Domestic Violence Statistics and Facts You Should Be Aware Of
About This Guide Domestic violence shatters lives across all walks of society. Yet, it remains dangerously misunderstood. To dismantle assumptions, you need to untangle the statistics on domestic violence, many of which are shaped by bias and underreporting. As a police social worker or case manager in a position to help domestic violence victims, having comprehensive knowledge of […]
What Is Community Integration?
What Is Community Integration and Why Is It Important? Community integration is the process of enabling people facing accessibility barriers to fully participate and thrive in mainstream society. This includes living, working, and learning in inclusive environments that are tailored to individuals’ needs. As a social worker, you play a crucial role in advocating for […]
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, […]
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 […]
Continuity in Client Engagement During Case Transfers
Client transfers are an unfortunate yet generally unavoidable aspect of social work caseloads that, when mishandled, can undermine client engagement, progress, and results. Transfers are caused by various reasons, from staff turnover to the provider’s capabilities. Whatever the cause, it’s up to the newly assigned provider to ensure the client is still prioritized and meets […]
Using Technology to Support Client Disability Income Approval
Navigating the intricate process of disability income approval can be overwhelming. From understanding complex Social Security programs to managing extensive documentation, the task is challenging, yet crucial for securing essential support for your clients. What if there were a way to transform these challenges into opportunities? A tool that could streamline this process, enhance efficiency, […]
A COVID-19 Call to Action for Foster Parents
Nearly 20 years ago, I embarked on what would be a fascinating career serving some of our nation’s most troubled youth. A remarkable career considering that when I started, I didn’t know anything about kids. I was a Political Science major in need of a job post-college when one of the nation’s most respected youth […]
Fire for Effect: Using Evidence in Foster Care
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Despite my 13-plus year career in the child welfare sector, I was never a clinician. I managed clinicians in an administrative capacity for a large number of those years and as such, a good deal of the information stuck with me. Yet, I could always count on my beloved clinicians to remind me that a […]
Why Child Welfare Agencies Should Stop Doing the Best They Can
For those who have spent any length of time serving in America’s thinly stretched child welfare system, they are well aware that “doing the best they can” comes up short on a far too frequent basis. Certainly, there are success stories in every state agency and private provider that spur every worker or therapist to […]
