Last week, I had a post about Religion and Spirituality as a Source of Strength for African Americans based upon Dr. Jonathan Singer’s podcast Incorporating Religion and Spirituality into Social Work Practice with African Americans in which he interviewed Dr. Nancy Boyd-Franklin. Today, I thought of continuing that discussion by sharing some of the suggestions […]
Religion and Spirituality as a Source of Strength for African Americans
Last week, the idea of using Hip Hop music as a way of establishing rapport with urban youth in Music as a Means of Establishing Rapport was discussed. I thought it would be interesting to extend this discussion by looking at ways social workers can include religion and spirituality into the conversation with a client. To […]
Music as a Means of Establishing Rapport
Yesterday I listened to a Living Proof podcast from the University of Buffalo’s School of Social Work. The interviewees were Drs. Raphael Travis and Anne Deepak and they spoke about Empowerment in Context: Lessons from Hip Hop Culture for Social Work Practice. Drs. Travis and Deepak had an interesting point of view about Hip Hop […]
LCSW Requirements: Social Work Licensing & Practice Options (Part II)
Wondering what comes after the LMSW? This guide explains LCSW requirements, supervised clinical hours, exam expectations, and practice options so you can plan your next steps.
LMSW Requirements: Social Work Licensing Explained (Part I)
LMSW licensing requirements can feel overwhelming. This guide breaks down education, exam expectations, and state level considerations so you know exactly what is required to move forward.
How Much Do Social Workers Earn?
To answer this question, I looked at figures from two sources: the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and Indeed.com. Regretfully, both sources seem to provide different numbers… According to a 2009 study commissioned by the NASW (results of which were released in May 2010), social workers with less than 5 years experience have a […]
Occupational Outlook for Social Workers
Based upon the Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job prospects are expected to be favorable within the social work industry over the next several years. Overall, within the social work field, employment is expected to grow at a rate of 16%, faster than the average (12%) for […]
8 Career Success Strategies
Several years ago, I had the opportunity to hear Sheila Wellington, the author of Be Your Own Mentor: Strategies from Top Women on the Secrets of Success, and the president of Catalyst, speak at an author speaking event. I remember feeling very impressed by what she had to share. Hence I bought her book and […]
55+ Social Work Career Resources: Job Search, Salary & Development Tools
Whether you’re exploring the field of social work, preparing for licensure, or actively job searching, having the right resources can make all the difference. This comprehensive guide brings together 55+ carefully curated social work career resources in one place. You’ll find everything from major job boards and employment agencies to salary calculators that help you understand your worth. We’ve included professional associations for networking and continuing education, licensing information for every state, and specialized resources for various social work practice areas. From NASW and ASWB to niche organizations like the Society for Social Work Leadership in Health Care, these vetted resources support social workers at every career stage. Bookmark this guide as your go-to reference for career advancement, job searching, professional development, and staying connected to the broader social work community.
Bipolar Disorder Brought to Life
As is the norm for most classes in graduate school for social work, we had to write a final paper at the end of the Human Behavior III class that I took this summer. Human Behavior III is essentially the equivalent of Abnormal Psychology in many other programs in which one learns about the different […]
