From the Pen of NASW-Nevada Board President; Rebecca Rogers, Ph.D., LMSW, M.Ed.   Hello NASW-NV members,   It is my honor and pleasure to serve as your next board president, and I welcome the opportunity to lead our organization into the future. As an active, engaged member since 2003, I’ve leaned into the wealth of professional resources, leadership opportunities, advocacy work, learning, and relationship building that NASW provides. I’ve served on various committees and been a board member in several roles since 2004 as well, including most recently that of Board Secretary (2019-2021).   I have worked as a licensed social worker in Nevada since 2001, with experience across all age groups and disciplines. I’ve been inspired by this work since my first encounter with a caring social worker who was a fierce advocate for my own family when we needed one. To this day, advocacy factors as a central component of my professional and personal life. Every day, I advocate for the needs of students who struggle to find their own pathways and access the right resources. Through my work at the Center for Academic Enrichment and Outreach (The Center) as director of UNLV GEAR UP, I provide leadership, guidance, and resources on post-secondary options to underrepresented youth in Clark County.   I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from Southern Illinois University. I’m also a two-time alumnus of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, earning a Master’s in Social Work in 2005 and my Ph. D in Workforce Development and Organizational Leadership in 2018. In 2018, I was also appointed to the Nevada State Rehabilitation Council by the governor to serve as a Disability Advocate. I was reappointed in December 2022, and still serve in this role. The combination of my education, professional experience, and personal commitment will allow me to bring a unique perspective to this position to move our chapter forward.   During my term as board president, I promise you three things: honesty, integrity, and transparency. My focus will be to increase our strategic partnerships, leverage our relationships with our universities, and work to increase our membership. We have work to do to attract and sustain engagement within our membership. Once we have ALL hands on deck, we will be unstoppable!   I am passionate about supporting our community and doing what I can to advocate for those in need, both here in Nevada and beyond. Thank you for trusting me, I don't take this lightly! We are a team; let's continue the work that needs to be done!!     Rebecca S. Rogers, Ph.D Board President   Rebecca     Thursday, November 2 & Friday, November 3, 2023   11.0 Live Virtual CEUs Available Ethics, Cultural Competency and Suicide Prevention!   Register Today!   Dates: Thursday, November 2 & Friday, November 3, 2023 Times: Thursday | 9:00 am–2:30 pm Friday | 9:00 am–2:30 pm Registration: Conference registration is not live: Register Today! Schedule and Classes:   Online Version: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/2023nasw/schedule  PDF Version:  https://static.pheedloop.com/media/events/EVESDMRTGYSIK/files/UKzFgvIR_819707.pdf   CEUs: Up to 11.0 CEUs available including CEUs fulfilling requirements for ethics, cultural competency, and suicide prevention!     Advertise: Promote your organization in our Exhibit Hall, the Conference Marketing Brochure, or Co-Sponsorship! Click here to learn more and sign-up to exhibit. Register as an Attendee!  Committee/Task Forces 2023-2024   The NASW-Nevada Chapter seeks volunteers in every part of the state to volunteer on chapter committees or task forces to support events and chapter priorities. NASW is your association. Why not take advantage of all the opportunities it has to offer? Within each of our regions are ongoing leadership opportunities, CEU workshops, and networking events organized just for you. NASW-Nevada is your networking link to what’s going on in your community and the social work profession at large. This is your professional organization—make the most of your membership, and get involved!   Consider joining one of the many committees and task forces within the NASW-Nevada Chapter.   For 2023-2024 they include:   Licensure Task Force - Review current existing licensure practices and make recommendations to the state on how to streamline licensure, create a more equitable path, and support Nevada students. In formation*   Conference Committee - assists in education review, promotes the event, and solicit sponsor/exhibitors. In formation*   Rural/Frontier Committee - standing committee tasked with looking for ways to better integrate rural social workers into the association. Currently Active. Summer Hiatius starts June 1st.   Racial Equity Committee - standing committee tasked with reviewing current issues around racial equity. Currently Active.   Membership and Community Outreach Committee - standing committee to work with community partners to further recruit members and inform the social work profession on NASW activities. In formation*   *Committees that are designated as "in formation" are committees that are currently not meeting but in which the association will be launching when needed or the applicable time period arrives. Committees marked "currently active", are currently meeting and have a formal charge.   Additional opportunities and task forces may be added throughout the year as needed by the Board of Directors. Updated opportunities will be reflected on the NASW-NV website and via email news blasts.   If you're interested in serving on one of these advisory groups, please complete an NASW-Nevada Committee Volunteer interest form.   Upcoming Committee Meetings!   Rural/Frontier Social Work Committee - Second Tuesday of every month, 5:00 PM. Summer Hiatius starts June 1st. Racial Equity Committee - Second Monday every month, 6:00 PM   Email admin.naswnv@socialworkers.org to Join the meetings! Call for Workshop Speakers!   Are you a speaker? or an expert in your field? We are looking for speakers for our NASW-Nevada-hosted Education workshops. We have openings for August, September, and October.     Topics can include but not limited to: Substance Abuse/Use Social Justice LGBTQ+ Issues Workplace Conflict Management Ethics Aging Child Abuse/Family Violence Children, Youth, & Families Clinical/Behavioral Health Spirituality/Mind-Body Wellness   If you or someone you know would be interested use the form below to connect with us!   Sign up here: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/x5oe7n115szsiw/ NASW-Nevada Hosted Education: 'Free Chol Soo Lee' Film Screening and Discussion   Date: Tuesday, August 15th, at 6pm PT   Venue: The Beverly,   Sponsored by: Nevada Coalition Against the Death Penalty (NASW-NV is a member of the NCADP)    Description: The documentary follows Chol Soo Lee, who was wrongfully convicted of one murder, and then sentenced to death for a self-defense killing while he was in prison. The documentary follows the investigation, conviction, and then release of Chol Soo Lee, and how the Asian American community was galvanized into organizing around the case. This is an important story about our legal system, re-entry into the community after release from prison, and is an example of Asian American political activism.   Presenters: Following the film, there will be a panel discussion with Senator Rochelle Nguyen; David Kakishiba, one of the activists involved in the case; and Professor Stewart Chang, moderated by NVCADP's very own, Randy Fiedler.   Cost: 2 CEUs - $12.00 per ticket. NASW-NV is not charging for the CEU certificate for this event.   SPECIAL NOTE: To acquire CEUs for this event you must sign in at the event AND complete a survey provided by email from the NASW-NV Chapter   Step 1: Purchase your 12.00 film ticket: https://www.thebeverlytheater.com/shows-details?id=318913 Step 2: Email the NASW-NV Chapter that you have purchased a ticket and will be attending. Email us at admin.naswnv@socialworkers.org Step 3: Sign in on a special NASW-NV CEU sign in sheet at the event.  Step 4: Complete a survey from the chapter which will be sent AFTER the event to the email you sent us in Step 2.  Beyond Self-Care: Tending to the Wounded Healer   Date: Friday, September 15th, at 10 am PT   Venue: Zoom   Description: In this field, we are encouraged to practice self-care, but not often encouraged to take a deeper look at what comprises “wellness” and what gets in the way. Professionals are expected to know the latest evidenced-based tools to support clients, but are we practicing what we preach? This is not a fluffy self-care seminar, but rather a call to action designed to challenge participants to step into their own healing with courage. This seminar will invite participants to reflect on their own self-care, their relationship to the larger socio-political landscape, and how each of these areas impacts client outcomes.   Presenter: Sarah Buino is a speaker, teacher, therapist, and the founder of the group therapy practice Head/Heart Therapy and consulting organization Head/Heart Business Therapy. She is a member of the adjunct faculty at Loyola University Chicago.   Sarah hosts the podcast Conversations With a Wounded Healer which examines the role of one’s own healing while being a care-giving professional.   Sign up here: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/z1p8cd1d029hrdp/   Laughter-Therapy   Date: Thursday, October 19th at 5 pm    Location: Zoom   Description: Come laugh along with Julie Devin, LCSW as she helps you cope with stress and burnout! Learn to lighten up and embrace gratitude and the art of not taking oneself so seriously! Don't suppress laughter or it could spread to other parts of your body! Re-discover the 'elf' in yourself and find joy in little life adventures!   Presenter: Julie Devin, LCSW-MRAS has been a humor-related speaker for 30+ years stateside and around the world. She proudly has worked at Sierra Tucson The Betty Ford Center, The Willough and most recently for the U.S. Army in Germany and S. Korea and currently for the U.S. Air Force at Nellis AFB. She embraces gratitude change and loves new adventures. While she takes her work very seriously, she is able to laugh at herself and life's unpredictability She is a world traveler and cat lover. Wheeee!    Sign up here: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/z15qobkw03t5zmp/ News to highlight! NASW Observes Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Month Denise Johnson, LCSW-C, Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work The month of June is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) acknowledges the important role social workers play in treating individuals and families impacted by PTSD.   According to recent statistics from the National Center for PTSD, approximately 5% of adults in the United States experience PTSD in any given year. The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) acknowledges the important role social workers play in treating individuals and families impacted by PTSD.     The following document contains helpful resources and can be found by visiting Tips and Tools for Social Workers at https://www.socialworkers.org/Practice/Tips-and-Tools-for-Social-Workers/NASW-Observes-Post-Traumatic-Stress-Disorder-Month.      Nev. bills address medical aid in dying, trans care Nevada's Senate has approved a measure that would establish criteria, including a terminal illness and fewer than six months to live, to determine who would be eligible for medication to help end their lives. Separate bills in the state would bolster care for transgender people, requiring insurers to pay for treatment related to gender dysphoria and mandating that the Department of Corrections create regulations on the security, supervision, and care of incarcerated people who are trans or gender non-conforming. Full Story: KUNR-FM (Reno, Nev.) (4/21)    HHS steps up efforts to protect patients' privacy The Department of Health and Human Services has issued a regulation to prohibit states' actions "to investigate, sue, or prosecute an individual, a health care provider, or a loved one because that person sought, obtained, provided, or facilitated legal reproductive health care, including abortion." The move is among several designed to enshrine privacy rights in laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. Full Story: The Hill (4/12)    Federal data show an increase in the US suicide rate National Center for Health Statistics data indicates that the US suicide rate rose in 2021 after declining over the previous two years, and death by suicide among men increased across most age groups, with more in 2021 than in the previous two decades. The rate for men was 22.8 deaths per 100,000 people -- about four times higher than the rate for women -- but women were more likely to report suicidal thoughts and make nonfatal suicide attempts. Full Story: The Wall Street Journal (4/11),  WFXT-TV (Dedham, Mass.)   Governments face challenges in push to hire social workers State and local governments are ramping up efforts to hire social workers who can address the mental health and social justice issues affecting communities, but it will likely remain a challenge to fill roles quickly. "There's definitely a demand for social workers, but salary structures are still not great. There's not enough policy-level funding to fit the need," says Nancy Smyth of the University at Buffalo's School of Social Work. Full Story: Fortune (tiered subscription model) (4/11)  Licensing changes coming in 2024:  As of January 1, 2024, ALL licensees must complete two (6.0) CEUs in Cultural Competency, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion during their CEU collection cycle. These CEUs are an addition to the mandated CEUs on suicide prevention that you upload with your renewals now. Read the Approved content for Diversity CEUs       Your Nevada chapter is here to help! Check out some of the on-demand classes that meet this new requirement!   A Conversation About Healing Racism This Northeastern District cultural competency CEU Virtual Training will explore and discuss how racism has shaped our personal and professional lives.   Credit(s):1.5 CEU Course Number: IL20200715 Duration:1 hour 26 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase Non-Member $38.00 - Member $23.00   Sign up here ----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/48db64db-e240-46d3-9994-5b04ebe6878e   Suicide Prevention: Black Youth Lives Matter Too! In the last several decades, suicide attempts among black adolescents has increased by 73% while attempts among white youth have decreased. Why aren't we sounding the alarm and doing more to raise awareness of this crisis? During this workshop, we will discuss the additional challenges faced by black youth, explore strategies to break down barriers, increase cultural competency amongst providers and the role of racial socialization as a protective strategy in reducing suicide attempts amongst black youth.   Credit(s): 3 Suicide, Diversity / Social & Cultural Competence Course Number: NYS20220819 Original Program Date: August 19, 2022 Duration:2 hours 47 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase Non-Member $75.00 - Member $30.00   Sign up here ---> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/7c1d4f95-81bc-407f-b96e-ca8974308e26     LGBTQ+ Equity, Diversity, Inclusion: “Somewhere” Over the Rainbow" The National Institutes of Health have designated sexual and gender minorities (SGM), also known as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, Two-Spirit, intersex, and other people. The National Institutes of Health have designated sexual and gender minorities (SGM), also known as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, Two-Spirit, intersex, and other people who do not “fit” within the traditional heteronormative binaries as health disparate populations. SGM experience significantly higher rates of mood, anxiety, and behavioral/substance use disorders, suicidality among other mental health issues. Emerging evidence indicates that SGM also have significantly higher rates of some chronic health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and diabetes. In this presentation, Dr. Hoy-Ellis will share how past and ongoing marginalization, exclusion, and discrimination are the ‘causes of these health conditions through the framework of the Health Equity Promotion Model. He will also offer key strategies for providing culturally sensitive, effective services for SGM, from adolescence through older adulthood.   Credit(s):1.5 Ethics Course Number: UT20220322-5 Duration:1 hour 26 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase Non-Member $25.00 Member $15.00 Student $10.00   Sign up here----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/fa5e6980-2a0c-4318-ba7c-1ed51d1fc9ca   Cultural Diversity, Cultural Competence, and Ethical Social Work Practice The United States of the 21st century is a patchwork land of many cultures: racial, ethnic, religious, geographic, gender, age, and even physical status. Each culture has its own worldview, relationship guidelines, family structure, spiritual mindsets, and values. In their work, social workers inevitably encounter persons from cultures different from their own, and these differences can be challenging obstacles to effective, ethical practice. The values of the profession, as articulated in the NASW Code of Ethics, ask us to honor the dignity and worth of our clients, to respect their autonomy, and to practice competently. The ethical mandate of competence includes what has been called “Cultural Competence”. We will address the idea that some situations may make ethical competence impractical or impossible, and approaches to these situations. We will also address the benefit, when working cross-culturally, of maintaining an attitude of humility and interest in other cultures.   Credit(s):1.5 Clinical 1.5 Ethics Course Number: VT20210317 Duration:1 hour 30 minutes Access: Available for 6 months after purchase Non-Member $35.00 - Member $25.00   Sign up here: ----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/f2c271cd-6c76-42d0-9fef-825591921d64     Historical Trauma in Tribal Cultures: What Social Workers Need to Know Presented by Sarah Deer, J.D. In this webinar, participants will learn about historical trauma and why it matters to social workers. The workshop presenter will provide historical background on tribal communities in the United States and how historical trauma manifests itself in contemporary settings. Learning Objectives: Understand what is meant by the phrase “historical trauma” Learn about important areas of knowledge about Native people, including diversity, history, culture, and contemporary realities Discuss some differences between some native cultures and Judeo-Christian cultures. Describe several protective factors that support the resilience of Native people.  Credit(s):1.5 Social & Cultural Competence Course Number: WI-2020-AC-DeerHistoricalTrauma Original Program Date: October 24, 2019Duration:1 hour 16 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase  Non-Member - $52.00  Member - $37.00  Member-Retired/Student/Unemployed - $30.00   Sign up here ----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/f31edf44-68ab-49f7-a82e-9d85dbe3c42f   Member Benefit Highlight: Nevada MyNASW   Many of you may know about the National MyNASW Community, an online forum to connect with other NASW members throughout the country. Did you know that the NASW-NV Chapter has their own private board just for members in Nevada?   This was a project brought to us from the Rural Task Force to create a space for all Nevada members who are social workers (and student members) to be able to reach out to each other, engage with the community and get your questions answered. Please feel free to bring up topics that are important to you and those for which you may need feedback. Do you need a referral for a client? What about a question on a certain methodology or service. The Nevada MyNASW board is your tool to reach members across the state. You can even email them securely directly through the website.   Access to this online forum is included in your NASW membership. All you must do is log in to the MyNASW forum (login is the same as the member profile login on the national site) and then go to Chapter Communities and click on Nevada!   Click here!   Please note: Advertising products or services is not allowed on MyNASW Nevada board including non-NASW CEU events and job listings. Also NASW-Nevada takes allegations of hostile conduct/harassment seriously, any use of MyNASW board to harass another member will result in loss of privileges to use the board and referral to NASW ethics review.     Join us now on Linkedin and our other social media platforms!          On-Demand CEU Education:   NASW is committed to helping social workers meet their professional development needs. Social Work Online CE Institute houses hundreds of on-demand titles produced by the NASW Chapters and National Office, and, for your ease of mind, uses the same NASW login to access the Institute and all your training history. NASW members can access both free CEs and CEs at discounted rates! Not a member of NASW yet? No worries, nonmembers can also purchase titles (at the nonmember rate).   Sign-up here: https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/   Pain Management: Differentiation Between Physiological Dependency and Substance Use Disorder. Prevention and Intervention   Specialty Practice Section Webinar Location: Online Register for 1.5 CEU Hours at https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/ffdce945-6e59-4b58-986d-e71d3514b27f   Social Work Ethics & Roe v Wade Supreme Court Decision Credit(s):2 Ethics Course Number: NJ20220727  Duration:1 hour 47 minutes Access: On Demand: Available for 3 months after purchase https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/4220e1d3-a789-43a8-93f7-3827391bf259   Addressing Suicide From the Person-in-Environment and Social Justice Perspectives Suicide may be one of the most challenging issues that social workers address in our professional careers. Credit(s):1.5 Suicide Prevention Presenter: David Derezotes LCSW, Ph.D. Course Number: UT20220322-7 Duration:1 hour 24 minutes Access: On Demand: Available for 5 months after purchase https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/faac6083-2e3a-45a4-b1c8-3f3c0202e58b

