The Importance Of Youth Civic Engagement
The Importance of Youth Civic Engagement in Social Work While youth culture and societal norms can shift over time, one truth remains constant: the youth of today will become the leaders, decision-makers, and change agents of tomorrow. Full of novel ideas, passion, and a desire to bring about change, they have the potential to make […]
8 Trends in Human Services That Are Transforming the Industry
Top 8 Innovative Trends in Human Services Advancing technology, newer practices, and mental health have caused many service providers to reconsider their workflows. While these current trends in human services are overwhelmingly positive, they can be challenging to keep up with — especially if you’re also dealing with a heavy caseload. As a case manager, […]
The Role of an Immigration Social Worker
The Role of an Immigration Social Worker and Its Challenges A social worker for immigrants adopts many responsibilities, including finding housing, employment, and other resources. However, immigration laws, legal status, and local prejudice can complicate the process. Immigration social workers ensure that immigrants have everything they need to pursue the American dream, including access to […]
What Is Trauma-Informed Care?
What is trauma-informed Care? Trauma affects nearly every person at different levels and is a central focus of many social services. Trauma can impact various human services cases, including substance use, employment, and child welfare. Additionally, we are still learning more about trauma’s symptoms, origins, and best practices. Empathetic and effective social workers must be […]
Do You Deliver on DEI for Clients?
Intro Human services providers like you generally come to the table with a passion for helping others solve problems that lessen their stability, safety and security. Your education and experience have raised your awareness of how social and economic systems can be as much a part of the problem as they are part of the […]
Creating a Culture of Continuous Learning in Human Services Organizations
Continuous Learning in Human Services Organizations Continuous learning has become a hot topic in many sectors, especially amid industry and protocol shifts. Whether you work in medical care, the government, or social work, continuing your education will help advance your career and your organization — often in ways you haven’t even considered. Read on to learn […]
How To Create a Client Intake Process Flow Chart
How To Create a Client Intake Process Flow Chart: A Guide Intake is arguably the most critical aspect of the social work process. It gives you a chance to identify the client’s needs, limitations, and case management goals. Keeping the intake process organized and informational is crucial for client satisfaction, continuity of care, and health […]
Discharge Planning Checklist for Case Managers
Effective Discharge Planning Checklist for Case Managers As a case manager, you play a critical role in ensuring effective discharge planning for your clients. With the increasing focus on care coordination and care transitions, a comprehensive discharge planning checklist for case managers is essential to facilitate timely and safe discharge. An organized process enables you […]
Can You Define Homelessness? The Four Types of Homelessness
Can You Define Homelessness? Is your client homeless? How do you define homelessness? In human services It’s not a simple yes or no answer. Instead it’s multiple choice. There are four categories of homelessness used for federal housing programs. Then it gets complicated, but we’ll break it down. The Department of Housing and Urban Development […]
What Is Targeted Case Management?
What Is Targeted Case Management and How Does it Work? Targeted case management is an essential human services practice focused on providing individualized support and care coordination to clients with complex needs. As a case manager, you take on a critical role in helping high-risk individuals access necessary services, progress toward their goals, and lead […]
