home and community-based ser- The plan will need to address a broad vices including telehealth services well-being of older adults. And if not now, moting lives of connection, engagement, when? belonging, and meaning, can result in a range of issues including: • How to improve the quality of both vastly stronger American society. • How to help older people with cognitive community-based and institutional ser- To address the behavioral health needs or mental disorders to live where they vices

■ AWARDS from page 1 fession.” Susan not only works at Leisure tors and fosters the development of future lars (the penalty had the bill failed to pass). World, but also runs a private practice part geriatric professional leaders. Marina is like While at DHS, Ms. Stocksdale became the time and facilitates several support groups a “superhero” with all the work she does director for Out of Home Placement Ser- tion the pandemic has created. Described for the Montgomery County Stroke Asso- while raising school-aged children and vices as well as Child Protective Services as “soft-spoken, humble, and whole-heart- ciation. Join us in congratulating this long- helping them navigate virtual learning. and Family Preservation. In 2018 she be- ed” by her nominator, we congratulate standing beacon of social work excellence. Join us in congratulating this hero who has came the Executive Director for Programs Amy Harmon for all she does to serve Tid- touched the lives of so many. and Outcome Improvement. A strong be- alHealth, her patients, mentees, and com- Marina Nellius liever in the value of teamwork and inter- munity. Marina Nellius, LCSW-C, received not Brandi Stocksdale – disciplinary collaboration, Ms. Stocksdale Susan Montgomery one nomination but four from her co- SPOTLIGHT AWARD also directed the development, implemen- workers, and they describe her as “compas- In addition to the “Social Workers Are tation, training and monitoring of Child Susan Montgomery, LCSW-C, has re- sionate, knowledgeable, resourceful, and a Essential” awards, NASW-MD created the Advocacy Centers statewide in coordina- ceived high praises for her role as the Di- great patient/community advocate.” Mari- Spotlight Award. This award highlights, tion with the 24 local departments of social rector of Social Services at Leisure World na is a social worker at the MedStar House not only a social worker’s efforts in the past services. of Maryland, an active over 55 senior inde- Call Program in Baltimore City where year, but also their notable achievements, In August 2019, Ms. Stocksdale was pendent living community in Montgom- she provides services and support to the leadership, and contributions throughout drawn back to her “first love,” the local ery County that serves over 8,500 resi- most vulnerable and medically complex their career. We are honored to recog- Department of Social Services in Balti- dents. In the past year, the community has adult seniors. She provides comprehen- nize Brandi Stocksdale, LCSW-C, as the more City when she became the Deputy encountered major changes and difficul- sive health care management and has im- first recipient of the Spotlight Award. Ms. Director for Child and Family Services, ties, which Susan has tackled with grace, plemented multiple innovative initiatives Stocksdale has demonstrated a long-term planning and directing all administrative intelligence, great communication skills, to improve the systemic health care needs commitment to the field of child welfare and operational activities for child welfare and dignity. At the initial stages of the of older adults. She has identified targeted and human services for more than eigh- programs. In November, in the middle of pandemic, she coordinated with manage- interventions for patients with depression teen to give her best to Baltimore’s chil- the COVID crisis, Ms. Stocksdale assumed ment on how to meet the basic needs of and loneliness that have allowed them to dren and families. She currently leads the responsibility for all department operations the residents regarding food, medication, age in place with dignity. She works close- same agency where her career began as a when she became the Director of Balti- isolation/mental health issues, and medi- ly with a multidisciplinary team – a geria- social work student intern in 2002. Near- more City DSS. According to the former cal appointments. She was instrumental in trician, nurse practitioner, office nurse, and ly two decades later, she is the Director of director, Dr. Randi Walters, “Brandi is an marshalling volunteers to grocery shop and administrative staff and is beloved by all. the Baltimore City Department of Social incredible asset to Baltimore City Depart- perform other services for residents affect- Prior to COVID, Marina conducted vis- Services (BCDSS). Upon graduating from ment of Social Services and is a brilliant ed by COVID-19. She was called upon in its to homebound seniors to ensure they the University of Maryland School of So- social worker and manager. There is some- November after an apartment fire ravaged had the supports needed to safely remain in cial Work, Ms. Stocksdale enthusiastically thing really special about seeing her work 30 units and the majority or residents lost her way up from case worker to supervisor the community. Once COVID restrictions embraced more advanced supervisory and everything. The community established a were put in place, Marina quickly adapted managerial responsibilities along the child to the highest levels of leadership in Mary- relief fund and raised more than $40,000. and supported patients by making a consid- welfare continuum of care. She started as a land.” Another colleague describes her as, She assisted displaced persons to find lodg- erable amount of calls every day. Addition- Child Protective Services Intake and As- “…a leader who takes pride in her staff, ing and replacements for possessions lost in ally, Marina arranged for patients’ supplies sessment Social Worker, and worked her in learning, growing, and ‘owning’ their the fire. Susan has been the point of con- and care packages, often delivering them to way to becoming a Clinical Supervisor. programs with continued support along tact for the community for the COVID-19 their homes along with donations she gath- In 2015, she joined the Maryland De- each person’s journey. She empowers those pandemic, the fire victims and now the ered from her church. She also enlisted the partment of Human Services (DHS) as a around her and challenges staff to bring the COVID-19 vaccine process. Susan has help of her daughters to hand draw cards Program Manager for Substance Exposed best they have to positively impact the lives played a vital role in assisting residents with for the patients so they would know others Newborns where she developed and im- of Baltimore City children and families a multitude of issues ranging from access- were thinking of them. It is evident that plemented policies to conform with federal touched by the child welfare system. Ms. ing and navigating the internet, registra- Marina goes above and beyond for her pa- mandates for substance exposed newborns. Stocksdale leads by example and is always tion, and arranging transportation to the tients in a thoughtful and caring way. She She was a strong advocate for legislative accessible and enthusiastic about guiding vaccination site. All of this has been accom- serves on several local and national geri- changes necessary to comply with federal her employees to achieve a shared vision.” plished during the pandemic while Susan atric and aging committees, coalitions, requirements and worked diligently to seek Join us in congratulating Brandi Stocks- and her team work from home. Her team non-profits, and national professional as- compromises that ensured children’s safety dale, LCSW-C, whose life-long commit- of social workers are proud to have her as sociation boards, including the American while satisfying opponents of the SENS ment to promoting the safety and well-be- the head of their department, remarking Academy of Home Care Medicine. As a bill. As a result, Ms. Stocksdale prevented ing of children and families in Maryland that she is “the beacon of advocacy, care, recognized geriatric care leader, she men- the loss of nearly one million federal dol- has left an indelible mark in the commu- and representative of the social work pro- nity that places the Spotlight on her. SPRING EDITION | 2021 The Maryland Social Worker Page 7 Member Spotlight Arthur Flax rthur Flax, 5. Second revi- uate) a person as to competency and the person) involuntary admission to a LCSW-C, sion to the Social Work authorize (along with a physician who facility. has been a Practice Act: intro- does another independent evaluation of long-time duced with the as- Amember of NASW- sistance of the legal MD and a stalwart ad- department of the Bal- vocate for the social timore County DSS, work profession. For information to remove over thirty years Ar- the clause “shall not JOIN OUR BOARD! thur has worked both amount to the practice independently and of medicine” and refer- • We are currently ac- in concert with the ence the HG-10-101 to cepting nominations NASW-MD legisla- affirm a medical model for our chapter board tive committee to en- of treatment with the of directors. We will be sure social work clini- addition of mental dis- electing a president- cians were included in orders, impairments, elect, vice-president, a legislation that previ- and conditions added branch rep from each ously favored psychol- to the scope of practice. of our five geographical ogists. This year Ar- regions, a BSW student 6. Initiated DHR thur single-handedly and an MSW student to include the LCSW-C to indepen- took on the issue of including clinical so- member. Do you want to dently examine and affirm a person is cial workers in the process for involuntary serve? admissions. Previously, in order to help an impaired for the determination of so- individual who needed to be involuntari- cial service benefits. First change was • Have you ever won- ly admitted to a hospital or a minor who administrative, then in COMAR, then dered how decisions are needed to be voluntarily admitted, it re- included as an amendment to legisla- made about our national quired the examination and signatures of tion as part of a comprehensive bill. Re- organization, what goes two physicians, a physician and a nurse viewed the legislation, introduced the into our Code of Ethics or