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2023 NASW Chapters Virtual Conference: A Meeting of the Profession   Thursday, November 2 & Friday, November 3, 2023   11.0 Live Virtual CEUs Available Hosted via Pheedloop       Dates: Thursday, November 2 & Friday, November 3, 2023 Times: Thursday | 9:00 am–2:30 pm PST Friday 9:00 am–2:30 pm PST Conference Platform: PheedLoop Registration: Conference registration will be available in August 2023 Schedule and Classes: Complete conference schedule and classes will be announced in August 2023 CEUs: Up to 11.0 CEUs available including CEUs fulfilling requirements for ethics, cultural competency, and suicide prevention!     Advertise: Promote your organization in our Exhibit Hall, the Conference Marketing Brochure, or Co-Sponsorship! Click here to be notified when those options are announced. 2023-2024 NASW-Nevada Advisory Board of Directors:   We are thrilled to announce the addition of some incredible individuals to our esteemed NASW-Nevada advisory board. These talented professionals bring a wealth of experience, expertise, and passion to our organization, and we couldn't be more excited to have them on board. Their invaluable insights and guidance will undoubtedly propel us towards even greater heights in our mission to make a positive impact in the field of social work in Nevada.     President (2023-2025): Rebecca S. Rogers, Ph.D., LMSW, M.Ed. Vice President (2022-2024): Cyndi Carpluk, LSW, CSWI Secretary (2023-2025): James Townsend, ACSW Member at Large (2023-2025): Julie Devin, LCSW North Region (2023-2025): Kaitlind Johnson, LCSW Southern Region (2022-2024): Amanda Simons, LCSW, M.Ed., C-SWWS, CTS MSW Student Representative (2023-2024): Camille Martin BSW Student Representative (2023-2024): TBA*     *We currently have one slot still open for the BSW Rep to the Advisory Board. If you or someone you know is going to be a BSW student during the 23-24 school year and would like to be considered, please reach out to us at admin.naswnv@socialworkers.org - include their name and email/phone so that staff can reach out.       Congratulations Mavis Major! NASW National Board of Directors - NEW Director-at-Large Mavis Major, Ph.D, LCSW, CCM, is a social work educator and practitioner. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in behavioral health, health care, case management and clinical practice. She obtained her MSW from San Diego State University and her Ph.D. in Human Services from Walden University. Major is contributing faculty at Walden University, Touro University, UMASS Global, School of Social Work. Major is a Behavioral Health Therapist for Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, NV, where she is the first LCSW to join the Psychiatry team at the hospital. Major also serves as a psychotherapist with Spring Health. Major serves as a member of the Behavioral Health and Planning Advisory Board for the state of Nevada, is a member of Council on Social Work Education Board of Directors, (CSWE), and the Director for Northern Nevada Region for Nevada NASW Chapter. Committee/Task Forces 2022-2023   The NASW-Nevada Chapter seeks volunteers in every part of the state to volunteer on chapter committees or task forces to support events and chapter priorities. NASW is your association. Why not take advantage of all the opportunities it has to offer? Within each of our regions are ongoing leadership opportunities, CEU workshops, and networking events organized just for you. NASW-Nevada is your networking link to what’s going on in your community and the social work profession at large. This is your professional organization—make the most of your membership, and get involved!   Consider joining one of the many committees and task forces within the NASW-Nevada Chapter.   For 2023-2024 they include:   Licensure Task Force - Review current existing licensure practices and make recommendations to the state on how to streamline licensure, create a more equitable path, and support Nevada students. In formation*   Social Work Networking North Committee - help plan and organize networking events for the northern region with the Northern District Chair. In formation*   Social Work Networking South Committee - help plan and organize networking events for the southern region with the Southern District Chair. In formation*   Conference Committee - assists in education review, promotes the event, and solicit sponsor/exhibitors. In formation*   Rural/Frontier Committee - standing committee tasked with looking for ways to better integrate rural social workers into the association. Currently Active. Summer Hiatius starts June 1st.   Racial Equity Committee - standing committee tasked with reviewing current issues around racial equity. Currently Active.   Membership and Community Outreach Committee - standing committee to work with community partners to further recruit members and inform the social work profession on NASW activities. In formation*   *Committees that are designated as "in formation" are committees that are currently not meeting but in which the association will be launching when needed or the applicable time period arrives. Committees marked "currently active", are currently meeting and have a formal charge.   Additional opportunities and task forces may be added throughout the year as needed by the Board of Directors. Updated opportunities will be reflected on the NASW-NV website and via email news blasts.   If you're interested in serving on one of these advisory groups, please complete an NASW-Nevada Committee Volunteer interest form.   Upcoming Committee Meetings!   Rural/Frontier Social Work Committee - Second Tuesday of every month, 5:00 PM. Summer Hiatius starts June 1st. Racial Equity Committee - Second Monday every month, 6:00 PM   Email admin.naswnv@socialworkers.org to Join the meetings! Call for Workshop Speakers!   Are you a speaker? or an expert in your field? We are looking for speakers for our NASW-Nevada-hosted Education workshops. We have openings for August, September, and October.   Topics can include but not limited to: Substance Abuse/Use Social Justice LGBTQ+ Issues Workplace Conflict Management Ethics Aging Child Abuse/Family Violence Children, Youth, & Families Clinical/Behavioral Health Spirituality/Mind-Body Wellness   If you or someone you know would be interested use the form below to connect with us!   Sign up here: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/x5oe7n115szsiw/ NASW-Nevada Hosted Education: Civic Engagement as a Social Work Intervention: Where Macro Meets Micro Did you know research has confirmed civic engagement to be a social determinant of health? Moreover, social workers are urged by the NASW’s Code of Ethics to engage in social and political action to ensure better social conditions that provide equity and justice. A simple way to do this is to utilize civic engagement and voter registration as an intervention and prevention tool. This presentation will explore the evidence supporting civic engagement as a social determinant of health; prepare social workers for the critical role they play in improving the outcomes of clients through civic engagement; and provide tools that can be easily integrated into all practice settings.   Date: July 26, 2023, 12:00 PM Pacific Time   Venue: Zoom    Presenter: Chelsea White-Hoglen is a social worker with more than a decade of passionate leadership in community organizing. Chelsea describes her work as collective healing, leveraging evidence-based healing practices to facilitate transformative relationships and deep democracy. She currently works with Vot-ER, where she supports health professionals across the nation to amplify the voices of their underserved and underrepresented community members and to incorporate civic engagement into their practice.   Cost: 2 CEUs / $25 Nonmember / $15 NASW Member / Free for students (no CEUs)   Sign up here: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/z1jyedae020bcu3/ News to highlight! NASW Observes Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Month Denise Johnson, LCSW-C, Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work The month of June is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) acknowledges the important role social workers play in treating individuals and families impacted by PTSD.   According to recent statistics from the National Center for PTSD, approximately 5% of adults in the United States experience PTSD in any given year. The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) acknowledges the important role social workers play in treating individuals and families impacted by PTSD.     The following document contains helpful resources and can be found by visiting Tips and Tools for Social Workers at https://www.socialworkers.org/Practice/Tips-and-Tools-for-Social-Workers/NASW-Observes-Post-Traumatic-Stress-Disorder-Month.      Nev. bills address medical aid in dying, trans care Nevada's Senate has approved a measure that would establish criteria, including a terminal illness and fewer than six months to live, to determine who would be eligible for medication to help end their lives. Separate bills in the state would bolster care for transgender people, requiring insurers to pay for treatment related to gender dysphoria and mandating that the Department of Corrections create regulations on the security, supervision, and care of incarcerated people who are trans or gender non-conforming. Full Story: KUNR-FM (Reno, Nev.) (4/21)    HHS steps up efforts to protect patients' privacy The Department of Health and Human Services has issued a regulation to prohibit states' actions "to investigate, sue, or prosecute an individual, a health care provider, or a loved one because that person sought, obtained, provided, or facilitated legal reproductive health care, including abortion." The move is among several designed to enshrine privacy rights in laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. Full Story: The Hill (4/12)    Federal data show an increase in the US suicide rate National Center for Health Statistics data indicates that the US suicide rate rose in 2021 after declining over the previous two years, and death by suicide among men increased across most age groups, with more in 2021 than in the previous two decades. The rate for men was 22.8 deaths per 100,000 people -- about four times higher than the rate for women -- but women were more likely to report suicidal thoughts and make nonfatal suicide attempts. Full Story: The Wall Street Journal (4/11),  WFXT-TV (Dedham, Mass.)   Governments face challenges in push to hire social workers State and local governments are ramping up efforts to hire social workers who can address the mental health and social justice issues affecting communities, but it will likely remain a challenge to fill roles quickly. "There's definitely a demand for social workers, but salary structures are still not great. There's not enough policy-level funding to fit the need," says Nancy Smyth of the University at Buffalo's School of Social Work. Full Story: Fortune (tiered subscription model) (4/11)  Licensing changes coming in 2024:  As of January 1, 2024, ALL licensees must complete two (6.0) CEUs in Cultural Competency, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion during their CEU collection cycle. These CEUs are an addition to the mandated CEUs on suicide prevention that you upload with your renewals now. Read the Approved content for Diversity CEUs       Your Nevada chapter is here to help! Check out some of the on-demand classes that meet this new requirement!   A Conversation About Healing Racism This Northeastern District cultural competency CEU Virtual Training will explore and discuss how racism has shaped our personal and professional lives.   Credit(s):1.5 CEU Course Number: IL20200715 Duration:1 hour 26 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase Non-Member $38.00 - Member $23.00   Sign up here ----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/48db64db-e240-46d3-9994-5b04ebe6878e   Suicide Prevention: Black Youth Lives Matter Too! In the last several decades, suicide attempts among black adolescents has increased by 73% while attempts among white youth have decreased. Why aren't we sounding the alarm and doing more to raise awareness of this crisis? During this workshop, we will discuss the additional challenges faced by black youth, explore strategies to break down barriers, increase cultural competency amongst providers and the role of racial socialization as a protective strategy in reducing suicide attempts amongst black youth.   Credit(s): 3 Suicide, Diversity / Social & Cultural Competence Course Number: NYS20220819 Original Program Date: August 19, 2022 Duration:2 hours 47 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase Non-Member $75.00 - Member $30.00   Sign up here ---> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/7c1d4f95-81bc-407f-b96e-ca8974308e26     LGBTQ+ Equity, Diversity, Inclusion: “Somewhere” Over the Rainbow" The National Institutes of Health have designated sexual and gender minorities (SGM), also known as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, Two-Spirit, intersex, and other people. The National Institutes of Health have designated sexual and gender minorities (SGM), also known as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, Two-Spirit, intersex, and other people who do not “fit” within the traditional heteronormative binaries as health disparate populations. SGM experience significantly higher rates of mood, anxiety, and behavioral/substance use disorders, suicidality among other mental health issues. Emerging evidence indicates that SGM also have significantly higher rates of some chronic health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and diabetes. In this presentation, Dr. Hoy-Ellis will share how past and ongoing marginalization, exclusion, and discrimination are the ‘causes of these health conditions through the framework of the Health Equity Promotion Model. He will also offer key strategies for providing culturally sensitive, effective services for SGM, from adolescence through older adulthood.   Credit(s):1.5 Ethics Course Number: UT20220322-5 Duration:1 hour 26 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase Non-Member $25.00 Member $15.00 Student $10.00   Sign up here----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/fa5e6980-2a0c-4318-ba7c-1ed51d1fc9ca   Cultural Diversity, Cultural Competence, and Ethical Social Work Practice The United States of the 21st century is a patchwork land of many cultures: racial, ethnic, religious, geographic, gender, age, and even physical status. Each culture has its own worldview, relationship guidelines, family structure, spiritual mindsets, and values. In their work, social workers inevitably encounter persons from cultures different from their own, and these differences can be challenging obstacles to effective, ethical practice. The values of the profession, as articulated in the NASW Code of Ethics, ask us to honor the dignity and worth of our clients, to respect their autonomy, and to practice competently. The ethical mandate of competence includes what has been called “Cultural Competence”. We will address the idea that some situations may make ethical competence impractical or impossible, and approaches to these situations. We will also address the benefit, when working cross-culturally, of maintaining an attitude of humility and interest in other cultures.   Credit(s):1.5 Clinical 1.5 Ethics Course Number: VT20210317 Duration:1 hour 30 minutes Access: Available for 6 months after purchase Non-Member $35.00 - Member $25.00   Sign up here: ----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/f2c271cd-6c76-42d0-9fef-825591921d64     Historical Trauma in Tribal Cultures: What Social Workers Need to Know Presented by Sarah Deer, J.D. In this webinar, participants will learn about historical trauma and why it matters to social workers. The workshop presenter will provide historical background on tribal communities in the United States and how historical trauma manifests itself in contemporary settings. Learning Objectives: Understand what is meant by the phrase “historical trauma” Learn about important areas of knowledge about Native people, including diversity, history, culture, and contemporary realities Discuss some differences between some native cultures and Judeo-Christian cultures. Describe several protective factors that support the resilience of Native people.  Credit(s):1.5 Social & Cultural Competence Course Number: WI-2020-AC-DeerHistoricalTrauma Original Program Date: October 24, 2019Duration:1 hour 16 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase  Non-Member - $52.00  Member - $37.00  Member-Retired/Student/Unemployed - $30.00   Sign up here ----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/f31edf44-68ab-49f7-a82e-9d85dbe3c42f   Member Benefit Highlight: Nevada MyNASW   Many of you may know about the National MyNASW Community, an online forum to connect with other NASW members throughout the country. Did you know that the NASW-NV Chapter has their own private board just for members in Nevada?   This was a project brought to us from the Rural Task Force to create a space for all Nevada members who are social workers (and student members) to be able to reach out to each other, engage with the community and get your questions answered. Please feel free to bring up topics that are important to you and those for which you may need feedback. Do you need a referral for a client? What about a question on a certain methodology or service. The Nevada MyNASW board is your tool to reach members across the state. You can even email them securely directly through the website.   Access to this online forum is included in your NASW membership. All you must do is log in to the MyNASW forum (login is the same as the member profile login on the national site) and then go to Chapter Communities and click on Nevada!   Click here!   Please note: Advertising products or services is not allowed on MyNASW Nevada board including non-NASW CEU events and job listings. Also NASW-Nevada takes allegations of hostile conduct/harassment seriously, any use of MyNASW board to harass another member will result in loss of privileges to use the board and referral to NASW ethics review.     Join us now on Linkedin and our other social media platforms!          On-Demand CEU Education:   NASW is committed to helping social workers meet their professional development needs. Social Work Online CE Institute houses hundreds of on-demand titles produced by the NASW Chapters and National Office, and, for your ease of mind, uses the same NASW login to access the Institute and all your training history. NASW members can access both free CEs and CEs at discounted rates! Not a member of NASW yet? No worries, nonmembers can also purchase titles (at the nonmember rate).   Sign-up here: https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/   Pain Management: Differentiation Between Physiological Dependency and Substance Use Disorder. Prevention and Intervention   Specialty Practice Section Webinar Location: Online Register for 1.5 CEU Hours at https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/ffdce945-6e59-4b58-986d-e71d3514b27f   Social Work Ethics & Roe v Wade Supreme Court Decision Credit(s):2 Ethics Course Number: NJ20220727  Duration:1 hour 47 minutes Access: On Demand: Available for 3 months after purchase https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/4220e1d3-a789-43a8-93f7-3827391bf259   Addressing Suicide From the Person-in-Environment and Social Justice Perspectives Suicide may be one of the most challenging issues that social workers address in our professional careers. Credit(s):1.5 Suicide Prevention Presenter: David Derezotes LCSW, Ph.D. Course Number: UT20220322-7 Duration:1 hour 24 minutes Access: On Demand: Available for 5 months after purchase https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/faac6083-2e3a-45a4-b1c8-3f3c0202e58b

