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Next Board Member Openings scheduled for October 2008
District 3,4, and 7 see maps below:
There will be three vacant positions for Board Members effective October 1,
2008. Of these three positions one must be an LCSW, one an LGSW and one an LBSW.
There must also be at least one minority representative in this group. The board
will accept letters for nominations from June 1, 2008 until September 1, 2008.
The top three names (people with the most letters) for each district will be
sent to the Governor's Office for Board appointment consideration. The nominations must be made by a licensed social worker living within the
district of the person they are nominating. The letters must have the licensee's
name, license number and mailing address of the person making the nomination.
Letters received without this information cannot be accepted. Please
mail your nomination letter to:
Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners
Board Member Nomination
100 N Union Street, Suite 736
Montgomery AL 36130-1620
********* BOARD NOTICE *********
The Public Hearing took place October 26, 2007 here in Montgomery at 10:30 AM in the RSA Union Building at 100 North Union Street, Suite 300, Montgomery AL. Discussion on proposed changes to the Administrative Code (Rules) for the Board of Social Work Examiners occurred.
850-X-2 passed
850-X-5 did not pass and another meeting to discuss the
changes has been
scheduled March 28, 2008. Notice of the proposed changes were sent with the
Newsletter the week of January 7-11, 2008
To view the changes to the 850-X-2 go to Laws & Rules on our web page and view the Administrative Code, this sections is titled Definitions. This change went into effect December 12, 2007.
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The Public Hearing that took place on February 23, 2007 produced the following results:
Chapter
850-X-2 Failed
Chapter 850-X-3 Passed
Chapter 850-X-4 Passed
Chapter 850-X-5 Passed
Chapter 850-X-6 Passed
Chapter 850-X-8 Passed
The above changes went into effect April 12, 2007. A new Administrative Code will be printed after the next Public Hearing. When the Codes are available one will be sent to all licensees, in the meantime the changes have been updated on the Administrative Code which can be viewed from this web site under "Laws & Rules".
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MAY 2008 RENEWALS ARE DUE NO LATER THAN JULY 30, 2008
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Alabama Society of Health Care Social Workers
2009 Student Scholarship Award
Purpose of Award:
1. To raise the visibility of the Social Work profession in the area
of health care.
2. To honor and support an outstanding student who is committed to
pursuing a Social Work career in health care.
Description of Award:
1. The scholarship winner will receive a cash award, payable to your
school of choice, for $1,000 per semester. Second semester payment
contingent upon GPA of at least 3.0 in Social Work classes.
2. All applicants will receive a one year membership in ASHCSW.
Eligibility:
The award is open to any student in/from Alabama who:
1. Is a Junior/Senior or graduate student in the pursuit of a BSW/MSW
degree.
2. Attends an accredited School of Social Work.
3. Will be enrolled as a student in January 2009.
4. Shows a commitment to a career in health care Social Work.
Application Process:
1. Applications will be due by September 15, 2008.
2. Applicants are requested to apply by submitting three (3) copies of
each of the following:
a. A brief cover letter with name, address, telephone
and email address.
b. Three letters of reference including:
One academic recommendation
One fieldwork recommendation
One recommendation from an
employment or volunteer experience
c. A resume outlining volunteer, practicum, and paid
work experience.
d. A personal statement, not to exceed 500 words,
describing an aspect of Social Work practice in health care in which the
student is interested, explaining what the student believes to be his/her
potential to make a unique contribution in that area of practice.
3. Additional application materials will not be accepted.
4. The ASHCSW Student Award Committee will review all applications.
Candidates will be notified of the Committee's decision by October 15, 2008.
5. The recipient of the award will be recognized at the Fall Conference
2008, and may be asked to attend the conference to receive the award.
6. Applications may be sent to:
Jennifer van Blommesteyn, Lead Social Worker
Clinical Excellence Department
St.
Vincent's Hospital
810 St. Vincent's Drive
Birmingham, AL 35205
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The Alabama Association for Play Therapy
Would like to keep in touch with you and keep you informed of upcoming conferences and other events. We are also in the process of updating our website and would like to notify you when the new site is launched. Our hope is to have a site that provides valuable information for each person providing services to children in our state.
The link below will take you to the form. Or simply copy
and paste this link in your browser. It is quick and easy but will allow us to
stay connected to you.
Thank you!
CE Opportunity:
Alabama Board of Social Work Examiners now accepts ASWB approved workshop as of October 20, 2006. Programs approved by ASWB ACE can now be accepted.
Assistance Needed:
Employment Opportunities:
Kristin O'Bryan
P.O. Drawer 689
Calera, AL 35040
kobryan@chiltonshelby.org
Requirements:
We offer a competitive salary, attractive benefits and
professional growth opportunities.
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact
Stephanie Atchley at 800-739-9897 or email:
stephanie.atchley@threesprings.com.
To learn more about Three Springs, please visit our website,
www.threespringsemployment.com.
Clinical/Program Coordinator / Extended Care Program Master’s Degree in Social Science or related field from accredited college or university. Three years experience with addictions treatment and management with one year in the field in a supervisor position. Concentration in courses, continuing education or CEU’s in alcoholism addiction treatment or management. Must have A.L.C., L.P.C., or L.C.S.W. license.
Assessment Coordinator / Extended Care Program Master’s Degree in Behavior Science. Minimum of two years experience in addictions field and licensed as LCSW or LPC. If not licensed, must be eligible for licensure and have minimum of four years experience in addiction field.
Assistant Treatment Director / Clinical Primary Program Master’s Degree in Behavioral Science. Social Work. Provide treatment supervision and oversight in accordance with Bradford Health Services Philosophy and Principles or Treatment and professional code of ethics. Provide any and all job assignments as directed by supervisor.
Bradford offers a comprehensive employee benefit package. Interested applicants send resume with cover letter to: Bradford Health Services, P. O. Box 129 Warrior, AL 35180, Attn: Human Resources. Fax to: 205-244-3483 or email to: hrwarrior@bradfordhealth.net
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Posted 11/15/07 Adolescent Substance Abuse Counselor - Europe Science Applications International Corporation (SA |
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Science Applications International Corporation
Adolescent Substance Abuse Counseling Services (ASACS) Europe and Asia ASACS Counselor Position Overview: Working with American teens on U.S. Military installations in Europe and Japan, Implement an established community-based adolescent substance abuse prevention and treatment program. The duties include intake, screening, assessment, case management, providing AOD training and specialized education on a variety of topics, treatment planning, discharge and continuing care planning, records management, and participation in quality assurance. |
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Requirements: Required Skills: At least 2 years aggregate experience in treatment of adolescent substance abuse and 3 years of full time clinical experience. Valid state clinical license in social work, marriage and family therapy, or professional counselor license, and possess or be eligible for a state or national alcohol and drug counseling (AOD) certification. Candidates must be creative and skilled in prevention education, community referral agreements, program marketing, and possess strong public speaking and public relations skills. |
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Group Home Manager - Manages a small group home in Clanton. Bachelor's Degree and 2 years direct service experience required. This is a full time position with an excellent benefits package. Mail resume to Chilton-Shelby Mental Health Center P.O. Drawer 689 Calera, AL 35040.
Kristin O'Bryan
Human Resources Manager
Chilton-Shelby Mental Health Center
phone: 205.668.4308
fax: 205.668.4957
email: kobryan@chiltonshelby.org
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