the policy positions in Social Work Speaks? These decisions are practitioner, or a physician and a licensed amendment and the amendment was made every three years by the Delegate Assembly which is composed of representatives psychologist. SB 466/HB 689 (conceived then supported and included. Now the from all of the chapters in the country. If you would like to be considered as a delegate to by Arthur Flax and filed by Senator Chris LCSW-C and other health care provid- this auspicious body, nominate yourself West and Delegate Susan McComas) added ers who have certain authority within • Perhaps you don’t want to serve in these capacities yourself but you know some excel- the combination of a physician and an LC- their scope of practice can make an in- SW-C to the list of those who could make dependent determination of impairment lent candidates; you would be perfect for our Committee on Nominations and Leadership those important decisions. Through the (disability) to allow the person to quali- Identification. fy for certain benefits including TDAP. legislative process, the bill was amended to • Are you a political activist? No change can happen without the right folks in Annapolis include LCPCs. Congratulations Arthur 7. With NASW inclusion of the LCSW-C making the decisions. Next year we will be electing a new Governor and the entire mem- and thank you!! in the “Red Flag” law. (2020) bership of the General Assembly, now is the time to get involved in our chapter PACE Legislation Arthur has promoted affect- (Political Action for Candidate Election)! We are looking for a chairperson and committee 8. Testimony to include the LCSW-C in ing the practice of Social Work in chrono- members from each branch. logical order: language to evaluate law enforcement officers as to fitness for duty. (2020) The deadline for nominations is Monday, May 17th. 1. Amendment to the State Personnel and Pension Article: Added Clinical Social 9. Initiated and worked on legislation to To apply please go to https://www.nasw-md.org/page/17 Worker to those authorized to grant sick include the LCSW-C to examine (eval- leave to State Employees and as a result to all employees in Maryland. That is to take a person out of work due to ill- ness (within our scope of practice). SB- 45 (1990) 2. On the NASW Legislative Affairs Com- mittee he revised the Social Work Prac- tice Act (first revision when the clinical specialty, without the need for a physi- cian referral, was introduced to the Leg- islature; offered the title to the commit- tee of LCSW-C (added the C to indicate clinical specialty) which was accepted and passed. (HB-1087; 1992) 3. Introduced to NASW the provision to amend the Statute to include the LC- SW-C as an evaluator and co-signer with a physician to authorize guardian- ship of an impaired person. This legisla- tion passed and the LCSW-C is includ- ed. (Maryland Rule 10-202(a)). 4. Introduced and worked on the Emer- gency Petition legislation HG 10-622 to include the LCSW-C, passed 2004. As part of this process Del. Sandy Rosen- berg, an AG Advice of Counsel affirmed the authority of the LCSW-C to testi- fy as an expert witness on clinical issues including competency and sanity (HB- 770; 2001) Page 8 The Maryland Social Worker SPRING EDITION | 2021

■ LEGAL SYSTEM from page 5 provides reduced fee legal services, in- cluding Civil Justice and Lawyer Referral. Furthermore, social work practitioners can the role of the social worker to spot these provide clients with a specific MVLS Fact- potential legal issues and make the appro- sheet pertaining to their legal issue. Fact- priate referral. Maryland Volunteer Law- sheets have been a valuable tool in provid- yers Service (MVLS), the largest pro bono ing individuals with legal information on a organization in the state, recommends ask- particular issue and can be accessed on the ing the client the following simple ques- MVLS website.5 tions to try to determine if there are legal Additional resources include The Peo- issues: ples Law Library, which provides self- • Have you received any court notices or help resources to individuals needing le- papers recently? gal information or assistance.6 The People’s • Are you having trouble obtaining your Law Library legal services directory can driver’s license or other identification be found here: peoples-law.org/directory. • Are you experiencing problems with The Maryland Court system provides ad- your landlord? ditional self-help legal resources, includ- • Are creditors calling you? Or are you ing specific court forms accessible to the receiving collection notices? public.7 Court help centers are also avail- • Are you having trouble seeing your able for individuals who do not have a law- children? yer.8 The Family Law Hotline is available • If a homeowner, are you behind on to provide individuals with brief legal ad- your water bill or property taxes? 9 Act Now to Increase vice relating to family law issues. Mary- • Have you been involved with the crimi- land Legal Aid also provides on its website nal legal system? informational brochures pertaining to spe- Maryland has many free legal resources, cific legal topics and can be accessed here: Clinical Social Worker so many in fact, that it can be difficult to mdlab.org/get-help-services. navigate them for clients. The largest two Social work practitioners can help play programs are Maryland Volunteer Law- a vital role in reducing the justice gap by (CSW) Medicare yers Service (MVLS) and Maryland Le- becoming more familiar with, when, and gal Aid. These programs have income re- where to refer their clients experiencing quirements. The requirements for MVLS legal problems. Professionals in both fields Reimbursement Rates, can be found here: mvlslaw.org, and more should be aware of this opportunity and information about Maryland Legal Aid is continue to collaborate with one another available at https://www.mdlab.org/. If a in promoting effective client referrals. Increase Access to Care referred client exceeds the eligibility re- quirements, the social worker may refer the client to a community partner that Tell Congress to Increase Social Work Reimbursement Rates and ENROLL Access to Social Work Services The Improving Access to Mental care under Medicare Part A. This Health Act (S. 870/H.R. 2035) legislation will rectify this problem by excluding CSW services from T ODAY Much-needed legislation increas- SNF consolidated billing. ing Medicare reimbursement rates for • Provide Access to CSW Ser- Clinical Social Workers (CSWs) and vices that Help Medicare Ben- JOIN YOUR COLLEAGUES: ensuring access to CSW services by eficiaries Coping with Physi- Medicare beneficiaries has been intro- cal Health Conditions: Although Become a PBCP Volunteer Clinician duced in both chambers of Congress. Health and Behavior Assessment This legislation will only advance if and Intervention (HBAI) services The Pro Bono Counseling Project matches clients with limited congressional lawmakers hear from are within the scope of practice for CSWs in their states and districts about CSWs, Medicare currently only re- resources to licensed and insured clinicians who volunteer to see the crucial role we play in this major imburses CSWs for the “diagnosis one client per year. Last year, over 700 active mental health federal program! and treatment of mental illnesses.” S. The Improving Access to Mental Health 870/H.R. 2035 would broaden the professionals provided 9,952 hours of counseling services to Act (S. 870/ H.R. 2035) was intro- 2,591 clients throughout the state of Maryland. definition of CSW services to enable duced by Sen. Debbie Stabenow, MSW CSWs to receive Medicare reim- (D-MI), Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY) bursement for HBAI services, with- CLINICIAN BENEFITS and Rep. Barbara Lee, MSW (D-CA). in the CSW scope of practice. These S. 870/H.R. 2035 will: are cognitive, behavioral, social and • Increase Medicare Reimburse- psychophysiological interventions to • Client selection at clinician discretion ment Rates for CSWs: The bill prevent, treat, and improve physical • Exclusive access to over 24 hours of FREE CE’s aligns Medicare payment for CSWs health and well-being. with that of most other non-physi- Contact your Senators and Repre- facilitated by top speakers cian providers by increasing the re- sentative TODAY and urge them to • Event networking opportunities imbursement rate from 75% to 85% co-sponsor this legislation. Help them of the physician fee schedule. • Easy electronic documentation of volunteer hours understand the mental health needs of • Increase Access to CSW Servic- Medicare beneficiaries in your com- • FREE new volunteer orientation led by the Clinical es for Skilled Nursing Facility munity, especially in the COVID-19 and Executive Directors (1 CE) (SNF) Residents: Currently, in- era, and how this legislation will help dependent CSWs who are not em- address those needs. A personalized • Annual volunteer appreciation luncheon ployed by the SNF are unable to communication goes a long way with seek reimbursement under Medicare a member of Congress. Part B for providing psychotherapy For more information, or to ENROLL, visit services to SNF residents receiving ProBonoCounseling.org OR call 410.825.1001 SPRING EDITION | 2021 The Maryland Social Worker Page 9

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Due to COVID-19 NASW-MD Chapter will host webinars for the first half of 2021. Below is our current schedule through June 2021. For the most updated schedule visit our website at www.nasw-md.org IMPORTANT INFORMATION. READ CAREFULLY: 1. Live, interactive, real-time webinars earn Category I CEUs. you will receive an email from 123Signup directing you to register for the webinar through 2. You can attend a live webinar via phone or computer, but a computer is recommended (so GoToWebinar. Type in your name and email address so you will be on the sign in sheet for the Powerpoint can be viewed) and Google Chrome is the preferred browser. next day. 3. Although attendees are not seen on a webinar, the Maryland BSWE expects all attendees to 5. You will receive a follow-up email from GoToWebinar with instructions on how to login for participate by typing questions and answers or using the ‘raise hand’ feature in order to speak. the webinar the following day. 4. Registration through 123Signup closes the afternoon before the webinar. At that time 6. Log in begins 1/2 hour before the webinar starts and is incorporated into the webinar time.