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2023 NASW Chapters Virtual Conference: A Meeting of the Profession   Thursday, November 2 & Friday, November 3, 2023   11.0 Live Virtual CEUs Available* Hosted via Pheedloop  *Subject to change Conference workshops will qualify for LSWs, LCSWs, PELs, LPCs, LCPCs, LMFTs, RNs, LPNs, APNs, and LCPs.   ​Call for Presenters now OPEN! Submission Deadline: Monday, June 26, 2023   For more information click here! ​​​ OTHER CONFERENCE INFORMATION Registration: Conference registration will be available in August 2023 Schedule and Classes: Complete conference schedule and classes will be announced in August 2023 Advertise: Promote your organization in our Exhibit Hall, the Conference Marketing Brochure, or Co-Sponsorship! Click here to be notified when those options are announced.     Chapter Board Elections:   Please take a few minutes to review your 2023-2024 Chapter Advisory Board Slate and vote to approve.   Thank you to the members who applied to volunteer their time to strengthen and grow your NASW Chapter.   You should have received a separate email with the subject matter: 2023-2025 NASW-NV Advisory Board Election    Please click the link in that email to vote. Deadline June 14th, 2024 Award Winners during the 2023 NASW-NV Northern Conference  Congratulations! Public Citizen of the Year: Mr. Steve Shell, MBA, Vice President for Behavioral Health, Renown Regional Medical Center, Reno, NV  Professor of the Year: Cheryl Johnston PhD LMSW ACHP-SW, Professor and Clinical Director UNLV Lifetime Achievement: Novia Anderson, Ph.D., LCSW, Section Chief of Staff, Renown Regional Medical Center, Reno, NV Nevada Chapter in the community! NASW-NV Vice President Cyndi Carpluk attending the UNLV internship fair. Thank you to UNLV for the invite and for putting on this great event to link students with social work orginizations. Committee/Task Forces 2022-2023   The NASW-Nevada Chapter seeks volunteers in every part of the state to volunteer on chapter committees or task forces to support events and chapter priorities. NASW is your association. Why not take advantage of all the opportunities it has to offer? Within each of our regions are ongoing leadership opportunities, CEU workshops, and networking events organized just for you. NASW-Nevada is your networking link to what’s going on in your community and the social work profession at large. This is your professional organization—make the most of your membership, and get involved! Consider joining one of the many committees and task forces within the NASW-Nevada Chapter.   For 2022-2023 they include: Social Work Networking North Committee - help plan and organize networking events for the northern region with the Northern District Chair. In formation*   Social Work Networking South Committee - help plan and organize networking events for the southern region with the Southern District Chair. In formation*   Conference Committee - assists in education review, promotes the event, and solicit sponsor/exhibitors. In formation*   Rural/Frontier Committee - standing committee tasked with looking for ways to better integrate rural social workers into the association. Currently Active. Summer Hiatius starts June 1st.   Legislative Session Review Committee - reviews upcoming legislative issues and session legislation for discussion and possible chapter involvement and/or action. In formation*   Racial Equity Committee - standing committee tasked with reviewing current issues around racial equity. Currently Active.   Membership and Community Outreach Committee - standing committee to work with community partners to further recruit members and inform the social work profession on NASW activities. Currently Active.   ASWB Testing Task Force - time-limited task force charged with reviewing the ASWB testing results report and recommending to the board possible chapter action. In formation*   *Committees that are designated as "in formation" are committees that are currently not meeting but in which the association will be launching when needed or the applicable time period arrives. Committees marked "currently active", are currently meeting and have a formal charge.   Additional opportunities and task forces may be added throughout the year as needed by the Board of Directors. Updated opportunities will be reflected on the NASW-NV website and via email news blasts.   If you're interested in serving on one of these advisory groups, please complete an NASW-Nevada Committee Volunteer interest form.   Upcoming Committee Meetings!   Rural/Frontier Social Work Committee - Second Tuesday of every month, 5:00 PM. Summer Hiatius starts June 1st. Racial Equity Committee - Second Monday every month, 6:00 PM   Email admin.naswnv@socialworkers.org to Join the meetings! NASW-Nevada Hosted Education: Civic Engagement as a Social Work Intervention: Where Macro Meets Micro Did you know research has confirmed civic engagement to be a social determinant of health? Moreover, social workers are urged by the NASW’s Code of Ethics to engage in social and political action to ensure better social conditions that provide equity and justice. A simple way to do this is to utilize civic engagement and voter registration as an intervention and prevention tool. This presentation will explore the evidence supporting civic engagement as a social determinant of health; prepare social workers for the critical role they play in improving the outcomes of clients through civic engagement; and provide tools that can be easily integrated into all practice settings.   Date: July 26, 2023, 12:00 PM Pacific Time   Venue: Zoom    Presenter: Chelsea White-Hoglen is a social worker with more than a decade of passionate leadership in community organizing. Chelsea describes her work as collective healing, leveraging evidence-based healing practices to facilitate transformative relationships and deep democracy. She currently works with Vot-ER, where she supports health professionals across the nation to amplify the voices of their underserved and underrepresented community members and to incorporate civic engagement into their practice.   Cost: 2 CEUs / $25 Nonmember / $15 NASW Member / Free for students (no CEUs)   Sign up here: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/z1jyedae020bcu3/ NASW- National Upcoming Events: NASW Leadership Summit 2023 June 22, 2023 | Virtual | REGISTER NASW Member: $175.00 Non-NASW Member: $275.00 NASW Student Member: $125.00 NASW Retired Member: $125.00   Develop your evolving social work leadership skills by participating in the one-day virtual 2023 NASW Leadership Summit on Thursday, June 22, 2023. Whether you’re a new professional or an experienced social worker, this exciting opportunity will feature social work thought leaders to share their expertise and help you hone your skills as a leader in the field.  Need to Know:  ·        The Summit will cover topics such as leadership development; diversity, equity, and inclusion; influence of social media; determining your leadership style; risk taking; and much more!  ·        Registrants of the Summit will receive a FREE copy of the NASW Press book Successful Community Leadership and Organization, 2nd Edition. News to highlight! NASW Observes Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Month Denise Johnson, LCSW-C, Senior Practice Associate, Clinical Social Work The month of June is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) acknowledges the important role social workers play in treating individuals and families impacted by PTSD.   According to recent statistics from the National Center for PTSD, approximately 5% of adults in the United States experience PTSD in any given year. The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) acknowledges the important role social workers play in treating individuals and families impacted by PTSD.     The following document contains helpful resources and can be found by visiting Tips and Tools for Social Workers at https://www.socialworkers.org/Practice/Tips-and-Tools-for-Social-Workers/NASW-Observes-Post-Traumatic-Stress-Disorder-Month.      Nev. bills address medical aid in dying, trans care Nevada's Senate has approved a measure that would establish criteria, including a terminal illness and fewer than six months to live, to determine who would be eligible for medication to help end their lives. Separate bills in the state would bolster care for transgender people, requiring insurers to pay for treatment related to gender dysphoria and mandating that the Department of Corrections create regulations on the security, supervision, and care of incarcerated people who are trans or gender non-conforming. Full Story: KUNR-FM (Reno, Nev.) (4/21)    HHS steps up efforts to protect patients' privacy The Department of Health and Human Services has issued a regulation to prohibit states' actions "to investigate, sue, or prosecute an individual, a health care provider, or a loved one because that person sought, obtained, provided, or facilitated legal reproductive health care, including abortion." The move is among several designed to enshrine privacy rights in laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. Full Story: The Hill (4/12)    Federal data show an increase in the US suicide rate National Center for Health Statistics data indicates that the US suicide rate rose in 2021 after declining over the previous two years, and death by suicide among men increased across most age groups, with more in 2021 than in the previous two decades. The rate for men was 22.8 deaths per 100,000 people -- about four times higher than the rate for women -- but women were more likely to report suicidal thoughts and make nonfatal suicide attempts. Full Story: The Wall Street Journal (4/11),  WFXT-TV (Dedham, Mass.)   Governments face challenges in push to hire social workers State and local governments are ramping up efforts to hire social workers who can address the mental health and social justice issues affecting communities, but it will likely remain a challenge to fill roles quickly. "There's definitely a demand for social workers, but salary structures are still not great. There's not enough policy-level funding to fit the need," says Nancy Smyth of the University at Buffalo's School of Social Work. Full Story: Fortune (tiered subscription model) (4/11)  Licensing changes coming in 2023: As of January 1, 2023, ALL licensees must complete two (2.0) CEUs in Cultural Competency, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion during their CEU collection cycle. These CEUs are an addition to the mandated CEUs on suicide prevention that you upload with your renewals now. Read the Approved content for Diversity CEUs   Your Nevada chapter is here to help! Check out some of the on-demand classes that meet this new requirement!   A Conversation About Healing Racism This Northeastern District cultural competency CEU Virtual Training will explore and discuss how racism has shaped our personal and professional lives.   Credit(s):1.5 CEU Course Number: IL20200715 Duration:1 hour 26 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase Non-Member $38.00 - Member $23.00   Sign up here ----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/48db64db-e240-46d3-9994-5b04ebe6878e   Suicide Prevention: Black Youth Lives Matter Too! In the last several decades, suicide attempts among black adolescents has increased by 73% while attempts among white youth have decreased. Why aren't we sounding the alarm and doing more to raise awareness of this crisis? During this workshop, we will discuss the additional challenges faced by black youth, explore strategies to break down barriers, increase cultural competency amongst providers and the role of racial socialization as a protective strategy in reducing suicide attempts amongst black youth.   Credit(s): 3 Suicide, Diversity / Social & Cultural Competence Course Number: NYS20220819 Original Program Date: August 19, 2022 Duration:2 hours 47 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase Non-Member $75.00 - Member $30.00   Sign up here ---> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/7c1d4f95-81bc-407f-b96e-ca8974308e26     LGBTQ+ Equity, Diversity, Inclusion: “Somewhere” Over the Rainbow" The National Institutes of Health have designated sexual and gender minorities (SGM), also known as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, Two-Spirit, intersex, and other people. The National Institutes of Health have designated sexual and gender minorities (SGM), also known as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, Two-Spirit, intersex, and other people who do not “fit” within the traditional heteronormative binaries as health disparate populations. SGM experience significantly higher rates of mood, anxiety, and behavioral/substance use disorders, suicidality among other mental health issues. Emerging evidence indicates that SGM also have significantly higher rates of some chronic health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and diabetes. In this presentation, Dr. Hoy-Ellis will share how past and ongoing marginalization, exclusion, and discrimination are the ‘causes of these health conditions through the framework of the Health Equity Promotion Model. He will also offer key strategies for providing culturally sensitive, effective services for SGM, from adolescence through older adulthood.   Credit(s):1.5 Ethics Course Number: UT20220322-5 Duration:1 hour 26 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase Non-Member $25.00 Member $15.00 Student $10.00   Sign up here----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/fa5e6980-2a0c-4318-ba7c-1ed51d1fc9ca   Cultural Diversity, Cultural Competence, and Ethical Social Work Practice The United States of the 21st century is a patchwork land of many cultures: racial, ethnic, religious, geographic, gender, age, and even physical status. Each culture has its own worldview, relationship guidelines, family structure, spiritual mindsets, and values. In their work, social workers inevitably encounter persons from cultures different from their own, and these differences can be challenging obstacles to effective, ethical practice. The values of the profession, as articulated in the NASW Code of Ethics, ask us to honor the dignity and worth of our clients, to respect their autonomy, and to practice competently. The ethical mandate of competence includes what has been called “Cultural Competence”. We will address the idea that some situations may make ethical competence impractical or impossible, and approaches to these situations. We will also address the benefit, when working cross-culturally, of maintaining an attitude of humility and interest in other cultures.   Credit(s):1.5 Clinical 1.5 Ethics Course Number: VT20210317 Duration:1 hour 30 minutes Access: Available for 6 months after purchase Non-Member $35.00 - Member $25.00   Sign up here: ----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/f2c271cd-6c76-42d0-9fef-825591921d64     Historical Trauma in Tribal Cultures: What Social Workers Need to Know Presented by Sarah Deer, J.D. In this webinar, participants will learn about historical trauma and why it matters to social workers. The workshop presenter will provide historical background on tribal communities in the United States and how historical trauma manifests itself in contemporary settings. Learning Objectives: Understand what is meant by the phrase “historical trauma” Learn about important areas of knowledge about Native people, including diversity, history, culture, and contemporary realities Discuss some differences between some native cultures and Judeo-Christian cultures. Describe several protective factors that support the resilience of Native people.  Credit(s):1.5 Social & Cultural Competence Course Number: WI-2020-AC-DeerHistoricalTrauma Original Program Date: October 24, 2019Duration:1 hour 16 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase  Non-Member - $52.00  Member - $37.00  Member-Retired/Student/Unemployed - $30.00   Sign up here ----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/f31edf44-68ab-49f7-a82e-9d85dbe3c42f   Member Benefit Highlight: Nevada MyNASW   Many of you may know about the National MyNASW Community, an online forum to connect with other NASW members throughout the country. Did you know that the NASW-NV Chapter has their own private board just for members in Nevada?   This was a project brought to us from the Rural Task Force to create a space for all Nevada members who are social workers (and student members) to be able to reach out to each other, engage with the community and get your questions answered. Please feel free to bring up topics that are important to you and those for which you may need feedback. Do you need a referral for a client? What about a question on a certain methodology or service. The Nevada MyNASW board is your tool to reach members across the state. You can even email them securely directly through the website.   Access to this online forum is included in your NASW membership. All you must do is log in to the MyNASW forum (login is the same as the member profile login on the national site) and then go to Chapter Communities and click on Nevada!   Click here!   Please note: Advertising products or services is not allowed on MyNASW Nevada board including non-NASW CEU events and job listings. Also NASW-Nevada takes allegations of hostile conduct/harassment seriously, any use of MyNASW board to harass another member will result in loss of privileges to use the board and referral to NASW ethics review.     Join us now on Linkedin and our other social media platforms!           ‌  ‌  ‌ On-Demand CEU Education:   NASW is committed to helping social workers meet their professional development needs. Social Work Online CE Institute houses hundreds of on-demand titles produced by the NASW Chapters and National Office, and, for your ease of mind, uses the same NASW login to access the Institute and all your training history. NASW members can access both free CEs and CEs at discounted rates! Not a member of NASW yet? No worries, nonmembers can also purchase titles (at the nonmember rate).   Sign-up here: https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/   Pain Management: Differentiation Between Physiological Dependency and Substance Use Disorder. Prevention and Intervention   Specialty Practice Section Webinar Location: Online Register for 1.5 CEU Hours at https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/ffdce945-6e59-4b58-986d-e71d3514b27f   Social Work Ethics & Roe v Wade Supreme Court Decision Credit(s):2 Ethics Course Number: NJ20220727  Duration:1 hour 47 minutes Access: On Demand: Available for 3 months after purchase https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/4220e1d3-a789-43a8-93f7-3827391bf259   Addressing Suicide From the Person-in-Environment and Social Justice Perspectives Suicide may be one of the most challenging issues that social workers address in our professional careers. Credit(s):1.5 Suicide Prevention Presenter: David Derezotes LCSW, Ph.D. Course Number: UT20220322-7 Duration:1 hour 24 minutes Access: On Demand: Available for 5 months after purchase https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/faac6083-2e3a-45a4-b1c8-3f3c0202e58b ———————————————————————————————

