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NASW Standards for Social Work Practice in Health Care Settings

WEBSince the early 20th century, social work has been an integral component of the U.S. health care system, and the profession continues to play a leadership role in the psychosocial aspects of health care. Today, social workers are present in settings across the health care continuum, including prevention and public health, primary and acute care, specialty …

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Certified Social Worker in Health Care (C-SWHC)

WEBSocial workers in health care respond to the ever changing needs of those engaged in health care services by modifying and expanding methods for providing services. Social work activities are focused on the biopsychosocial components of health and/or mental health from a strengths perspective. Additionally, social workers in this specialty

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Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Marketplace Open …

WEBOpen enrollment for the Affordable Care Act health insurance marketplace begins November 1, 2023, and goes through January 15, 2024. To secure coverage for January 1, 2024, individuals must enroll by December 15, 2023. This is a crucial year for social workers to help individuals and families connect to health insurance coverage.

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NASW-NJ & University Field Placement Partnerships FY 2020-21

WEBNASW-NJ & University Field Placement Partnerships . FY 2020-21 . Overview: In response to the international COVID -19 pandemic and new realities facing social work education and students in the field, the NASW -NJ has created a student series, programs and engagement opportunities for students

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Clinical Social Work

WEBClinical social work is a specialty practice area of social work which focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illness, emotional, and other behavioral disturbances. Individual, group and family therapy are common treatment modalities. Social workers who provide these services are required to be licensed or

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Social Workers Promote Healthy Minds and Bodies

WEBClinical social workers are one of the nation’s largest groups of providers of mental health services, helping people overcome depression, anxiety and other disorders. Social workers also work within the health care profession, helping people deal with personal and social factors that affect health and wellness.

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Behavioral Health

WEBSocial work practice in behavioral health promotes well-being through by assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illness, substance use, and other addictions. Social work practice in behavioral health incorporates knowledge of human behavior, sociology, psychiatry, psychology, and many other social science disciplines.

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Sample: Thank you letter following a job interview

WEBMarie Powell, DSW, LCSW: 5248 Herbert Avenue New York, NY 48754 212-356-6589 [email protected]. May 5, 2009

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Health Specialty Practice Section

WEBHealth Specialty Practice Section. We are social workers in the healthcare profession that address the psychosocial components of health and mental health. Examples of areas of service: acute care, clinical work, depression, case management, pediatrics, chronic care, oncology, aging, substance abuse, advocacy, administration, rehabilitation and

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www.socialworkers.org > News > Facts > Social Workers

WEBSocial work is a profession for those with a strong desire to help improve people’s lives. Social workers assist people by helping them cope with issues in their everyday lives, deal with their relationships, and solve personal and family problems. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were more than 715,000 social workers in the

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Congress introduces legislation to improve access to clinical social

WEBWASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) applauds Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), John Barrasso (R-WY), Representatives Barbara Lee (D-CA), and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) for reintroducing the Improving Access to Mental Health Act, a bicameral and bipartisan bill that would boost the rate that …

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NASW Recognizes the Importance of Mental Health Awareness

WEBTaking part in Mental Health Awareness Month allows for a safe and supportive space for individuals, families, and communities to discuss and address mental health challenges. NASW would like to thank social workers for their commitment to promoting mental health awareness and well-being in their communities. NASW …

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Community Mental Wellness and Resilience Act of 2023 Introduced

WEBH.R. 3073/S. 1452, the bipartisan Community Mental Wellness and Resilience Act of 2023 (CMWRA), is a landmark bill that will fund community-led initiatives that use a public health approach to prevent and heal mental health problems caused by toxic stresses, emergencies, and disasters. A Congressional briefing was held on July …

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Payment of Health Behavior Assessment and Intervention Services …

WEBOn November 2, 2024, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the final rule for the 2024 Medicare Physician Payment Schedule. NASW is happy to inform its members that the final rule reported that clinical social workers, beginning January 1, 2024, will be reimbursed for Health Behavior Assessment and Intervention Services (HBAI) …

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Standards for Palliative and End of Life Care

WEBStandard 1. Ethics and Values. The values, ethics, and standards of both the profession and contemporary bioethics shall guide social workers practicing in palliative and end of life care. The NASW Code of Ethics (NASW, 2000) is one of several essential guides to ethical decision making and practice.

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Professional Benefits

WEBEarn NASW specialty credentials in addictions, case management, gerontology, school social work, health care, hospice and palliative care, youth and families, and military social work. NASW members save more than $280 on the initial specialty certification fee and up to $300+ on the renewal certification fee.

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Explore Social Work

WEBExplore Social Work. Social work is an excellent career choice for those who care about human dignity and social justice. The field is as diverse as the individuals, families, and communities we serve. Learn about the many career paths in the field, how to get started on a social work career path.

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Highlights for Social Workers in the Medicare 2024 Physician Fee …

WEBOn November 2, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the final rule for the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) (CMS–1784–P). The PFS is a listing of fees used by Medicare to reimburse Medicare providers. It addresses changes to Medicare Part B payment policies to ensure that payment systems are updated to reflect …

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Billing and Coding News for Clinical Social Workers

WEBThere have been several coding changes for private practitioners who are licensed as clinical social workers to diagnose and treat mental illness. This document outlines two recent major coding updates on prolonged services and behavioral health integration (BHI) that clinical social workers should be aware of when filing a claim for …

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COVID-19 Related News Items

WEBviolence, older adults, and those without adequate housing or transportation. America’s 700,000-strong corps of social workers specialize in addressing these social determinants of health.Their contributions will be crucial to ensuring

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Reproductive Rights Are Human Rights

WEBNASW affirms all individuals have a right to bodily autonomy, that abortion is health care, and that all individuals have the right to freedom of choice in accessing essential health care services most especially their reproductive health. The U.S. Supreme Court on June 24, 2022, revoked Roe v. Wade, and various states have enacted, or are

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