#2726 2021 Social Work Month Annual Conference RECORDED WORKSHOPS Workshop K Date: Ongoing through May 31, 2021 Title: Ethical Considerations & Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPO) Location: Pre-recorded Webinars For a limited time the recorded versions of NASW-MD Chapter’s Annual Social Work Workshop L NOT AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING Conference are available for viewing to earn Category II CEUS. There are 31 CEUS available. For detailed descriptions about each workshop, please visit our website at www.nasw-md. Workshop M org. For further questions please contact the NASW-MD office at: 410-788-1066. Title: Facilitating in-person and Virtual Sessions with At-risk Populations

AVAILABLE WORKSHOPS FOR VIEWING: Workshop N Workshop A Title: Acting as an Anti-Racist White Ally and Accomplice to Clients and Communities of Color Title: Supervising Remote Social Workers and Satellite Offices Cost: $100 for members; $150 for non-members; $75 for retired members Workshop B NOT AVAILABLE #2683 LIVE WEBINAR – We Are All In It: Lessons Learned, Insights, Workshop C and Opportunities for Change in the Era of COVID-19 Title: Who Let the Ants Out? CBT and Play Therapy Interventions for Automatic Negative Thoughts Date: Monday, May 10, 2021; 5:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. (login from 5:00 – 5:30 p.m.) Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location Workshop D Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared Title: The Journey Through Grief and Loss Presenter: Lee Westgate, MBA, MSW, LCSW-C Clinical Instructor, UMSSW Workshop E Synopsis: COVID 19 has emerged as a black swan event that continues to devastate, uproot, and Title: Vaping, Synthetics, Opiates, and Teens: Implications for the Decriminalization of Marijuana reconstruct our social reality as we collectively know it. With the onslaught of information, macro-based policy and process changes, and continued instability, each of us within the world of social work are continuously Workshop F asking, “What’s next?” However, in order to determine what comes next, it is pivotal that we collectively Title: Elder Abuse Prevention and Intervention: What Social Workers Need to Know frame this experience within the context of the chapters and history that proceeded this international crisis. Prior to COVID-19, healthcare systems of care along with social welfare programs struggled to engage and Workshop H accommodate vulnerable populations and people with marginalized/oppressed identities. Every day brings Title: We Are Essential: Lessons Learned, Insights, and Opportunities for Change in the Era of COVID 19 with it the recognition that we need to re-examine the way we see and experience the world. This session will frame out and forecast key challenges faced by social workers and organizations alike; institutional and policy- Workshop I based dilemmas; the evolving roles played by technology and tele-health; and critical workforce dimensions. Title: Elder Isolation During COVID-19(Panel) All of these elements will greatly factor into what’s next for social work. Lastly, this session aims to create a space for participants to share out what they are seeing and how they make sense of this profound moment in Workshop J history. Title: Introduction to Maryland Teletherapy Laws and Regulations for Clinical Social Workers (Ethics)

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Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to: 1. Identify the persons within the military/veteran population at higher risk of experiencing barriers to care 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the current landscape and the unique challenges we are facing in the 2. Practice mindfulness of their own biases to help break down barriers to care era of COVID 19. 3. Learn about services provided within the Veteran Affairs system to support these minority populations 2. Highlight potential key ethical challenges and practice challenges within the world of social work. CE: 2 Category I 3. Share insights, experiences, and lessons learned during COVID 19. Cost: $25 for members; $40 for non-members 4. Review recommendations about areas of opportunity during this radical paradigm shift. CE: 3 Category I #2685 LIVE WEBINAR - Ethical Considerations and Strategies for Addressing the Cost: $45 for members; $65 for non-members Issue of Confidentiality Date: Tuesday, May 18, 2021; 9:00 a.m. – 4::45p.m. (login from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.) #2697 LIVE WEBINAR - Substance Abuse and the Older Adult Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location DATE: Tuesday, May 11, 2021; 9:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. (Login from 9:00 am – 9:30 am) Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location Presenter: Gisele Ferretto, MSW, LCSW-C Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared Clinical Instructor, UMSSW Presenter: Joanna Frankel, LCSW-C Synopsis: This workshop focuses on strategies for identifying and addressing common yet complex Owner, Frankel Care Consulting ethical issues concerning confidentiality social workers face in their practice. To provide services it is Synopsis: Substance abuse in the older adult is a hidden epidemic in the United States. Many factors come often necessary to share and obtain information from community partners serving individuals and yet into play to render them at risk. This interactive and relevant topic will help participants learn how to identify at- confidentiality practices are confusing and complicated. Content will include: An overview of the Maryland risk older adults and what treatment protocols exist to help them. Learn strategies in communicating with older Statute and Regulations which govern confidentiality of health records, mental health records, substance adults and how to successfully approach this very important issue among the aging. abuse records, social service records, education records, the requirements for release of information, child Learning Objectives: At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to: maltreatment or imminent harm information, privileged communication, and clinician’s personal notes. The 1. Identify 3 risk factors for substance abuse in older adults. presenter served on the national committee to revise the NASW Confidentiality and Information Utilization 2. List three substances most commonly abuse by older adults. Issue Statement and will include an overview of these national standards. In addition, risk management 3. Discuss three protocols for treatment for older adults. strategies will be identified. CE: 3 Cat I Ethics content covered includes: COMAR 10.42.03.03; COMAR 10.42.03.06; Health Occupations - 19-311 Cost: $45 for members; $65 for non-members (14, 18, 20,21); NASW Code of Ethics (2017) 1.02,1.03,1.07,1.08, 2.02, and 3.04. Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to: #2707 LIVE WEBINAR – The Ethics of Addressing Cultural Competency in 1. Distinguish the basic elements, concepts and terms concerning confidentiality and the restrictions and Trauma Informed Care practice implications of the release of confidential information. Date: Wednesday, May 12, 2021; 5:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. (login from 5:00 – 5:30 p.m.) 2. Explore the use of statute, regulations, and social work standards which govern the protection of the Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location various kinds of information obtained during the social work practice. Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared 3. Apply professional values and ethical concepts to workplace situations including the following issues: Presenter: Dwayne L. Buckingham, Ph.D., LCSW-C, BCD imminent harm, informed consent, duty to warn, and record keeping. President & CEO, Buckingham Consulting Group, LLC 4. Explore strategies when responding to ethical issues and dilemmas concerning confidentiality practice. Training Specialist, Child Welfare Academy, University of Maryland-Baltimore CE: 6 Category I ETHICS CEUs Synopsis: Ethical Code: Ethical Responsibility to Clients - 1.04 Competence and 1.05 Cultural Awareness Cost: $90 for members; $130 for non-members and Social Diversity). The purpose of this webinar is to discuss the Ethics of Addressing Cultural Competence Please Note: This workshop meets the 3 hour ethics requirement by the Maryland BSWE for in Trauma-Informed Care. The webinar examines the history of Cultural Competence and barriers of license renewal. communication that impacts providers’ ability to provide objective treatment. Mental health professionals come from various backgrounds and different walks of life which in return shapes their perceptions and definitions of cultural competence. Many providers have received training on cultural competence in Trauma- #2687 LIVE WEBINAR - Understanding and Exploring the Role of Cultural Competency informed care, but there is very little training that encourages providers to be mindful of how their personal in Service Delivery cultural and ethical perceptions may cause them to provide treatment through tainted lens. This webinar Date: Friday, May 21, 2021; 8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. (login from 8:30 am – 9:00 am) will distinguish between ethics and competence and challenge current perceptions of cultural competence. Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location Upon completion of this training participant will leave with a clear understanding of the importance of viewing Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared cultural competence from an individual perspective so that ethical treatment can be provided. Presenter: Veronica Cruz, LCSW-C Learning Objectives: At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to: CEO, Cruz and Associates, LLC 1. Highlight Ethics of Cultural Competence in Trauma-informed Care Synopsis: This workshop will focus on understanding and exploring the role of cultural competency in 2. Distinguish between Ethics and Competence service delivery. Often times consumers don’t look like service providers and this can affect consumer 3. Define culture and culture competence engagement. In this workshop the presenter will explore creative ways to enhance and promote consumer 4. Identify various perceptions regarding cultural competence buy in. Communities of color often are under-represented within the mental health and medical system. The 5. Describe and use cultural adaptability numbers do not paint the entire picture of the various needs within these communities. Communities of color CE: 3 Cat. I often feel marginalized, ignored, and stigmatized, while providers often feel immense counter transference, Cost: $45.00 for members; $65 for non-members numerous cultural and linguistic barriers, and lack of cultural competency which affects service delivery. This Please Note: This workshop qualifies for the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners’ workshop will highlight the various challenges and solutions to increase awareness and utilization of medical 3-hour ethics requirement for license renewal. and mental health services within communities of color. This is an interactive workshop were cases vignettes will be presented and participants will work in a group setting to further maximize their understanding of the #2684 LIVE WEBINAR – Supervisors Coaching for Success concepts presented. Date: Thursday, May 13, 2021; 9:00 a.m – 12:45 p.m. (login from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.) Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this intermediate course, participants will be able to: Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location 1. Increase oneýs knowledge of various cultural and linguistic barriers that can arise in service delivery and Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared how to prevent them. Presenter: Pamela Love Manning, MSW, Ph.D. 2. Articulate the connection between cultural competency and effective treatment delivery. Certified coach, speaker, author, & founder, The Finishers Network 3. Appraise and apply tools to help with transference and countertransference in relationship to service Synopsis: During this 3 hour training, supervisors will learn key tools for coaching supervisees for more delivery. effective outcomes. Participants will practice techniques that can lead to supervisees being more self- 4. Summarize the key elements of cultural competency and how to implement realistic and cost-effective reflective, thinking more critically, and increasing problem solving skills. This training is not about becoming measures to enhance and promote service delivery. a coach, but how to utilize coaching techniques with supervisees in different positions. Lecture and role play CE: 3 Cat. I will be used to practice methods discussed. Cost: $45.00 for members; $65 for non-members Learning Objectives: By the end of this training, participants will be able to: 1. Identify individual and organizational barriers to effective coaching #2688 LIVE WEBINAR – Ethical and Cultural Issues in a Healthcare Setting 2. Understand when to use coaching Date: Friday, May 21, 2021; 12:30 p.m – 4:15 p.m. (Login from 12:30 – 1:00 p.m.) 3. Utilize techniques for coaching staff when faced with technical or adaptive problems. Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location 4. Practice coaching staff to support self-reflection, critical thinking and problem solving skills Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared CE: 3 Category I Presenter: Veronica E. Cruz, LCSW-C Cost: $45.00 for members; $65 for non-members CEO, Cruz and Associates, LLC Please Note: This workshop qualifies for the Maryland BSWE’s 3 hour supervision requirement Synopsis: This workshop will explore the numerous ethical and cultural issues that can arise in a healthcare for supervisors. setting. An emphasis will be placed in exploring ethical and cultural issues to enhance and improve ethical responsibilities and reduce ethical violations. This workshop will discuss common practice areas that raise #2711 LIVE WEBINAR - Barriers to Care for Minorities/ Underserved within the ethical dilemmas and explore the code of ethics and propose various ethical decision making models that Veteran Population can utilized to resolve these ethical conflicts. A focus will be on analzying various ethical codes: Maryland Date: Friday, May 14, 2021; 8:30a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (login from 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.) Board of Social Work Examiners (Title 10, .03 & .06) to the National Association of Social Workers Code Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location of Ethics (1.01, 1.04, 1.05 & 3.02) . Issues explored will be: code of ethics, cultural considerations, ethical Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared framework model, and best practice techniques. This is an interactive workshop were cases vignettes will Presenter: Sarah A. Haberbosch, LCSW-C be presented and participants will work in a group setting to further maximize their understanding of the PRN r/Mobile Crisis Team Clinician concepts presented. Affiliated Sante Gourp, Carrorll County, Maryland Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this intermediate course, participants will be able to: Synopsis: This training will provide a brief overview of some of the many minorities and stigmatized 1. Increase one’s knowledge of various ethical and cultural issues that can arise in a healthcare setting. populations within the Veteran population. The presenter will cover potential barriers related to care, 2. Articulate the connection between cultural competency and effective treatment delivery. limitations in services, and overall biases toward these populations. This training will also allow clinicians 3. Participants will be able to identify appropriate, ethical and effective ways to incorporate cultural issues in to recognize and practice mindfulness of their own biases while expanding their understanding of these a healthcare setting. subcultures. Learning Objectives: At the end of this webinar attendees will be able to: CONTINUING ED Continued on page 11 SPRING EDITION | 2021 The Maryland Social Worker Page 11

4. Participants will be able to demonstrate an understanding of various ethical decision-making models, #2690 LIVE WEBINAR - Incorporating Ethical Strategies in Practice and Supervision which can be used in a health care setting. Part II CE: 3 Cat. I Date: Friday, June 4, 2021; 9:00 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Cost: $45.00 for members; $65 for non-members Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location Please Note: This workshop meets the 3 hour ethics requirement by the Maryland BSWE for Presenter: Gisele Ferretto, MSW, LCSW-C license renewal. Clinical Instructor, UMSSW *Please Note: This is a two-day workshop with #2689-Supervision Strategies for the Development of #2686 LIVE WEBINAR - Social Work Exam Prep (3 PARTS) Competent Social Worker - Part 1 (6 hours) on Thursday, June 3rd AND #2691-Supervising for Culturally Date: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, May 20 – 22, 2021; 9:00 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. (all 3 days) Responsive Social Work Practice- Part 3 (3 hours) on Friday AFTERNOON, June 4th. Attendees may register Please Note: This is a 3-day workshop. You must register for all 3 days for Part 1, Part 2, OR Part 3 separately. However, in order to earn the 12 hours of supervision necessary to Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location become a board approved supervisor, attendance at all 3 workshops is required. Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared Synopsis: This workshop will focus on the development of skills for the application of an ethical Presenters: Corey Beauford, MSW, LICSW standards when providing social work. Social Workers and Supervisors have a responsibility to identify and Founder and President, Inspired Consulting Group, Riverdale incorporate professional ethics and strategies for addressing ethical issues in their practice. The purpose Synopsis: This course is geared toward equipping participants with the skills necessary to sit for of this workshop is to enhance skills for understanding the social workers legal and ethical professional the Licensed Master's Social Worker exam (LMSW) or the Clinical Exam (LICSW or LCSW-C). A responsibilities. This workshop includes practice activities to apply the content covered and examples of thorough overview of the test content will be provided as well as an analysis of test-taking strategies strategies for enhanced supervision. In addition, updated legislative changes to statutes concerning social and tips useful for success on the exam. work practice will be covered. Ethics content covered includes: COMAR 10.42.03; COMAR 10.42.08; Health Learning Objectives: As a result of this course, participants will enhance their ability to successfully Occupations 19-311; NASW Code of Ethics (2017) 2.01, 2.04,2.08, 2.09, 3,01, 3.03,3.07 and 3.08. sit for the ASWB licensing exam. The class will focus on and provide the following: Learning Objectives: At the end of this workshop, participants will: 1. An Overview of the Composition of the Masters and Clinical exams 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical authorities which govern social work practice. 2. Exam Taking Strategies and Special Accommodations 2. Identify the elements and terms associated with the social work code of ethics, and specifically the BSWE 3. Social Work Assessment and Diagnosis (DSM-V) COMAR 10.42.03 Code of Ethics. 4. Social Work Interventions Strategies 3.vIncorporate strategies for developing professional practices to fulfill ethical and legal responsibilities. 5. Models and Methods of Social Work Practice 4. Explore the Role of Ethics in professional practice with clients, colleagues, supervisees, and agencies. 6. Psychopharmacology CE: 3 Category I 7. Human Growth and Development Issues Cost: $45 for members; $65 for non-members 8. Ethics Please Note: This workshop qualifies for the 3 hour ethics OR 3 hour supervision requirement 9. Research and Supervision (for supervisors) by the MD BSWE for license renewal. 10. Program Evaluation 11. Tips and Strategies Necessary for Analyzing Exam Questions #2691 LIVE WEBINAR - Supervising for Culturally Responsive Social Work Practice - CE: 12 Category I Part III Cost: $195 for members (Includes $15 fee for study materials); Date: Friday, June 4, 2021; 1:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. $275 for non-members (Includes a $15 fee for study materials) Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location $115 for student members (Includes a $15 fee for study materials) Presenter: Gisele Ferretto, MSW, LCSW-C Please Note: After completing the full 12 hours of this workshop, the Maryland Board of Clinical Instructor, UMSSW Social Work Examiners’ 3-hour ethics requirement for license renewal will be met. *Please Note: This is a two-day workshop with #2689-Supervision Strategies for the Development of Competent Social Worker - Part 1 (6 hours) on Thursday, June 3rd AND #2690-Incorporating Ethical #2698 LIVE WEBINAR-Your Role on the Team: Resolving Ethical Dilemmas in Strategies in Practice and Supervision- Part 2 (3 hours) on Friday MORNING, June 4th. Attendees may Interdisciplinary Teams/Promote Collegial Collaboration register for Part 1, Part 2, OR Part 3 separately. However, in order to earn the 12 hours of supervision Date: Monday, May 24, 2021; 5:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. (login from 5:00 – 5:30 p.m.) necessary to become a board approved supervisor, attendance at all 3 workshops is required. Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location Synopsis: It is necessary, but often uncomfortable, for behavioral health professionals to challenge Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared themselves to further develop competency in culturally response practice. Overwhelmingly, the research Presenter: Keisha B. Atlee, LCSW-C shows that Supervisors have an essential role in effective client outcomes and workforce development. The Field Liaison, Morgan State University; Facilitator, Empowering Minds Resource Center; purpose of this workshop is to explore supervision strategies that develop culturally responsive skills, self- Clinical Supervisor; Pressley Ridge awareness, and professional use of self in their workforce. Content will cover the following topics: elements Synopsis: Interprofessional collaboration in interdisciplinary settings offers social workers the opportunity of cultural responsive practice, the impact of implicit bias on practice and client outcomes, creating the space to establish areas of expertise and to practice in a diverse settings while infusing the mission of our in supervision for enhancing self-reflection and improved practice. This three-hour workshop will satisfy the profession into organizations for the wellbeing of the larger society. In the spirit of advocating on behalf our three Supervision CEU BSWE requirements. constituents, social workers may be faced with instances in which our ethical standards contrast with those Learning Objectives: Participants will: of other allied health professions. 1. Explore role of supervision when delivering services to diverse clients and working with diverse co- Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: workers. 1. Be apprised of the roles of social workers per MD Health Occupations Title 19 and significance of their role 2. Develop supervision strategies to improve critical thinking, self-awareness, and culturally responsive as licensed healthcare providers. professional practice of their workforce. 2. Learn how to consult the MD BSWE and NASW Codes of Ethics to address ethical dilemmas in a manner 3. Demonstrate an understanding to instruct supervisees on culturally responsive practice. that promotes collegial collaboration and with an emphasis on risk management. 4. Examine the Use of Professional Self, including subjugated self and privileged self for enhancing culturally This training will focus specifically on NASW Ethical Standards (2) Ethical Responsibilities to Colleagues responsive practice. (3) Ethical Responsibilities in Practice Settings (4) Ethical Responsibilities as Professionals and (5) Ethical 5. Review the National and State standards and expectations for Effective Supervision. Responsibilities to the Social Work Profession. CE: 3 Category I CE: 3 Category I Cost: $45 for members; $65 for non-members Cost: $45 for members; $65 for non-members Please Note: This workshop qualifies for the 3 hour supervision requirement (for supervisors) Please Note: This workshop qualifies for the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners’ by the MD BSWE for license renewal. 3-hour ethics requirement for license renewal #2712 LIVE WEBINAR – Children of Incarcerated Parents: Silent Victims #2689 LIVE WEBINAR - Supervision Strategies for the Development of Competent Date: Monday, June 7, 2021; 9:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Social Workers Part I Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location Date: Thursday, June 3, 2021; 9:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location Presenters: Corey Beauford, MSW, LICSW Presenter: Gisele Ferretto, MSW, LCSW-C Founder and President, Inspired Consulting Group, Riverdale Clinical Instructor, UMSSW Synopsis: More than 2.7 million children in America have a parent in prison. This leaves the *Please Note: This is a two-day workshop with #2690-Incorporating Ethical Strategies in Practice and Supervision children of incarcerated parents to be raised by grandparents, aunts, uncles, older siblings, or (quite - Part 2 (3 hours) AND #2691- Supervising for Culturally Responsive Social Work Practice - Part 3 (3 hours) on often) the state. Growing up with an incarcerated parent can have a devastating impact on the Friday, June 4th. Attendees may register for Part 1, Part 2, OR Part 3 separately. However, in order to earn the 12 emotional development of a child, and has a de-stabilizing effect on families. This training will provide hours of supervision necessary to become a board approved supervisor, attendance at all 3 workshops is required. a detailed exploration of this phenomenon and share strategies that helping professional can use to Synopsis: Overwhelmingly, the research shows that Supervisors have an essential role in effective address the needs of children and families affected by this issue. client outcomes and workforce development. The purpose of this workshop is to identify and explore the Learning Objectives: at the end of this workshop attendees will be able to: components of effective clinical supervision. Content will include the basic functions, role, responsibilities, 1. Understand the prevalence of contributing factors to the growing US prison population and standards of supervision with emphasis on the legal and regulatory language that describe these 2. Understand the impact a parent’s incarceration can have on the emotional development of children concepts. Other topics covered include: developing professional identify and critical thinking in supervisees, 3. Implement strategies and interventions useful for working with children of incarcerated parents setting expectations, and effective communication. This workshop meets the requirements of Supervision CE: 3 Category I This workshop meets the requirements of Supervision CEUs and the requirement for Board Approved Cost: $45 for members; $65 for nonmembers Supervisors to complete 12 credit hours of continuing education in social work supervision. Learning Objectives: Participants will: 1. Explore the functions and role of clinical supervision. 2. Develop strategies to improve critical thinking and professional practice of those they supervise. 3. Demonstrate an understanding to instruct supervisees on the legal authorities which govern social work practice. 4. Evaluate effective strategies for setting expectations and providing effective direction. CE: 6 Category I Supervision CEUs Cost: $90 for members; $130 for non-members Please Note: This workshop qualifies for the 3 hour supervision requirement (for supervisors) CONTINUING ED Continued on page 12 by the MD BSWE for license renewal. Page 12 The Maryland Social Worker SPRING EDITION | 2021

#2692 LIVE WEBINAR - The Risk of Being Yourself: The Ethical Case for Providing #2693 LIVE WEBINAR – Is this Us? Healing Individuals, Families, and Communities Effective Care to LGBTQIA+ Individuals in a Divided Society Date: Monday, June 7, 2021; 5:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. (login from 5:00 – 5:30 p.m.) Date: Friday, June 11, 2021; 9:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. (login from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.) Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared Presenter: Lee Westgate, MBA, MSW, LCSW-C Presenter: Suzanne Cox, LCSW-C, MBA Clinical Instructor, UMSSW Team leader, Continuous Care Team, UMMS/WPPC Clinics, Baltimore Synopsis: Hermann Hesse once said, “You must unlearn the habit of being someone else or nothing at Synopsis: The recent bitter election and its aftermath, punctuated by the deadly protests at the U.S. Capitol all, of imitating the voices of others and mistaking the faces of others for your own.” LGBTQIA+ individuals on 1/6/2021 are not distant memories, leaving families and communities divided, wounded, and unsure. possess the unique experience of finding one’s self against all odds. With the widening of awareness Convinced of our own moral rightness and the wrongness of those on the ‘other side’, as a society we and interest in serving LGBTQIA+ individuals, there is a need to equip Social Workers with modernized have become even more fearful of and angry at those who differ from our personally held core values and information on how to effectively and ethically engage with these populations. After all, our code of ethics definitions of good character. Family members have become estranged and friendships have been eroded, insists that we prioritize equity in care, aspire toward cultural competence, and transcend stigma through and we are ‘us versus them’ on issues related to basic morality. It is important to understand that recent the recognition of the inherent worth and dignity of people. Additionally, there is a need to break apart the events did not cause the extreme polarization in viewpoints, but rather brought already existing bias and acronym and to recognize the resilience and nuanced distinctions between LGBTQIA+ populations. Lastly, divergence into the spotlight and amplified them. Where social work has traditionally functioned to promote there is a need to recognize that each proverbial developmental stage comes with a new task and a new social justice and worked at the macro and micro practice levels of bringing dissimilar groups together to crucible moment that may simultaneously involve self-awareness and the consequences of self-disclosure. resolve conflict, does the level of anger and fear coupled with the level of difference make this impossible? In this training, the presenter aims to provide attendees with thoughtful and authentic insights about the Is this overt conflict and intolerance the new ‘us’ or a painful milestone in a journey leading to increased challenges of being and serving LGBTQIA+ populations, and understand the importance of utilizing a tolerance? What role(s) can social workers play? strengths and resiliency framework to provide care. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this advanced course, participants will be able to: Relevant Ethical Codes: 1.01 Commitment to Clients; 1.04 Competence; 6.04 Social and Political Action; 1. Use a social justice framework to examine the positions of the major players in recent conflicts and 1.05 Cultural Awareness and Social Diversity examine the impact of social institutions: families, communities, churches, and the media on positions Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to: becoming entrenched and inflexible. 1. Provide an overview of the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals 2. Evaluate the core values inherent in social work as a profession and compare these to the positions 2. Frame these challenges within both a trauma-informed care and minority stress framework expressed by social institutions and groups active in recent events. 