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Final Call for Nominations for 2023-2025!   NASW-Nevada is a collective of social workers pooling resources and time to advocate for the profession and the issues critical to our clients. At all levels, your voice and time are what drive your association.   The Chapter is currently looking for candidates interested in serving on the NASW Nevada Chapter Board. The Chapter Advisory Board is your voice for chapter priorities, policy, and educational direction. The Chapter Advisory Board serves as a strategic partner with the Chapter Executive Director in setting the strategic plan and serves as a critical resource to inform the Chapter on issues important to Nevada social workers.   Positions that are up for election for July 1, 2023 start date are: • Secretary (two-year term)* • Member at Large (two-year term) • North Region District Chair (two-year term) • MSW Student Representative (one-year term) • BSW Student Representative (one-year term)     *indicates Executive Committee Member   You will need to be an NASW member in good standing at the time of application and maintain throughout your term to serve on the Board. Student Representatives must be enrolled in an accredited social work program in Nevada for the 2023-2024 school year. Regional representatives must reside or work in the region that they represent.   Priority for slating will be given to applicants who have previously served on an NASW Chapter Advisory Board for Executive Committee. Absent applicants with previous NASW Chapter Board experience other candidates will be considered.   Priority for slating of the Member at Large will be given to member applicants who reside outside of the Reno or Las Vegas area. In the absence of candidates from outside the mentioned areas, other candidates will be considered from within those areas.   For the 2023-2024 fiscal year student applicants must be a member of NASW-Nevada and will be enrolled in a social work program as either a BSW or MSW for 2023-2024 school year.   Please Note: There is NO monetary requirement you must raise to serve on the NASW-NV Board of Directors, however, there is an expectation of volunteer time.   The final call for applications must be submitted by May 5th, 2023.

