Standardized tests are as biased as the people who create them.  Ethical social work practice requires each practitioner and organization to strive toward cultural humility and competence.  The highest level of care … Continue reading NASW Statement on ASWB Exam Pass Rate Analysis →

Social workers provide the majority of mental and behavioral health services in the country. In New York State there are 61,685 licensed social workers compared to 15,309 licensed psychologists, 9,292 … Continue reading Modernizing New York’s Social Work Board and Regulations: The Report & Recommendations →

Chapter supported legislation that passed in the 2022 legislative session  A6008E/S5301A: Article 163 Professionals Legislation. The legislation establishes clinical experience requirements for certain mental health practitioners and other mental health … Continue reading 2022 Legislative Session Report →

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SOCIAL WORKERS JOB DESCRIPTION STATEMENT  TITLE:   Program Coordinator                                 POSITION STATUS: Full-Time DEPARTMENT:  NASW-NYS REPORTS TO: Chapter Executive Director              PAY LEVEL: $50,000- $62,000 plus bonus pay dependent … Continue reading We are hiring! | Program Coordinator at NASW-NYS →

License Master Social Work – Scope of Practice Alert Over the last year, the New York State office of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW-NYS) received numerous complaints about … Continue reading License Master Social Work – Scope of Practice Alert →

CareDash and BetterHelp — Disturbing Practice CareDash acts as a healthcare review website for a wide variety of providers, including clinical social workers, providing information on patient reviews, disciplinary actions … Continue reading File a Complaint || CareDash and BetterHelp Update →