3. Highlight key ethical challenges related to the provision of care 3. Examine how popular conflict resolutions models might be employed at the individual, family and 4. Offer recommendations and best practices to effective engagement and care community levels to reduce fear/stress and improve likelihood for healing and increased tolerance. CE: 3 Category I CE: 3 Category I Cost: $45 for members; $65 for non-members Cost: $45 for members; $65 for non-members Please Note: This workshop qualifies for the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners’ 3-hour ethics requirement for license renewal #2695 LIVE WEBINAR – Addressing Isolation in Private Practice through an Ethical Lens Date: Monday, June 14 2021; 9:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. (login from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.) #2708 LIVE WEBINAR – More Than a Job - It’s a Lifestyle: Why Social Workers Should Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location Develop an Understanding of Military Culture Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared Date: Wednesday, June 9, 2021; 5:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. (login from 5:00 – 5:30 p.m.) Presenter: Dionne Brown Bushrod, LCSW-C Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location Owner, Prosperity Redefined, LLC Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared Synopsis: Private Practice can be rewarding yet isolating. Whether the business is in its infancy or aging, Presenter: Dwayne L. Buckingham, Ph.D., LCSW-C, BCD making decisions and floating ideas about where to go with business and clinical decisions is often vetted President & CEO, Buckingham Consulting Group, LLC by a party of one, the private practitioner. In an interactive and supportive environment, the facilitator and Training Specialist, Child Welfare Academy, University of Maryland-Baltimore workshop participants will address common potential ethical violations in private practice. Synopsis: In increasing numbers social workers are working with and treating active duty members, Learning Objectives: By the end of the training, participants will: veterans, and their family members. As active duty service members transition into civilian life and embrace 1. Assess their ethical responsibilities using Maryland Social Work Regulations Code of Ethics 10.42.03 to the distinguished title of veteran, it is imperative that social workers and other mental health professionals discuss professional competency seek the necessary knowledge to treat and support our heroes. By developing a deeper understanding of 2.. Understand standards of practice, and responsibilities to clients, the military culture social workers are better equipped to develop stronger therapeutic alliances with service 3. Understand Specifics of 03 Responsibilities to Clients, 05 Relationships, and 06 Standards of Practice. members and veterans, which in turn can lead to more effective treatment outcomes. The presenters will CE: 3 Category I provide participants with a basic framework for understanding military culture including how the military Cost: $45 for members; $65 for non-members is organized, its core values, beliefs, customs, ranks, socialization patterns, language, gender roles, and Please Note: This workshop qualifies for the 3 hour ethics requirement by the Maryland behavior norms. Participants will be encouraged to explore their own values and beliefs in the context of BSWE For license renewal. serving active duty members, veterans, and their family members. Learning Objectives: At the conclusion of the workshop, participants will be able to: #2699 LIVE WEBINAR – Transformational Leadership 1. Describe various military branches and explain the differences between Active Duty, Reserve, and the Date: Tuesday, June 15, 2021; 9:00 am. – 12:45 p.m. (Sign in from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.) National Guard. Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location 2. Articulate what it means to be part of a military organization and explain reasons for military service and Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared the challenges and opportunities of military life with a focus on implications for direct practice, policy, and Presenter: Ashley McSwain, MSW, MSOD advocacy. President, Consultants for Change, Inc. 3. Explain various levels of diversity that exist within the military and compare the lifestyles and issues of Synopsis: This workshop was developed in response to the call for strong leaders with the capability to lead service members, veterans, and their family members with their civilian counterparts. in ever-changing business environments with clear vision; and will foster a motivated, productive workforce 4. Identify treatment expansion opportunities to better serve vulnerable populations such as active duty committed to achieving an organization’s competitive advantage. service members and veterans. Learning Objectives: This workshop will introduce emerging and experienced leaders to: CE: 3 Cat.1 1. Transformational leadership practices, including the ability to create a shared vision. Cost: $45.00 for members; $65 for non-members 2. Differing leadership styles and sources of leadership power. 3. Processes that deepen awareness of beliefs, assumptions and perceptions to influence leadership, and #2694 LIVE WEBINAR - Ethical Decision Making: A Crisis Intervention Approach common obstacles to effective leadership. Date: Thursday, June 10, 2021; 8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. (login from 8:30 am – 9:00 am) CE: 3 Category I Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location Cost: $45 for members; $65 for non-members Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared Presenter: Veronica Cruz, LCSW-C #2701 LIVE WEBINAR – A Framework for Thinking Ethically CEO, Cruz and Associates, LLC Date: Tuesday, June 22, 2021; 5:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. (login from 5:00 – 5:30 p.m.) Synopsis: When involved in a crisis, time is of the essence and often social workers are called to Location: Virtual Event – No physical location quickly triage a situation. The margin for error can be small or extensive depending on the situation, and Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared environmental elements can affect ethical decision-making processes and the approach applied. This Presenter: Ed Geraty, LCSW-C workshop will explore appropriate ethical decision-making processes in a crisis situation/intervention. Issues Supervisor of Behavioral Health, MUMH explored will be: code of ethics, decision making during crisis/stress, ethical decision making framework Synopsis: Have you ever had an ethical dilemma? Have you ever wondered if you made the right ethical model, and best practice techniques. A focus will be on analzying various ethical codes: Maryland Board of decision? Is ethics just a way of thinking used in professional practice or is it a way of life? When do Social Work Examiners (Title 10.03, .04 & .06) to the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics individuals begin to think ethically? Defining what ethics is and is not in daily practice can be difficult for the (1.01 - 1.04, 1.07, 2.03, 2.05 & 3.02. An emphasis will be placed on best practice techniques for ethical practicing social worker. Sometimes ethical decisions have to be made quickly. The presenter focuses on a decision-making, allowing participants to engage a variety of different intervention techniques. This is an variety of processes to help us define what ethics is and is not, reviews the sources used to determine an interactive workshop where case vignettes will be presented, and participants will work in a group setting. ethical point of reference, and proposes a series of questions to help determine ethical responses to daily Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this advanced course, participants will be able to: decision making. This workshop is based on Social Workers’ Ethical Responsibilities to the Social Work 1.Increase their knowledge of various ethical decision-making interventions/ techniques that are both cost Profession in the COE (5.01 Integrity of the Profession- 5.01a; 5.01b; 5.01c & 5.01d). effective and practical; Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course participants will be able to: 2.Articulate the connection between appropriately applied crisis intervention techniques and successful 1. Define what ethics is and is not. results, outcome-based measures; 2. Learn the sources generally used to determine an ethical point of reference. 3. Will be able to identify practice techniques and relate it to one’s own clinical setting; 3. Learn the stages of moral development. 4. Participants will be able to articulate essential clinical skills needed to conduct ethical decisions relating to 4. Create a process for ethical decision-making in daily life. crisis intervention. CE: 3 Category I CE: 3 Cat. I Cost: $45 for members; $65 for non-members Cost: $45.00 for members; $65 for non-members Please Note: This workshop qualifies for the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners’ Please Note: This workshop qualifies for the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners’ 3-hour ethics requirement for license renewal. 3-hour ethics requirement for license renewal. CONTINUING ED Continued on page 13 SPRING EDITION | 2021 The Maryland Social Worker Page 13

#2696 LIVE WEBINAR - Communication for Better Results in the Workplace Learning Objectives: By the end of this training, participants will be able to: (Supervision) 1. Examine styles of communicating Date: Thursday, June 24, 2021; 9:00 a.m – 12:45 p.m. (login from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.) 2. Explore common barriers to effective communication Location: Live, Interactive, Real-Time Webinar. No physical location 3. Learn how to be more assertive in your communication Read important information listed at the top of first page of Continuing Ed to be prepared 4. Develop a toolkit for communicating for results Presenter: Pamela Love Manning, MSW, Ph.D. CE: 3 Category I Certified coach, speaker, author, & founder, The Finishers Network Cost: $45 for members; $65 for non-members Synopsis: The purpose of this half-day training is to enhance the communication skills of human services Please Note: This workshop qualifies for the MD BSWE’s 3 hour supervision (for supervisors) professionals. Staff and supervisors are often managing up, down and/or across. People often experience requirement for license renewal frustration when their communication doesn’t lead to their or the organization’s desired results. This training will explore strategies for more effective communication with management and supervisees.