Social Work Case Manager Schedule: Full Time Shift: Days   Join our team at Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic is named the No. 4 hospital in the United States according to the U.S. and World News Report. At Cleveland Clinic, you will be part of a talented, compassionate, and driven team of caregivers. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and provide stellar patient care. At Cleveland Clinic you will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.   As a Case Manager Social Worker, you’ll fill many roles as you facilitate seamless care for every patient you serve. You work closely with patients, family members, social workers and caregivers to:   -Assess insurance plans. -Assist with transition care management. -Provide education and support to patients based on diagnosis. -Provide resources available for patients to help in their recovery. The ideal candidate is someone who: -Is a decision-maker who can work both independently and as part of a larger team. -Is a clear communicator. -Can multitask and remain flexible. This role provides autonomy and flexible work hours, enabling you to maintain the right work-life balance. Additional support and opportunities are available for continuous growth such as continuing education, paid certification, and nurse management.   Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.   Education: Master's Degree in Social Work or Masters of Science in Social Administration (MSSA).   Certifications: Current state licensure as a Social Worker. Eligible licensure includes LSW, LISW, LISW-S For Homecare and Hospice, eligible licensure includes LSW, LISW or LISW-S. Care Management Department: Certification as a Case Manager within one year of eligibility from an approved professional organization preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) required upon hire For Homecare and Hospice field staff only: Valid Ohio Driver’s license upon hire; per policy 8-175 thereafter. For Homecare and Hospice field staff only: Proof of automobile insurance coverage with $100,000/$300,000 coverage, upon hire; per policy 8-175 thereafter.   Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Work Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience in the healthcare system to include exposure to and experience in pre-acute and post-acute care preferred. Hospital Social Work experience preferred. Home Care and/or Hospice Social Work experience is preferred for candidates applying to those roles. Knowledge of community resources is preferred. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are necessary to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes. Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with teams. Must be flexible, open-minded and adaptable to change.   Please apply online at: https://tinyurl.com/mwc28vxx   Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities/Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

Community Health Alliance Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) At Community Health Alliance a Nonprofit (FQHC), we believe in having a professional, team-oriented, integrated health community. Where we are a diverse team driven by a mission: to make health care an accessible, patient-centered experience. Providing a high level of care with compassion and respect.   Job Description: The Licensed Clinical Social Worker will provide psychiatric social work assistance to mentally or behaviorally challenged patients of CHA medical centers and their families. The clinical social worker will collaborate with the mental health staff, referral source, and multi-disciplinary staff at Community Health Alliance (CHA) to assess, diagnose and form a treatment plan for the patient.   Education and Experience: Master's degree in social work, marriage and family counseling, clinical psychology, or closely related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Hold a current license to practice (LCSW or Clinical Psychologist) in the State of Nevada or eligibility for licensure in Nevada. Must demonstrate experience working with culturally diverse populations. Bilingual Spanish is preferred.   Upon joining our team, you will enjoy the benefits of:   Licensed providers start at 18 days of leave per year. 7 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and 5 paid float personal days per year 100% company paid employee medical insurance, and 90% paid vision and dental on the first of the month from the following hire date. Paid pension plan at 5% of earnings after one year of service; no employee match Provider continuing education benefit available at 40 hours and $1,800 per year Continuing education benefits are available to all full-time staff at $500 per year 100% License, registration, and certification reimbursement for most clinical staff Additional 403(b) retirement annuity plan for the employee to save; no employer match Student loan repayment through the National Health Service Corp. With a score of 19, in almost all cases, repayment is awarded to our providers who enroll. Malpractice coverage through FTCA (Federal Tort Claims Act) $10,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment policy for each benefit-eligible employee at no cost to the employee. This is an employee benefit paid for and sponsored by Community Health Alliance. Additional supplemental voluntary benefits available for purchase   Apply here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=66612&clientkey=2A3512C599CE897CD8B2F80A88DF1F3B

AD Becca Odom Wellness Want CEs while gaining skills to prevent burnout?   This virtual Level 1 & 2 Ethics of Trauma-Informed Care training will support therapists in applying a trauma-informed approach to navigate both personal and professional life challenges.   ​Participants will leave with simple effective interventions to manage stress, prevent burnout, and create a sense of safety with clients so they can lead their agency toward becoming a more trauma-informed organization.   Participants will have a live or self-paced option for the virtual trainings, lifetime access to the recordings and up to 4 Ethics CEs through NASW-NC.   Level 1: April 14th, 2-4 pm EST Level 2: May 19th, 2-4 pm EST   For more information: https://www.beccaodomwellness.com or contact becca.odom.wellness@gmail.com   Becca Odom is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Yoga Teacher with over a decade of experience in the mental health and wellness field. Becca specializes in combining Somatic Approaches with EMDR for trauma recovery. She primarily works with women who have experienced trauma, chronic stress, and anxiety. Her passion is to empower others to heal themselves and she specializes in anxiety, trauma recovery, and stress management.    She has been offering training on Yoga for Trauma and Resiliency nationally for the last 7 years and is passionate about supporting professionals to bring more trauma-informed tools into their clinical practice as well as for their own self-care to prevent burnout.    She is trained in EMDR, Community Resiliency Model (CRM), Mindful Schools, and Trauma-Focused Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and has her 200-hour yoga teacher training certification.

Committee/Task Forces 2022-2023   The NASW-Nevada Chapter seeks volunteers in every part of the state to volunteer on chapter committees or task forces to support events and chapter priorities. NASW is your association. Why not take advantage of all the opportunities it has to offer? Within each of our regions are ongoing leadership opportunities, CEU workshops, and networking events organized just for you. NASW-Nevada is your networking link to what’s going on in your community and the social work profession at large. This is your professional organization—make the most of your membership, and get involved! Consider joining one of the many committees and task forces within the NASW-Nevada Chapter.   For 2022-2023 they include: Social Work Networking North Committee - help plan and organize networking events for the northern region with the Northern District Chair. In formation*   Social Work Networking South Committee - help plan and organize networking events for the southern region with the Southern District Chair. In formation*   Conference Committee - assists in education review, promotes the event, and solicit sponsor/exhibitors. In formation*   Rural/Frontier Committee - standing committee tasked with looking for ways to better integrate rural social workers into the association. Currently Active.   Legislative Session Review Committee - reviews upcoming legislative issues and session legislation for discussion and possible chapter involvement and/or action. In formation*   Racial Equity Committee - standing committee tasked with reviewing current issues around racial equity. Currently Active.   Membership and Community Outreach Committee - standing committee to work with community partners to further recruit members and inform the social work profession on NASW activities. Currently Active.   ASWB Testing Task Force - time-limited task force charged with reviewing the ASWB testing results report and recommending to the board possible chapter action. In formation*   *Committees that are designated as "in formation" are committees that are currently not meeting but in which the association will be launching when needed or the applicable time period arrives. Committees marked "currently active", are currently meeting and have a formal charge.   Additional opportunities and task forces may be added throughout the year as needed by the Board of Directors. Updated opportunities will be reflected on the NASW-NV website and via email news blasts.   If you're interested in serving on one of these advisory groups, please complete an NASW-Nevada Committee Volunteer interest form.   Upcoming Committee Meetings!   Rural/Frontier Social Work Committee - Second Tuesday of every month, 5:00 PM Racial Equity Committee - Second Monday every month, 6:00 PM   Email admin.naswnv@socialworkers.org to Join the meetings!

Committee Updates: Rural/Frontier Committee: Actively seeking additional members! Formed in early 2020 with a mission to engage social work professionals that are living or working in rural areas to identify their unique needs, increase chapter support, make recommendations to the NASW Nevada Board, and facilitate communication with colleagues that are in the urban areas as well as our community partners.   In addition to the opportunity to network and engage with social workers throughout the state, our current activities include a rural community assessment project, a CEU workshop focused on the concerns of social workers that are in rural areas, and tracking the infrastructure bill. You do not need to be a member of NASW to join this committee if you are a rural social worker! Nonmembers will serve as advisory members of the committee. If you'd like to join the committee please complete this form: NASW-Nevada Committee Volunteer (wufoo.com) Questions can be sent to admin.naswnv@socialworkers.org

NASW Leadership Summit 2023 June 22, 2023 | Virtual | REGISTER NASW Member: $175.00 Non-NASW Member: $275.00 NASW Student Member: $125.00 NASW Retired Member: $125.00   Develop your evolving social work leadership skills by participating in the one-day virtual 2023 NASW Leadership Summit on Thursday, June 22, 2023. Whether you’re a new professional or an experienced social worker, this exciting opportunity will feature social work thought leaders to share their expertise and help you hone your skills as a leader in the field.  Need to Know:  ·        The Summit will cover topics such as leadership development; diversity, equity, and inclusion; influence of social media; determining your leadership style; risk taking; and much more!  ·        Registrants of the Summit will receive a FREE copy of the NASW Press book Successful Community Leadership and Organization, 2nd Edition.

News to highlight! Nev. bills address medical aid in dying, trans care Nevada's Senate has approved a measure that would establish criteria, including a terminal illness and fewer than six months to live, to determine who would be eligible for medication to help end their lives. Separate bills in the state would bolster care for transgender people, requiring insurers to pay for treatment related to gender dysphoria and mandating that the Department of Corrections create regulations on the security, supervision, and care of incarcerated people who are trans or gender non-conforming. Full Story: KUNR-FM (Reno, Nev.) (4/21)    HHS steps up efforts to protect patients' privacy The Department of Health and Human Services has issued a regulation to prohibit states' actions "to investigate, sue, or prosecute an individual, a health care provider, or a loved one because that person sought, obtained, provided, or facilitated legal reproductive health care, including abortion." The move is among several designed to enshrine privacy rights in laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. Full Story: The Hill (4/12)    Federal data show an increase in the US suicide rate National Center for Health Statistics data indicates that the US suicide rate rose in 2021 after declining over the previous two years, and death by suicide among men increased across most age groups, with more in 2021 than in the previous two decades. The rate for men was 22.8 deaths per 100,000 people -- about four times higher than the rate for women -- but women were more likely to report suicidal thoughts and make nonfatal suicide attempts. Full Story: The Wall Street Journal (4/11),  WFXT-TV (Dedham, Mass.)   Governments face challenges in push to hire social workers State and local governments are ramping up efforts to hire social workers who can address the mental health and social justice issues affecting communities, but it will likely remain a challenge to fill roles quickly. "There's definitely a demand for social workers, but salary structures are still not great. There's not enough policy-level funding to fit the need," says Nancy Smyth of the University at Buffalo's School of Social Work. Full Story: Fortune (tiered subscription model) (4/11)

Member Benefit Highlight: Nevada MyNASW   Many of you may know about the National MyNASW Community, an online forum to connect with other NASW members throughout the country. Did you know that the NASW-NV Chapter has their own private board just for members in Nevada?   This was a project brought to us from the Rural Task Force to create a space for all Nevada members who are social workers (and student members) to be able to reach out to each other, engage with the community and get your questions answered. Please feel free to bring up topics that are important to you and those for which you may need feedback. Do you need a referral for a client? What about a question on a certain methodology or service. The Nevada MyNASW board is your tool to reach members across the state. You can even email them securely directly through the website.   Access to this online forum is included in your NASW membership. All you must do is log in to the MyNASW forum (login is the same as the member profile login on the national site) and then go to Chapter Communities and click on Nevada!   Click here!   Please note: Advertising products or services is not allowed on MyNASW Nevada board including non-NASW CEU events and job listings. Also NASW-Nevada takes allegations of hostile conduct/harassment seriously, any use of MyNASW board to harass another member will result in loss of privileges to use the board and referral to NASW ethics review.

On-Demand CEU Education:   NASW is committed to helping social workers meet their professional development needs. Social Work Online CE Institute houses hundreds of on-demand titles produced by the NASW Chapters and National Office, and, for your ease of mind, uses the same NASW login to access the Institute and all your training history. NASW members can access both free CEs and CEs at discounted rates! Not a member of NASW yet? No worries, nonmembers can also purchase titles (at the nonmember rate).   Sign-up here: https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/   Pain Management: Differentiation Between Physiological Dependency and Substance Use Disorder. Prevention and Intervention   Specialty Practice Section Webinar Location: Online Register for 1.5 CEU Hours at https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/ffdce945-6e59-4b58-986d-e71d3514b27f   Social Work Ethics & Roe v Wade Supreme Court Decision Credit(s):2 Ethics Course Number: NJ20220727  Duration:1 hour 47 minutes Access: On Demand: Available for 3 months after purchase https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/4220e1d3-a789-43a8-93f7-3827391bf259   Addressing Suicide From the Person-in-Environment and Social Justice Perspectives Suicide may be one of the most challenging issues that social workers address in our professional careers. Credit(s):1.5 Suicide Prevention Presenter: David Derezotes LCSW, Ph.D. Course Number: UT20220322-7 Duration:1 hour 24 minutes Access: On Demand: Available for 5 months after purchase https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/faac6083-2e3a-45a4-b1c8-3f3c0202e58b

