Just A Social Worker; Celebrating Social Workers.

Episode 14 : Thoughts on Chiles vs. Salazar and its impact on social workers.

In this episode, social worker Laurie Eldred discusses a recent US Supreme Court case impacting social workers and therapists. The conversation covers the role of social workers, understanding conversion therapy, professional stances, legal implications, and ethical considerations. Key takeaways include the non-evidence-based nature of conversion therapy and the firm stance of professional organizations against it, especially when involving minors. Takeaways * Conversion therapy is not an evidence-based form of treatment * Professional organizations have taken a firm stance against conversion therapy involving minors Chapters * 00:00 Introduction and Case Overview * 06:09 Understanding Conversion Therapy and Its Impact * 12:00 Ethical Considerations and Conclusion

Episode 13: Ethical Work and the Immigrant Community with Jenny Bishop Holly DeVivo

The podcast episode features a discussion on immigration advocacy, ethical considerations in social work, and the complexity of the immigration process. The guests share their personal experiences, challenges, and the importance of understanding the role of social workers in immigration advocacy. They also highlight the need for ethical and professional conduct in immigration evaluations and the impact of immigration policies on individuals. The conversation delves into the role of social workers in advocating for and supporting immigrant communities. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration, consultation, and the corrupt nature of the immigration system. Additionally, it explores the exploitative functions of capitalism and the need for educational initiatives and community support in addressing immigration issues. Takeaways * Immigration Advocacy * Ethical Considerations in Social Work * Complexity of Immigration Process Advocacy and support for immigrant communities * The role of social workers in immigration advocacy Resources (because we all like a good resource) NASW MI Immigration Article Series https://www.nasw-michigan.org/news/708846/Immigration-in-SW-Series-Are-we-truly-providing-culturally-competent-care.htm [https://www.nasw-michigan.org/news/708846/Immigration-in-SW-Series-Are-we-truly-providing-culturally-competent-care.htm] https://www.nasw-michigan.org/news/704583/Immigration-in-SW-Series-The-Intersection-of-Immigration-Status-Human-Rights-Advocacy--SW-Ethics.htm [https://www.nasw-michigan.org/news/704583/Immigration-in-SW-Series-The-Intersection-of-Immigration-Status-Human-Rights-Advocacy--SW-Ethics.htm] https://www.nasw-michigan.org/news/721916/We-Are-Living-Through-This--And-Social-Workers-Cannot-Look-Away.htm [https://www.nasw-michigan.org/news/721916/We-Are-Living-Through-This--And-Social-Workers-Cannot-Look-Away.htm] NASW MI Community Calendar: https://www.nasw-michigan.org/events/event_list.asp [https://www.nasw-michigan.org/events/event_list.asp] ACLU MI: https://www.aclumich.org/ [https://www.aclumich.org/] Lighthouse Immigration Advocates: https://lia-michigan.org/ [https://lia-michigan.org/] MI Immigration Rights: https://michiganimmigrant.org/ [https://michiganimmigrant.org/] Contact Jenny Bishop or Holly DeVivo. https://www.elevatedtherapeuticservicesllc.com/ [https://www.elevatedtherapeuticservicesllc.com/] Just A Social Worker Podcast/Laurie Eldred on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/justasocialworkerpodcast [https://www.instagram.com/justasocialworkerpodcast] https://www.instagram.com/laurieeldred_lmsw_caadc [https://www.instagram.com/laurieeldred_lmsw_caadc/] You can support me here: buymeacoffee.com/justasocialworker [http://buymeacoffee.com/justasocialworker]

Episode 12: Chatting with Val Laster on current social work issues.

The conversation covers the diverse applications of social work, including the transition to Core Well Health, parallel career paths, and the challenges in accessing healthcare. It also delves into the hot topics in social work, such as somatic work and the mind-body connection, as well as the modalities of healing used in practice. The conversation covers the emergence of somatic and movement therapy as effective approaches in therapy, the empowerment and collaborative dynamics in therapy, and the impact of AI on social work and the need for ethical guidelines and policies around its use. Takeaways * Diverse Applications of Social Work * Somatic Work and Mind-Body Connection Somatic therapy and movement therapy are emerging as effective approaches in the field of therapy. * The impact of AI on social work and the need for ethical guidelines and policies around its use. Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Social Work * 06:31 Expansive Scope of Social Work * 13:44 Hot Topics in Social Work * 19:10 Empowerment in Therapy and Collaborative Dynamics Connect with Val: valerie.laster@corewellhealth.org [valerie.laster@corewellhealth.org] NASW MI Mind Body Group: https://www.nasw-michigan.org/page/Mind-Body-Interest-Group [https://www.nasw-michigan.org/page/Mind-Body-Interest-Group] Thank you for listening to this podcast.  I hope you find it helpful, supportive and inspiring for yourself and the social work profession.  We can take all the hope we can get. . . . If you like the work I provide, please follow me and give me a 5 star review so others can find me. If you want to support me in a small way, you can buy me a coffee to fuel me through the day. I would love it! buymeacoffee.com/justasocialworker [http://buymeacoffee.com/justasocialworker]

Episode 11: Interview with Taryn on Private Practice, Social Work, and Much More.

The conversation covers Taryn Sinclair's journey in social work, the challenges of private practice, and the impact of business culture on the social work profession. It also explores the importance of sustainable work practices, the role of community partnerships, and the impact of trauma on client populations. The conversation covers Taryb's career journey, the challenges of self-care in the face of societal issues, and the hope for progress and change. Taryb reflects on the evolution of their career, the impact of community work, and the struggle to balance self-care with social and political activism. Takeaways * Sustainable work practices benefit both clinicians and clients. * Community partnerships are essential for establishing referral systems and networks. * The impact of trauma on client populations is broad and diverse. Career evolution * Struggle with self-care and activism Chapters * 00:00 Client Populations and Community Partnerships * 29:36 Struggle with Self-Care and Activism * 35:14 Hope for Progress and Change Want to contact Taryn: https://ravenwiseconsulting.net/ [https://ravenwiseconsulting.net/] Please follow me on Instragram; www.instagram.com/justasocialworkerpodcast [http://www.instagram.com/justasocialworkerpodcast] Substack: https://substack.com/@justasocialworker [https://substack.com/@justasocialworker] Website: www.justasocialworker.com [http://www.justasocialworker.com] Like, Review and Share Us on all the major platforms.

Episode 10 Follow up of safety and social workers

The episode discusses the tragic deaths of social workers in California and the VA, highlighting the unsafe working conditions and violence experienced by healthcare and social service workers. It emphasizes the need for research, system work, and support to address workplace violence and its impact on the larger community. Takeaways * Workplace violence and unsafe conditions are prevalent in the healthcare and social service industry. * There is a need for more research, system work, and support to address workplace violence and its impact. Chapters * 00:00 Tragic Deaths of Social Workers * 05:55 Impact of Workplace Violence Show Notes: https://upte.org/ucsfsurvey [https://upte.org/ucsfsurvey] https://www.mysocialworknews.com/article/half-of-ucsf-social-workers-surveyed-report-sexual-assault-or-harassment-at-work [https://www.mysocialworknews.com/article/half-of-ucsf-social-workers-surveyed-report-sexual-assault-or-harassment-at-work] https://www.bls.gov/iif/factsheets/workplace-violence-healthcare-2018.htm [https://www.bls.gov/iif/factsheets/workplace-violence-healthcare-2018.htm]