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The placement of an advertising encouraged to apply if supervision is required for growing LCSW-C*) and be in good standing.May work remotely PART TIME PSYCHOTHERAPIST order constitutes an acceptance of all of the rates and your practice. Interviews will be conducted remotely. Visit or on-site - your choice! Prackind, a group practice in Lanham, Maryland conditions under which advertising is sold at this time. us at: https://www.yourhealthconcierge.org The practice is open Monday - Sunday daytime and is looking for part time psychotherapists to join us. evenings. You can essentially make your own schedule Supervision and consultation is provided. Visit www. The Maryland Chapter also publishes a quarterly CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER (LCSW-C) as long as you are available during our operating hours. prackind.com for more information and to apply. newsletter, The Maryland Social Worker Founded by a medical social worker in 1922, Mt. See your clients and complete clinical notes using our Publication dates are: EMR. Scheduling, billing, and other administrative duties Washington Pediatric Hospital provides children with THERAPISTS/PROGRAM MANAGER (FT AND PT) Winter Edition (January-March ) Deadline: January 1 complex medical issues the integrated care they need, will be completed for you. The Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) Spring Edition (April-June) Deadline: April 1 combining sophisticated medical care with a family- Requirements: Summer Edition (July-September) Deadline: July 1 friendly atmosphere. We support families to ensure that is growing and we are seeking qualified professionals to • MUST be fully licensed (LCPC, LCSW-C) with join our team. We have (full-time and part-time) openings Fall Edition (October-December) Deadline: October 1 the healing continues‚ even after the hospital stay. minimum of 2 years experience The next issue of our newsletter, THE MARYLAND The Clinical Social Worker provides comprehensive throughout the DMV area for experienced licensed mental • Ability to become credentialed with major insurance health professionals. SOCIAL WORKER is the Summer 2021 edition with an social work services (inpatient and outpatient) for companies advertisement deadline of July 1. patients and care management services to those in Professionals who are passionate about supporting • Complete CAQH application children and their families who have experience in foster clinical programs. 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Clinicians have the nityDetail?opportunityId=c6fa3692-07fa-4c1b-bf70- choice to work from home or to use our office space in LCSW-C to join multidisciplinary practice in Columbia. 578ba2a55830 order to have a quiet space to provide teletherapy. Experience with children preferred. Supervision MSW/LMSW provided. Contact Scott at [email protected] Martin's House & Barn is seeking an MSW/LMSW to LCSW-Cs NEEDED LOOKING FOR LCSW-Cs join our organization in rural Ridgely, MD, $50K+ (DOE), Matrix Providers is hiring for an LCSW-C to join our team LCSW-C, LCPC, LGPC AND LMSW excellent benefits. Website: www.martinshouseandbarn. Safe Harbor Christian Counseling is currently accepting at Fort Belvoir Community Hospital in Fort Belvoir, VA. Busy, well-established group practice is looking for a full- org. If interested, please contact Ms. Cooper-Rodriguez licensed LCSW-Cs resumes for independent contractor Apply at https://jobs.matrixproviders.com/#/jobs/10166 time therapist to join our team. Our office is located in at 510-350-6249. positions in Maryland. Positions available in the following or send resume to [email protected]. areas: Bel Air, White Marsh, Towson, Ellicott City, the Rotunda in Baltimore City, although we are currently using telehealth. Email resume and letter of interest to LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST - PSYD/ Waldorf, Bowie, Upper Marlboro, Silver Spring. Looking LCSW-C EASTERN SHORE [email protected] or fax to (484) 805-7166. LCSW-C for competent clinicians who integrate strong clinical Shore Neurocognitive Health, LLC is seeking a interventions with the ability to work with children, Your Health Concierge, Inc. serving DC, MD & VA has psychotherapist to join our vibrant and growing practice adolescents, and/or adults. We offer flexible hours, LMSW multiple immediate openings for full-time or part-time serving the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Located in autonomy, telehealth and in-person sessions. Our Mays Family Therapy LLC is a growing and established licensed psychologist (Ph.D., Psy.D) or licensed mental Easton, Maryland, we are an office-based psychotherapy 40-person administrative office will assist you in setting private practice, seeking PT licensed social work health therapist (LCSW-C, LPC, LMFT) to join our practice focused on the issues adults face as they age. up scheduled appointments and supporting you in the therapists. Clinical responsibilities include the provision fast-growing wellness team and provide a variety of Teletherapy or in-person sessions supported. This is a field. Part-time and full-time opportunities available with of counseling services. Clinical Supervision and therapy options for adults over the age of 18. 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To learn more about our addition to our clinical practice, we have a Center for practice, visit: https://snhealth.net CLASSIFIEDS Cont. on page 15 SPRING EDITION | 2021 The Maryland Social Worker Page 15 Camille Wheeler, retired Baltimore County Social Services chief, dies ur profession lost a gi- persperger. best decisions, not always perfect decisions, ant when long-time mem- “This followed the tragic death of a child, but the best decisions.” ber and leader of our chap- although at the time the county executive Ms. Linsenmeyer also said, “Camille was ter, Camille Wheeler died emphasized her independent spirit and un- never shy about her opinions. They were Oin March. She was president of the Mary- willingness to bend her beliefs to fit his own based on good information but not always land Chapter from 1991-1993, a mem- agenda,” said Ms. Schagrin. “Some may re- well received.” ber of NASW-MD PACE and the legisla- gard Ms. Wheeler as outspoken to a fault.” Ms. Wheeler was recalled for teaching ca- tive committee. During her long career A 1998 Baltimore Sun editorial said that reer. “Camille was a dedicated teacher who she also served on the national board of [Ms. Wheeler’s] “fall likely has more to do held her students, as well as faculty, to high NASW. Her obituary, published in the with her fervent independence clashing with standards,” said Geoffrey Greif, a professor Baltimore Sun, is below: the executive’s preference for teamwork and at the School of Social Work. “She knew a his desire to exercise his own personality great deal about the child welfare system and Camille Wheeler, retired Baltimore and beliefs in the social services realm.” brought her tremendous knowledge forward County Social Services chief, dies The newspaper’s editorial also said, “Ms. to the benefit of us all.” Camille Wheeler Wheeler’s competence and dedication is not Ms. Wheeler also served on many boards, By Jacques Kelly in question. She is highly regarded by the including board memberships for the League reprinted from the Baltimore Sun uation coincided with race riots and pro- Child Welfare League of America.” of Women Voters and the Pro Bono Coun- Mar 27, 2021 at 3:48 PM tests,” said Ms. Schagrin. “Camille was an “To know Camille was to respect and seling Program. Camille Baudot Wheeler, who headed integrationist who