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How to mitigate the risk in your practice 3 ethics CEUs Suicide Prevention 101 G. Allen Ratliff, PhD, LCSW   Opportunities for social workers to support transgender young people and their families in the face of national policy violence   2023 NASW-NV Northern Conference   Register now!   When: Friday, May 26th, 2023, from 9:00 am to 4:15 pm Where: The University of Nevada, Reno - 1664 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89557 *In the Joe student union in Ballroom C*   Cost: 6.0 CEUs / $85 Nonmember/ $60 NASW Member STUDENT RATES AVAILABLE* $60 Student Nonmember (includes NASW Membership) / $15 Student NASW Member *Available to CURRENT graduate or undergraduate students only; doctoral students not eligible. Expect to provide evidence of student enrollment with your registration.     6 CEUs: 3 ETHICS 2 SUICIDE prevention 1 Competency and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Register here Legislative Session 2023:   Social work legislative day 2023!   NASW-Nevada and The University of Nevada, Reno School of Social Work went to the legislative building and lobbied on behalf of all social workers in Nevada! Our Executive Director, Kyle Hillman, and our lobbyist Tess Opferman both spoke to the social work students! The event was a huge success and NASW-Nevada was grateful to be a part of a great event like this!       For your social work collective to succeed in this session we need your help. How can you get more involved in advocacy with your association?   Here is how:     Submit Action Alerts: Action Center (votervoice.net) (All NASW-NV members will be automatically added to the action alert system, please feel free to share with other nonmember social workers.) - Open to Members and Non-Members.     Join the NASW-Nevada Advisory Board: 23-25 NASW-Nevada Advisory Board Application (wufoo.com) - Members Only     Important Upcoming Dates:     June 5th, 2023: The 82nd Session ends.   Legislative calendar: 120 Day Calendar 2023 Legislative Session   Bills to watch:   SB172  AN ACT authorizes a minor to consent to their healthcare provider for the prescribing, dispensing, or administering of contraceptive drugs or devices, without parental involvement.      SB 131 AN ACT relating to reproductive health care; prohibiting health care licensing boards from disqualifying from licensure or disciplining a person for providing or assisting in the provision of certain reproductive health care services; prohibiting the Governor from surrendering, or issuing an arrest warrant for, a person who is charged in another state with a criminal violation related to certain reproductive health care services; prohibiting state agencies from assisting in certain investigations and proceedings initiated in other states related to certain reproductive health care services; requiring certain health care licensing boards to examine the feasibility of reciprocal licensure for health care providers who provide reproductive health care services in other states; and providing other matters properly relating thereto. Revises provisions relating to reproductive health care. (BDR 54-44)   SB 142 AN ACT relating to homelessness; enacting the Homeless Persons' Bill of Rights; authorizing certain civil actions; and providing other matters properly relating thereto. Enacts the Homeless Persons' Bill of Rights. (BDR 38-195)   AB 183 AN ACT relating to child welfare; requiring certain entities in the juvenile justice system and the child welfare system to screen certain children for commercial sexual exploitation; requiring such entities to take certain actions if the results of a screening indicate that a child is a victim of commercial sexual exploitation; and providing other matters properly relating thereto. Revises provisions relating to the protection of children from commercial sexual exploitation. (BDR 5-321)   AB 148 AN ACT relating to child welfare; prescribing qualifications for magistrates who make certain determinations concerning child custody; providing for the appointment of a guardian ad litem for an incapacitated parent or other person responsible for the welfare of a child in certain child welfare proceedings; revising the titles of certain officials appointed to oversee proceedings concerning juveniles and child support; prescribing the procedure for the judicial review of the placement of a child who is in the custody of an agency which provides child welfare services in a qualified residential treatment program; revising the procedures governing the court-ordered admission of such a child who has an emotional disturbance to certain psychiatric facilities and the release of such a child from such a facility; and providing other matters properly relating thereto. Revises provisions relating to child welfare. (BDR 11-671)     AB 135 AN ACT relating to homelessness; revising the process for persons who are homeless to apply for a certified or official copy of a birth certificate; requiring the Nevada Housing Crisis Response System to assist persons in crisis who are applying for a state identification card; revising requirements for the issuance of a state identification card to certain homeless children and youth; requiring certain counties to develop a strategic plan to address homelessness; and providing other matters properly relating thereto. Revises provisions relating to homelessness. (BDR 40-324)   AB 115 AN ACT relating to substance use disorders; authorizing the establishment of a program for the prevention of overdoses and disease under certain circumstances; requiring the operator of such a program to report certain information to the health authority, the board of county commissioners and the State Board of Health; providing for the confidentiality of certain information concerning such a program; exempting operators, employees, volunteers and participants of such a program from certain penalties; and providing other matters properly relating thereto. Revises provisions relating to substance use disorders. (BDR 40-726)   AB 99 AN ACT relating to Medicaid; requiring the Director of the Department of Health and Human Services to take any action necessary to increase certain federally approved rates under certain circumstances; providing for the annual consideration of cost-of-living increases to rates of reimbursement under Medicaid; and providing other matters properly relating thereto. Revises provisions governing Medicaid rates of reimbursement. (BDR 38-564)   AB 28 AN ACT relating to the State Treasurer; establishing the Nevada Baby Bonds Program and the Nevada Baby Bonds Trust Fund; setting forth the duties and responsibilities of the State Treasurer in administering the Program and Trust Fund; authorizing the State Treasurer to adopt regulations relating to the Program; making an appropriation; and providing other matters properly relating thereto. Establishes the Nevada Baby Bonds Program. (BDR 18-356)   AB194.  This bill includes the possibility of allowing for the permanent expulsion of students in certain circumstances. This could affect rural students in that rural areas have such limited options for schooling/follow up etc.     AB37 Introduced by the Rural Regional Behavioral Health Board. It creates a Behavioral Health Workforce Development Center with goal of addressing the shortages across the state of behavioral health professionals   AB277 Defines term Rural Emergency Hospital. Sounds like it would help with connecting with additional federal funding.     To provide testimony on the phone, folks should call (888) 475-4499 any time after the Chair announces the period of support testimony. When prompted, provide Meeting ID and then press #. When prompted for a Participant ID, press #. Written testimony can be submitted electronically in PDF format no later than 24 hours before the meeting time to the Committee Manager at SenJUD@sen.state.nv.us.  You can also watch live on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NVLeg Advocacy Alerts   As the NASW-Nevada Chapter ramps up for what could be a difficult legislative session next year, we encourage you to subscribe to our action alert email system.   Action alerts are quick email alerts that allow you to submit comments and email/letters of position on legislation/policy being considered in Nevada.   All NASW-Nevada members are automatically subscribed using the email on file. You do NOT have to be a member of NASW (or even a social worker) to subscribe to our alerts - you just have to be willing to advocate for social work issues and values.   To subscribe or subscribe with a different email click: Action Center (votervoice.net)   In the right-hand side column under "Sign Up for Alerts", enter your email address and zip code and click the grey arrow.   Complete the additional information on page two and click submit.   Please share this subscribe link with your colleagues and friends whom you feel might be interested in receiving alerts. Call for nomination for 2023-2025   NASW-Nevada is a collective of social workers pooling resources and time to advocate for the profession and the issues critical to our clients. At all levels, your voice and time are what drive your association.   The Chapter is currently looking for candidates interested in serving on the NASW Nevada Chapter Board. The Chapter Advisory Board is your voice for chapter priorities, policy, and educational direction. The Chapter Advisory Board serves as a strategic partner with the Chapter Executive Director in setting the strategic plan and serves as a critical resource to inform the Chapter on issues important to Nevada social workers.   Positions that are up for election for July 1, 2023 start date are: • Secretary (two-year term)* • Member at Large (two-year term) • North Region District Chair (two-year term) • MSW Student Representative (one-year term) • BSW Student Representative (one-year term)     *indicates Executive Committee Member   You will need to be an NASW member in good standing at the time of application and maintain throughout your term to serve on the Board. Student Representatives must be enrolled in an accredited social work program in Nevada for the 2023-2024 school year. Regional representatives must reside or work in the region that they represent.   Priority for slating will be given to applicants who have previously served on an NASW Chapter Advisory Board for Executive Committee. Absent applicants with previous NASW Chapter Board experience other candidates will be considered.   Priority for slating of the Member at Large will be given to member applicants who reside outside of the Reno or Las Vegas area. In the absence of candidates from outside the mentioned areas, other candidates will be considered from within those areas.   For 2023-2024 priority for slating the BSW Student Representative will be given to candidates from UNLV and priority for slating the MSW Student Representative will be given to candidates from UNR. In the absence of enough qualified candidates from the priority location, other candidates will be considered.   Please Note: There is NO monetary requirement you must raise to serve on the NASW-NV Board of Directors, however, there is an expectation of volunteer time.   Applications must be submitted by April 21st, 2023. We encourage you to apply early, so members of the committee can reach out to you if there is anything they would need to follow up on. Apply for Consideration AD Becca Odom Wellness Want CEs while gaining skills to prevent burnout?   This virtual Level 1 & 2 Ethics of Trauma-Informed Care training will support therapists in applying a trauma-informed approach to navigate both personal and professional life challenges.   ​Participants will leave with simple effective interventions to manage stress, prevent burnout, and create a sense of safety with clients so they can lead their agency toward becoming a more trauma-informed organization.   Participants will have a live or self-paced option for the virtual trainings, lifetime access to the recordings and up to 4 Ethics CEs through NASW-NC.   Level 1: April 14th, 2-4 pm EST Level 2: May 19th, 2-4 pm EST   For more information: https://www.beccaodomwellness.com or contact becca.odom.wellness@gmail.com   Becca Odom is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Yoga Teacher with over a decade of experience in the mental health and wellness field. Becca specializes in combining Somatic Approaches with EMDR for trauma recovery. She primarily works with women who have experienced trauma, chronic stress, and anxiety. Her passion is to empower others to heal themselves and she specializes in anxiety, trauma recovery, and stress management.    She has been offering training on Yoga for Trauma and Resiliency nationally for the last 7 years and is passionate about supporting professionals to bring more trauma-informed tools into their clinical practice as well as for their own self-care to prevent burnout.    She is trained in EMDR, Community Resiliency Model (CRM), Mindful Schools, and Trauma-Focused Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and has her 200-hour yoga teacher training certification.  Committee/Task Forces 2022-2023   The NASW-Nevada Chapter seeks volunteers in every part of the state to volunteer on chapter committees or task forces to support events and chapter priorities. NASW is your association. Why not take advantage of all the opportunities it has to offer? Within each of our regions are ongoing leadership opportunities, CEU workshops, and networking events organized just for you. NASW-Nevada is your networking link to what’s going on in your community and the social work profession at large. This is your professional organization—make the most of your membership, and get involved! Consider joining one of the many committees and task forces within the NASW-Nevada Chapter.   For 2022-2023 they include: Social Work Networking North Committee - help plan and organize networking events for the northern region with the Northern District Chair. In formation*   Social Work Networking South Committee - help plan and organize networking events for the southern region with the Southern District Chair. In formation*   Conference Committee - assists in education review, promotes the event, and solicit sponsor/exhibitors. In formation*   Rural/Frontier Committee - standing committee tasked with looking for ways to better integrate rural social workers into the association. Currently Active.   Legislative Session Review Committee - reviews upcoming legislative issues and session legislation for discussion and possible chapter involvement and/or action. In formation*   Racial Equity Committee - standing committee tasked with reviewing current issues around racial equity. Currently Active.   Membership and Community Outreach Committee - standing committee to work with community partners to further recruit members and inform the social work profession on NASW activities. Currently Active.   ASWB Testing Task Force - time-limited task force charged with reviewing the ASWB testing results report and recommending to the board possible chapter action. In formation*   *Committees that are designated as "in formation" are committees that are currently not meeting but in which the association will be launching when needed or the applicable time period arrives. Committees marked "currently active", are currently meeting and have a formal charge.   Additional opportunities and task forces may be added throughout the year as needed by the Board of Directors. Updated opportunities will be reflected on the NASW-NV website and via email news blasts.   If you're interested in serving on one of these advisory groups, please complete an NASW-Nevada Committee Volunteer interest form.   Upcoming Committee Meetings!   Rural/Frontier Social Work Committee - Second Tuesday of every month, 5:00 PM Racial Equity Committee - Second Monday every month, 6:00 PM   Email admin.naswnv@socialworkers.org to Join the meetings! Committee Updates: Rural/Frontier Committee: Actively seeking additional members! Formed in early 2020 with a mission to engage social work professionals that are living or working in rural areas to identify their unique needs, increase chapter support, make recommendations to the NASW Nevada Board, and facilitate communication with colleagues that are in the urban areas as well as our community partners.   In addition to the opportunity to network and engage with social workers throughout the state, our current activities include a rural community assessment project, a CEU workshop focused on the concerns of social workers that are in rural areas, and tracking the infrastructure bill. You do not need to be a member of NASW to join this committee if you are a rural social worker! Nonmembers will serve as advisory members of the committee. If you'd like to join the committee please complete this form: NASW-Nevada Committee Volunteer (wufoo.com) Questions can be sent to admin.naswnv@socialworkers.org Your Nevada Chapter Presents: "Free Your Mind": Breaking the Chains of Imposter Syndrome Impostor Syndrome is a pervasive feeling of self-doubt, insecurity, or fraudulence despite often overwhelming evidence to the contrary. Often described as something “normal” and an experience that “many go through” imposter syndrome impacts women, women of color, and LGBTQ2IA individuals at disproportionate rates. In this workshop, we will do just that! Let’s stand in solidarity and discuss the impacts of racism, sexism, and colonialism on our feelings of inadequacy and belonging. Learn 4 steps to reframing Imposter Syndrome and walk away knowing that You Belong Where You Walk.   Date: Apr 22, 2023, 09:00 AM Pacific Time Venue: Zoom  Presenter: Crystal Rozelle – Bennett, LMSW is the founder and CEO of THRYVE, LLC and an Adjunct Professor at Florida State University and Sante Fe College. Ms. Bennett brings over 20 years of experience with youth and families to the leadership of THRYVE. Her areas of expertise include Human Trafficking, Suicide Prevention, Child Trauma/Maltreatment, Motivational Interviewing, Racial Trauma, Cultural Humility and working to dismantle systems of white supremacy to promote equity and justice.   Cost: 2 CEUs / $25 Nonmember / $15 NASW Member / Free for students (no CEUs)   Sign up here: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/z6lf88318a5w1j/ Licensing changes coming in 2023: As of January 1, 2023, ALL licensees must complete two (2.0) CEUs in Cultural Competency, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion during their CEU collection cycle. These CEUs are an addition to the mandated CEUs on suicide prevention that you upload with your renewals now. Read the Approved content for Diversity CEUs   Your Nevada chapter is here to help! Check out some of the on-demand classes that meet this new requirement!   A Conversation About Healing Racism This Northeastern District cultural competency CEU Virtual Training will explore and discuss how racism has shaped our personal and professional lives.   Credit(s):1.5 CEU Course Number: IL20200715 Duration:1 hour 26 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase Non-Member $38.00 - Member $23.00   Sign up here ----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/48db64db-e240-46d3-9994-5b04ebe6878e   Suicide Prevention: Black Youth Lives Matter Too! In the last several decades, suicide attempts among black adolescents has increased by 73% while attempts among white youth have decreased. Why aren't we sounding the alarm and doing more to raise awareness of this crisis? During this workshop, we will discuss the additional challenges faced by black youth, explore strategies to break down barriers, increase cultural competency amongst providers and the role of racial socialization as a protective strategy in reducing suicide attempts amongst black youth.   Credit(s): 3 Suicide, Diversity / Social & Cultural Competence Course Number: NYS20220819 Original Program Date: August 19, 2022 Duration:2 hours 47 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase Non-Member $75.00 - Member $30.00   Sign up here ---> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/7c1d4f95-81bc-407f-b96e-ca8974308e26     LGBTQ+ Equity, Diversity, Inclusion: “Somewhere” Over the Rainbow" The National Institutes of Health have designated sexual and gender minorities (SGM), also known as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, Two-Spirit, intersex, and other people. The National Institutes of Health have designated sexual and gender minorities (SGM), also known as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, Two-Spirit, intersex, and other people who do not “fit” within the traditional heteronormative binaries as health disparate populations. SGM experience significantly higher rates of mood, anxiety, and behavioral/substance use disorders, suicidality among other mental health issues. Emerging evidence indicates that SGM also have significantly higher rates of some chronic health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and diabetes. In this presentation, Dr. Hoy-Ellis will share how past and ongoing marginalization, exclusion, and discrimination are the ‘causes of these health conditions through the framework of the Health Equity Promotion Model. He will also offer key strategies for providing culturally sensitive, effective services for SGM, from adolescence through older adulthood.   Credit(s):1.5 Ethics Course Number: UT20220322-5 Duration:1 hour 26 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase Non-Member $25.00 Member $15.00 Student $10.00   Sign up here----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/fa5e6980-2a0c-4318-ba7c-1ed51d1fc9ca   Cultural Diversity, Cultural Competence, and Ethical Social Work Practice The United States of the 21st century is a patchwork land of many cultures: racial, ethnic, religious, geographic, gender, age, and even physical status. Each culture has its own worldview, relationship guidelines, family structure, spiritual mindsets, and values. In their work, social workers inevitably encounter persons from cultures different from their own, and these differences can be challenging obstacles to effective, ethical practice. The values of the profession, as articulated in the NASW Code of Ethics, ask us to honor the dignity and worth of our clients, to respect their autonomy, and to practice competently. The ethical mandate of competence includes what has been called “Cultural Competence”. We will address the idea that some situations may make ethical competence impractical or impossible, and approaches to these situations. We will also address the benefit, when working cross-culturally, of maintaining an attitude of humility and interest in other cultures.   Credit(s):1.5 Clinical 1.5 Ethics Course Number: VT20210317 Duration:1 hour 30 minutes Access: Available for 6 months after purchase Non-Member $35.00 - Member $25.00   Sign up here: ----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/f2c271cd-6c76-42d0-9fef-825591921d64     Historical Trauma in Tribal Cultures: What Social Workers Need to Know Presented by Sarah Deer, J.D. In this webinar, participants will learn about historical trauma and why it matters to social workers. The workshop presenter will provide historical background on tribal communities in the United States and how historical trauma manifests itself in contemporary settings. Learning Objectives: Understand what is meant by the phrase “historical trauma” Learn about important areas of knowledge about Native people, including diversity, history, culture, and contemporary realities Discuss some differences between some native cultures and Judeo-Christian cultures. Describe several protective factors that support the resilience of Native people.  Credit(s):1.5 Social & Cultural Competence Course Number: WI-2020-AC-DeerHistoricalTrauma Original Program Date: October 24, 2019Duration:1 hour 16 minutes Access: Available for 5 months after purchase  Non-Member - $52.00  Member - $37.00  Member-Retired/Student/Unemployed - $30.00   Sign up here ----> https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/f31edf44-68ab-49f7-a82e-9d85dbe3c42f   Member Benefit Highlight: Nevada MyNASW   Many of you may know about the National MyNASW Community, an online forum to connect with other NASW members throughout the country. Did you know that the NASW-NV Chapter has their own private board just for members in Nevada?   This was a project brought to us from the Rural Task Force to create a space for all Nevada members who are social workers (and student members) to be able to reach out to each other, engage with the community and get your questions answered. Please feel free to bring up topics that are important to you and those for which you may need feedback. Do you need a referral for a client? What about a question on a certain methodology or service. The Nevada MyNASW board is your tool to reach members across the state. You can even email them securely directly through the website.   Access to this online forum is included in your NASW membership. All you must do is log in to the MyNASW forum (login is the same as the member profile login on the national site) and then go to Chapter Communities and click on Nevada!   Click here!   Please note: Advertising products or services is not allowed on MyNASW Nevada board including non-NASW CEU events and job listings. Also NASW-Nevada takes allegations of hostile conduct/harassment seriously, any use of MyNASW board to harass another member will result in loss of privileges to use the board and referral to NASW ethics review. News to highlight! Bill could boost affordable housing in Nev. More affordable housing units could be built for Nevada residents with mental health conditions or disabilities, or who have lower incomes, under a bill that would raise the real property transfer tax by 20 cents for every $500 of value for building such housing. Because the legislation includes a tax increase, support from two-thirds of each of the state House and Senate would be required.Full Story: Nevada Current (Carson City) (1/19)    Morgan State University professor Anthony Estreet named CEO of NASW Anthony Estreet, a professor and former chair of the Master of Social Work Program at Morgan State University and chief executive officer of a behavioral health company in Baltimore, will be the new chief executive officer of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) beginning February 6. Estreet, Ph.D., MBA, LCSW-C, succeeds former CEO Angelo McClain, Ph.D., LICSW, who retired on December 31, 2022. Read more.   Webinar scheduled on expanded child tax credit Tax filing season is fast approaching, and families can still claim the expanded 2021 Child Tax Credit (CTC) if they have not done so already. Please join NASW partners, the Coalition on Human Needs, Partnership for America's Children, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities and Code for America on Thursday, January 19th at 2 pm ET for a webinar on how you can help families claim the 2021 expanded CTC, as well as other tax credits this tax filing season. All registrants will receive the recording and ready-to-use outreach resources. Register here. The webinar will include a quick overview of the 2021 expanded CTC, information on additional tax credits that families can get this tax season, and a review of free tax filing assistance options through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites and GetYourRefund.org. For questions, please contact Aline da Fonseca at the Coalition on Human Needs: adafonseca@chn.org.   2022 EPAS and Licensing Exam Pass Rates CSWE’s Commission on Accreditation has made the decision to remove licensing exam pass rates from the 2022 EPAS accreditation standards. This change reinforces the 2022 EPAS’ emphasis on anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion, which supports social work education programs in developing a workforce of social workers who are knowledgeable about the ways positionality, power, privilege, and difference affect all levels of practice. https://www.cswe.org/news/news/coa-removes-licensing-exam-pass-rates-from-the-2022-epas/     Join us now on Linkedin and our other social media platforms!           ‌  ‌  ‌ On-Demand CEU Education:   NASW is committed to helping social workers meet their professional development needs. Social Work Online CE Institute houses hundreds of on-demand titles produced by the NASW Chapters and National Office, and, for your ease of mind, uses the same NASW login to access the Institute and all your training history. NASW members can access both free CEs and CEs at discounted rates! Not a member of NASW yet? No worries, nonmembers can also purchase titles (at the nonmember rate).   Sign-up here: https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/   Pain Management: Differentiation Between Physiological Dependency and Substance Use Disorder. Prevention and Intervention   Specialty Practice Section Webinar Location: Online Register for 1.5 CEU Hours at https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/ffdce945-6e59-4b58-986d-e71d3514b27f   Social Work Ethics & Roe v Wade Supreme Court Decision Credit(s):2 Ethics Course Number: NJ20220727  Duration:1 hour 47 minutes Access: On Demand: Available for 3 months after purchase https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/4220e1d3-a789-43a8-93f7-3827391bf259   Addressing Suicide From the Person-in-Environment and Social Justice Perspectives Suicide may be one of the most challenging issues that social workers address in our professional careers. Credit(s):1.5 Suicide Prevention Presenter: David Derezotes LCSW, Ph.D. Course Number: UT20220322-7 Duration:1 hour 24 minutes Access: On Demand: Available for 5 months after purchase https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/Details/Information/faac6083-2e3a-45a4-b1c8-3f3c0202e58b

