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The Promotion
Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
I was recently asked to be the program manager over the young adult house where I facilitate groups and provide individual therapy. I informed the staff this was a position I would…
The case against bucket lists
Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
Being my best self and teaching others how to be their best self is on my bucket list of life experiences. I know I am not alone in this. That’s why my…
Social Workers Don’t Operate in a Vacuum – Articles of a Career Journal
Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
I love the Opt Ed section of the paper. I believe we all need to write at least one letter on something we’re passionate about in our lifetime. In saying that, I…
Parmesan Gratin, with a Side of Appropriate Boundaries
Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
“Rich, creamy, and cheesy potatoes smothered in heavy cream and parmesan goodness are sure to be a hit.” That is the nonchalant statement I made the other night to a young woman…
Lessons from a Social Worker
Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
I am a clinical social-worker who wears several different hats. I find these eight tips Managing Caseloads to be universal and easily tailored throughout the profession. Are there tips you would add?…
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