found her point of view cherish her opinions, always rendered gently “She was very cultured and erudite. She Baltimore County’s Department of Social wasn’t welcome and as she said, didn’t fit in but based on deep understanding of what- loved the arts and the Baltimore Sympho- Services, died of pancreatic cancer Tuesday with the times.” ever issues she was addressing,” said Ms. ny Orchestra. She enjoyed plays at Cen- at her home in Towson. She was 80. She returned Baltimore and joined the old Schagrin, a fellow social worker. “She was ter Stage, and she had a special place in her She was credited with creating a pioneer- Baltimore City Department of Public Wel- self-effacing woman. Ms. Wheeler was not heart for the Walters Art Museum,” said Ms. ing specialized independent-living program fare. one for the limelight or attention despite her Schagrin. for youth aging out of foster care, a sexu- In a memoir, Ms. Wheeler said she discov- many accomplishments, and the impact she She was an avid traveler and read newspa- al abuse investigation and treatment center, ered she “had no business mucking around had on so many. pers. She belonged to the Hamilton Street and services for women in the county jail. in people’s lives without any background.” “She had strong views about the high Club and was its assistant treasurer and Born in Richmond, Virginia, and raised She enrolled in the then-new Universi- quality of services. She made a requirement member of the French Table. She was also in Alabama, she was the daughter of Frank ty of Maryland School of Social Work and that her social workers had a master’s degree an advocate for immigrants. W. Wheeler, a civil engineer and teacher, earned a master’s degree. She specialized in and a license. She felt our clients needed the “Camille was like my adopted mother. and his wife, Camille Baudot, a homemaker. social policy and community organizing. best-trained, educated professionals,” said She gave me numerous opportunities as a She left Alabama to attend Goucher Col- She went on to be a caseworker, training Ms. Schagrin. new immigrant from Colombia. We devel- lege in 1959. specialist, and Hampden district manager. From 1998 to 2016, Ms. Wheeler taught oped a close relationship over 18 years,” said “Growing up, she led what she de- She worked under the city’s former social social policy, management and community Carol Velandia, who teaches at the Universi- scribes as a privileged and sheltered life,” service director, Esther Lazarus. She also organization at her alma mater, the Univer- ty of Maryland School of Social Work. “She said a friend and former co-worker, Judith worked with former Sen. Barbara Mikulski, sity of Maryland School of Social Work. showed me the ropes and infused in the val- Schagrin. “While attending Goucher, she who was also been a social worker. “She took the time to talk to me as a ues I am today.” learned about the consequences of racism She became the director of the Baltimore young social worker,” said Debra Linsen- Survivors include her husband of 42 years, and discrimination in the era of civil rights County Department of Social Services in meyer, an administrator at the School of So- Bill Marshall, a retired Baltimore County involvement. 1979 and remained in that position until be- cial Work. “She helped me be a much brav- industrial arts teacher. “Her return home to Alabama after grad- ing forced into retirement after clashing in er decision-maker. She helped me make the A memorial service is being planned. 1998 with County Executive Dutch Rup- CLASSIFIEDS Publication of an advertisement does not constitute endorsement or approval of any product or service advertised, or any point of view, standard, or opinion presented therein. The Maryland Chapter-NASW is not responsible for any claims made in an advertisement appearing in its publications.

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May - July 2021 January 2021 Diamond Moore Mavlyn Bazil Susan Morita All meetings are virtual, for log-in information Ashley Carries Letethia Nathan contact [email protected] Michelle Chao Olivia Nuss Katherine Clausen Nuala Oleary Kimberly Cobb Abisola Osifade MAY Gabriella Delpo Elaine Reed Cheri Reulet Sat., 8th 9:30 a.m. Chapter Board Meeting Margaret Early Carrie Freshour Jamie Rosen Wed., 12th 4:00 p.m. Social Work in Schools (SWIS) Claire Fuller Marielle Rubeor Lolamae Russell Fri., 14th 10:30 a.m. BSWE Open Meeting (see BSWE website) Megan Fulton Jasmine Gayle Gloria Saez 12:30 p.m. Chapter Ethics Comm. (CEC) Jennifer Hyde Nicole Smith Mon., 17th 6:00 p.m. Macro Committee Mary McKelvie Caitlin Sullivan Emily Metzger Wouhib Tamrat Thurs., 20th 4:30 p.m. Student/Faculty Liaison Meeting Fatmata Tejan Samantha Morgan Brooke VonStein Mon., 24th Chapter Election begins Amanda Page Shandra Wilkerson Concetta Pucci Tues, 25th 6:00 p.m. SWUR- Social Workers Unravelling Racism Jenna Williams Phyllis Randle Wed., 26th 5:30 p.m. Legislative Committee Anita Yawson Michelle Ross Charissa Young Colleen Snitzer Sarah Zaccaria JUNE Dwayne Speaks Tues, 1st 5:00 p.m. Committee on Aging Lauren Spivey Kristin Sweeney March 2021 Fri, 4th 10:00 a.m. Private Practice Comm. Malyn Thomas Jennifer Aguglia Christina Aiello 11:30 a.m. Priv. Prac . Peer Consultation Susie Thompson Tawanda Torres Emily Barb Fri., 11th 10:30 a.m. BSWE Open Meeting Stephanie Walker Heidi Bell Thurs., 17th 4:30 p.m. Student/Faculty Liaison Meeting Penny Walters Britney Benson Hannalee Billings Mon., 21st 6:00 p.m. Macro Committee Kachina Wells Germaine Whitehead Brandi Buckley Tues, 22nd 6:00 p.m. SWUR- Social Workers Unravelling Racism Kimberly Williams-Gross Jenny Cachaya Francine Woodcock John Caruso Wed., 30th 5:30 p.m. Legislative Committee Adriana Collins Nicholas Collins February 2021 Terri Collins-Green Dawn Baskin JULY Sandra Crespin-Melgar Denee Bottoms Alicia Deligianis Fri, 2nd 10:00 a.m. Private Practice Comm. Shaina Boyd Elizabeth Diehl Alison Brown 11:30 a.m. Priv. Prac. Peer Consultation Latonya Epps Rebecca Brown Easter Falodun Mon., 5th OFFICE CLOSED observance of Independence Day Angelica Burr Bethany Ferguson Alex Byrne Fri., 9th 10:30 a.m. BSWE Open Meeting Stephanie Fernandez Brenda Carrington Ayoka Jack Wed, 14th 4:00 p.m. Social Work in Schools (SWIS) Monica Chase Mary Jackson Mon., 19th 6:00 p.m. Macro Committee Shayna Chu 0rch Ryan King Sharisse Crawley Tues, 27th 6:00 p.m. SWUR- Social Workers Unravelling Racism Allison Kirsch Patricia Davis Daneal Knight-McCoy Wed., 28th 5:30 p.m. Legislative Comm. Brittney Dorsey Cheryl Knoppel-Hanlon Elsy Estrada Tianna Knox Michela Fabrizio Georgette Lake Cara Falco Olivia Lakes Heidi Gripp Josefine Mazzaferri Arisa Harper Melanie McCoy Sandra Henry Renee McDonald Cindy Holden Selena Meetze Sheliza Inasi Brianna Nelson Marchelle Johnson Angela Perry-Hall Claudette Jordon Mona Rajaei Lisa Joy Stacey Russell Everyone Has a Story: Kaitlin Kennedy Anne Ruwe Nickolaus King Paris Smith Tell Us Yours! Jim Krebs Brieanna Smith Do you have ’war stories’ from the field that you would like to share? The Maryland Rebecca LaFleur Michele Stanton Social Worker is a good place to start. Members frequently tell us how much they Amanda Leal Bruce Tisdale would like to know what fellow social workers are experiencing. We welcome and Sophie Lee Anais Ventura encourage members to submit articles for publication. Articles should be directed to: Lisa Lusby Amanda Watkins Jocelyn Malone Tamara Whittleton Jenni Williams - [email protected] Sean Maloney Isabella Wise Director of Communications and Continuing Education Pamela Miller Jessica Wise NASW-MD Chapter Jenna Miller Atara Ziffer 5750 Executive Dr. Suite 100 • Baltimore, MD 21228