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From the Pen of the Chapter Board President: Greetings Nevada Social Workers,    As we are quickly approaching seasonal change, we’re also looking at a post-covid world full of unique challenges and opportunities. The only certainty is uncertainty. As vital servants to society, social workers have the unique skill-sets to help others navigate changing environments.  Social work, as a strengths-based profession, puts the abilities of the individual and their inner-power to overcome above all else. That perspective combined with social worker education, experience, and training amply prepare us to help others in a volatile environment.    My focus, during the second quarter of this year, will be to promote professional self-care. Working with our local board of directors, I hope to create opportunities to fellowship in-person and virtually, to exchange ideas for worker relaxation and decompression, and to increase our footprint and visibility as a go-to organization for Nevada Social Workers.   Please join me as we move from a generation of covid sufferers, to survivors, to champions.   Together we are invincible,   Victor   Register Upcoming Events:   NEW! - In-Person Networking Events - Las Vegas/Reno - Register Here Las Vegas: Wednesday March 30 6:00-8:00pm, Leatherneck Club located at 4360 West Spring Mountain Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89102. Reno: Thursday March 31 6:00-7:30pm, 255 VFW Historic lane, Reno NV   March 23 | “Social Work Month Student Town Hall” | 6-7:30 p.m. | REGISTER   The No Surprises Act and Outpatient Mental Health Services - March 24th 1:00-2:00 PST CEUS: 1 - Description: On January 1, 2022, a federal rule went into effect establishing “surprise” billing and transparency requirements to better protect patients from unexpected medical costs. Although the rule primarily focuses on hospital and facility-based services, certain provisions apply to all health care providers including social workers and other mental health professionals in outpatient practice settings. One such requirement is to provide all uninsured and self-pay clients with a “good faith estimate” of expected charges for recurring services. This virtual training will provide information and context relating to the No Surprises Act, and detail the practical steps necessary to comply with the new “good faith estimate” requirement. COST: $30 Nonmember / $17 NASW Member   April 21 | “What is a Social Work License and Why or Why Not is it Important” | 6-7:30 p.m. | REGISTER   LSW/LCSW Test Review Course (Virtual) - April 21-22, 2022 10:00AM-2:00PM Description: This two-day, four-hour course will help participants develop successful test-taking strategies for correctly answering examination questions and will review material in each of the content areas on the examination. Includes six-month access to a digital version of the NASW-IL–proprietary manual which includes selected readings and handouts designed to complement the lecture. Cost: 8 CEUs / $235 Nonmember ($225 No CEUs) / $175 NASW Member   May 16 | “An Introduction to the ASWB Exam: What New Social Workers Should Know” | 6-7:30 p.m. | REGISTER     2022 NASW-NV/ND Virtual Conference - Oct 13th - 14th, 2022.       On-Demand CEU Education:   NASW is committed to helping social workers meet their professional development needs. Social Work Online CE Institute houses hundreds of on-demand titles produced by the NASW Chapters and National Office, and, for your ease of mind, uses the same NASW login to access the Institute and all your training history. NASW members can access both free CEs and CEs at discounted rates! Not a member of NASW yet? No worries, nonmembers can also purchase titles (at the nonmember rate).   Sign-up here: https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/   ——————————————————————————————— Social Work Month In-Person Networking Events (Reno/Las Vegas)   On March 30th at 6:30PM, the NASW-NV Chapter will be hosting an in-person networking event in Las Vegas for Social Work Month. The event will take place at the Leatherneck Club located at 4360 West Spring Mountain Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89102.   The following day on March 31st at 6:00PM, the NASW-NV Chapter will be hosting an in-person networking event in Reno for Social Work Month. This event will take place at the VFW located at 255 VFW Historic lane, Reno, NV.   These events will allow you to discuss several topics around social work and challenges you are facing while reconnecting with fellow members.   Open to all licensed social workers, provisional social workers and students in a social work program.   Come join NASW-NV for a self care after hours social mixer! RSVP Call for Presenters! 2022 NASW- Nevada/ NASW-North Dakota Virtual Chapter Conference DEADLINE: Monday, May 2, 2022 2022 NASW-Nevada/North Dakota Chapters Virtual Conference taking place October 13-14, 2022   PRESENTATION REQUIREMENTS: We are seeking presentations that are creative, interactive, and audience-engaged. Proposals should have dynamic presenters who can lead social workers through discussions and peer-sharing about topics relating to tele-health, leadership, clinical or policy. Presentations must be 60 minutes in length unless they are filling the ethics slot. While the conference will be virtual - we are asking speakers to utilize virtual breakouts and audience participation as much as possible.   Day 1: 3 - Hours of Ethics - (Speaker Needed) 1 - Hour of Self-Care for Social Workers. (Speaker Needed) 1 - Hour - Networking /Education Session (Speakers needed in various regions).   Day 2: 8 sessions needed, all topics related to social work.   There is a maximum of two presenters per proposal. Presentations with more than two presenters will not be permitted.   DEADLINE: Monday, May 2, 2022   Accepted proposals will be notified by June 1 and will be expected to confirm their presentation placement within a week. NASW-NV Advisory Board Nominations Open for 2022-2023   (OPEN TO MEMBERS ONLY)   The Chapter Committee for Nominations and Leadership Identification is currently looking for candidates interested in serving on the NASW Nevada Advisory Board. The Advisory Board is your voice for chapter priorities, policy, and educational direction. Positions that are up for election for July 1, 2022 start date are:   • President-Elect (three-year term)* • Vice President (two-year term)* • Member at Large (two-year term) • South Region District Chair (two-year term) • MSW Student Representative (one-year term) • BSW Student Representative (one-year term)   *indicates Executive Committee Member   President-Elect will serve one year as President-Elect and then will assume the Presidency the following two years.   You must be an NASW member in good standing at the time of application and maintain throughout your term to serve on the Board. Student Representatives must be enrolled at an accredited social work program in Nevada for the 2022-2023 school year. Regional representatives must reside or work in the region that they represent. Apply today! (NASW-NV Members Only) Call for Volunteers!   The NASW-Nevada Chapter is seeking volunteers in every part of the state to volunteer on chapter committees to support events and chapter priorities.   The National Association of Social Workers is your association. Why not take advantage of all the opportunities it has to offer? Within each of our regions are ongoing leadership opportunities, CEU workshops, and networking events organized just for you. NASW Nevada is your networking link to what’s going on in your community and the social work profession at large. This is your professional organization—make the most of your membership, and get involved!   Consider joining one of the many committees and shared interest groups within the NASW-Nevada Chapter. They include:    Social Work Networking North Committee - help plan and organize networking events for the southern region with the Northern District Chair.     Social Work Networking South Committee - help plan and organize networking events for the southern region with the Southern District Chair.    Conference Committee - assists in education review, promotes the event and solicit sponsor/exhibitors.   Membership Committee - works with staff at the chapter to recruit and retain members in NASW-NV as well as assists the chapter to design new member benefits.     Rural Task Force - time limited group tasked with looking ways to better integrate rural social workers into the association. Task Force will present a report to the Board of Directors for review.     Legislative Committee - reviews upcoming legislative issue for discussion and possible chapter involvement, works on the formation and creation of the chapter annual advocacy day for social workers     Racial Equity Task Force - time limited group tasked with reviewing current issues around racial equity. Task Force will present a report to the Board of Directors for review.   Getting involved in your chapter is a great way to not only build your resume but to also gain leadership skills. But most importantly, if there is something you’d like to see happen in your region, whether it be starting your own Brown Bag Lunch series, a book club, a CEU workshop on a specific topic, or anything else, volunteering on a chapter committee is the best way to make it happen. Not seeing the topic you are interested in? Reach out to us to start your own Shared Interest Group (SIG) within NASW-NV!   This is YOUR association—make sure it reflects YOUR interests!   Sign-up to join an NASW-NV group! The Time is Right for Social Work Social Work Month in March is a time to celebrate the great profession of social work. The theme for Social Work Month 2022 is The Time is Right for Social Work.   During Social Work Month take time to learn more about the many positive contributions of the profession, and use the items in our toolkit to celebrate all the social workers you know. For more information on the toolkit, https://www.socialworkers.org/News/Social-Work-Month     THANK YOU TO OUR MEMBERS!   Not a member of NASW yet? Now is a perfect time to check out your professional organization Click here to learn more.   NASW Nevada Chapter | Website  ‌  ‌  ‌

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From the Pen of the Chapter Board President: Greetings Nevada Social Workers,    As we are quickly approaching seasonal change, we’re also looking at a post-covid world full of unique challenges and opportunities. The only certainty is uncertainty. As vital servants to society, social workers have the unique skill-sets to help others navigate changing environments.  Social work, as a strengths-based profession, puts the abilities of the individual and their inner-power to overcome above all else. That perspective combined with social worker education, experience, and training amply prepare us to help others in a volatile environment.    My focus, during the second quarter of this year, will be to promote professional self-care. Working with our local board of directors, I hope to create opportunities to fellowship in-person and virtually, to exchange ideas for worker relaxation and decompression, and to increase our footprint and visibility as a go-to organization for Nevada Social Workers.   Please join me as we move from a generation of covid sufferers, to survivors, to champions.   Together we are invincible,   Victor   Register Upcoming Events:   NEW! - In-Person Networking Events - Las Vegas/Reno - Register Here Las Vegas: Wednesday March 30 6:00-8:00pm, Leatherneck Club located at 4360 West Spring Mountain Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89102. Reno: Thursday March 31 6:00-7:30pm, 255 VFW Historic lane, Reno NV   March 23 | “Social Work Month Student Town Hall” | 6-7:30 p.m. | REGISTER   The No Surprises Act and Outpatient Mental Health Services - March 24th 1:00-2:00 PST CEUS: 1 - Description: On January 1, 2022, a federal rule went into effect establishing “surprise” billing and transparency requirements to better protect patients from unexpected medical costs. Although the rule primarily focuses on hospital and facility-based services, certain provisions apply to all health care providers including social workers and other mental health professionals in outpatient practice settings. One such requirement is to provide all uninsured and self-pay clients with a “good faith estimate” of expected charges for recurring services. This virtual training will provide information and context relating to the No Surprises Act, and detail the practical steps necessary to comply with the new “good faith estimate” requirement. COST: $30 Nonmember / $17 NASW Member   April 21 | “What is a Social Work License and Why or Why Not is it Important” | 6-7:30 p.m. | REGISTER   LSW/LCSW Test Review Course (Virtual) - April 21-22, 2022 10:00AM-2:00PM Description: This two-day, four-hour course will help participants develop successful test-taking strategies for correctly answering examination questions and will review material in each of the content areas on the examination. Includes six-month access to a digital version of the NASW-IL–proprietary manual which includes selected readings and handouts designed to complement the lecture. Cost: 8 CEUs / $235 Nonmember ($225 No CEUs) / $175 NASW Member   May 16 | “An Introduction to the ASWB Exam: What New Social Workers Should Know” | 6-7:30 p.m. | REGISTER     2022 NASW-NV/ND Virtual Conference - Oct 13th - 14th, 2022.       On-Demand CEU Education:   NASW is committed to helping social workers meet their professional development needs. Social Work Online CE Institute houses hundreds of on-demand titles produced by the NASW Chapters and National Office, and, for your ease of mind, uses the same NASW login to access the Institute and all your training history. NASW members can access both free CEs and CEs at discounted rates! Not a member of NASW yet? No worries, nonmembers can also purchase titles (at the nonmember rate).   Sign-up here: https://naswinstitute.inreachce.com/   ——————————————————————————————— Social Work Month In-Person Networking Events (Reno/Las Vegas)   On March 30th at 6:30PM, the NASW-NV Chapter will be hosting an in-person networking event in Las Vegas for Social Work Month. The event will take place at the Leatherneck Club located at 4360 West Spring Mountain Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89102.   The following day on March 31st at 6:00PM, the NASW-NV Chapter will be hosting an in-person networking event in Reno for Social Work Month. This event will take place at the VFW located at 255 VFW Historic lane, Reno, NV.   These events will allow you to discuss several topics around social work and challenges you are facing while reconnecting with fellow members.   Open to all licensed social workers, provisional social workers and students in a social work program.   Come join NASW-NV for a self care after hours social mixer! RSVP Call for Presenters! 2022 NASW- Nevada/ NASW-North Dakota Virtual Chapter Conference DEADLINE: Monday, May 2, 2022 2022 NASW-Nevada/North Dakota Chapters Virtual Conference taking place October 13-14, 2022   PRESENTATION REQUIREMENTS: We are seeking presentations that are creative, interactive, and audience-engaged. Proposals should have dynamic presenters who can lead social workers through discussions and peer-sharing about topics relating to tele-health, leadership, clinical or policy. Presentations must be 60 minutes in length unless they are filling the ethics slot. While the conference will be virtual - we are asking speakers to utilize virtual breakouts and audience participation as much as possible.   Day 1: 3 - Hours of Ethics - (Speaker Needed) 1 - Hour of Self-Care for Social Workers. (Speaker Needed) 1 - Hour - Networking /Education Session (Speakers needed in various regions).   Day 2: 8 sessions needed, all topics related to social work.   There is a maximum of two presenters per proposal. Presentations with more than two presenters will not be permitted.   DEADLINE: Monday, May 2, 2022   Accepted proposals will be notified by June 1 and will be expected to confirm their presentation placement within a week. NASW-NV Advisory Board Nominations Open for 2022-2023   (OPEN TO MEMBERS ONLY)   The Chapter Committee for Nominations and Leadership Identification is currently looking for candidates interested in serving on the NASW Nevada Advisory Board. The Advisory Board is your voice for chapter priorities, policy, and educational direction. Positions that are up for election for July 1, 2022 start date are:   • President-Elect (three-year term)* • Vice President (two-year term)* • Member at Large (two-year term) • South Region District Chair (two-year term) • MSW Student Representative (one-year term) • BSW Student Representative (one-year term)   *indicates Executive Committee Member   President-Elect will serve one year as President-Elect and then will assume the Presidency the following two years.   You must be an NASW member in good standing at the time of application and maintain throughout your term to serve on the Board. Student Representatives must be enrolled at an accredited social work program in Nevada for the 2022-2023 school year. Regional representatives must reside or work in the region that they represent. Apply today! (NASW-NV Members Only) Call for Volunteers!   The NASW-Nevada Chapter is seeking volunteers in every part of the state to volunteer on chapter committees to support events and chapter priorities.   The National Association of Social Workers is your association. Why not take advantage of all the opportunities it has to offer? Within each of our regions are ongoing leadership opportunities, CEU workshops, and networking events organized just for you. NASW Nevada is your networking link to what’s going on in your community and the social work profession at large. This is your professional organization—make the most of your membership, and get involved!   Consider joining one of the many committees and shared interest groups within the NASW-Nevada Chapter. They include:    Social Work Networking North Committee - help plan and organize networking events for the southern region with the Northern District Chair.     Social Work Networking South Committee - help plan and organize networking events for the southern region with the Southern District Chair.    Conference Committee - assists in education review, promotes the event and solicit sponsor/exhibitors.   Membership Committee - works with staff at the chapter to recruit and retain members in NASW-NV as well as assists the chapter to design new member benefits.     Rural Task Force - time limited group tasked with looking ways to better integrate rural social workers into the association. Task Force will present a report to the Board of Directors for review.     Legislative Committee - reviews upcoming legislative issue for discussion and possible chapter involvement, works on the formation and creation of the chapter annual advocacy day for social workers     Racial Equity Task Force - time limited group tasked with reviewing current issues around racial equity. Task Force will present a report to the Board of Directors for review.   Getting involved in your chapter is a great way to not only build your resume but to also gain leadership skills. But most importantly, if there is something you’d like to see happen in your region, whether it be starting your own Brown Bag Lunch series, a book club, a CEU workshop on a specific topic, or anything else, volunteering on a chapter committee is the best way to make it happen. Not seeing the topic you are interested in? Reach out to us to start your own Shared Interest Group (SIG) within NASW-NV!   This is YOUR association—make sure it reflects YOUR interests!   Sign-up to join an NASW-NV group! The Time is Right for Social Work Social Work Month in March is a time to celebrate the great profession of social work. The theme for Social Work Month 2022 is The Time is Right for Social Work.   During Social Work Month take time to learn more about the many positive contributions of the profession, and use the items in our toolkit to celebrate all the social workers you know. For more information on the toolkit, https://www.socialworkers.org/News/Social-Work-Month     THANK YOU TO OUR MEMBERS!   Not a member of NASW yet? Now is a perfect time to check out your professional organization Click here to learn more.   NASW Nevada Chapter | Website  ‌  ‌  ‌

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From the Pen of NASW-Nevada's Executive Director Kyle Hillman         NASW Opposes Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Exams     The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) opposes the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) social work licensing exams after a review of ASWB data shows significant disparities in pass rates for prospective social workers of color, older adults, and those who speak English as a second language.   ...

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From the Pen of NASW-Nevada's Executive Director Kyle Hillman         Legislative Session 2023: Your Membership Dollars at Work!   NASW is a collective of social workers pooling resources and time together to advocate for the profession and for your clients. Without your volunteer time and financial support, none of this work is possible.   This upcoming session could be one of the most consequential sessions for Nevada social workers in quite some t...

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From the Pen of NASW-Nevada BSW Rep Christina Cerrone, UNLV   NASW: More Than Just a Membership As an undergrad student in UNLV’s social work program, I’ve had a couple of years to reflect upon the various components of the social work profession and what they mean to me as a student. Embodied in the field of social work are the six core values that permeate into the change that we strive to achieve as students and social workers from the micro all the way to the macro levels. These values set by NASW – service, social justice, dignity and worth of a person, int...

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