September 2023 Newsletter

Missouri Member Dr. Betsy Cauble named a Social Work Pioneer! An interview with NASW-MO!

Dr. Cauble is noted among a select group of amazing social workers. The Social Work Pioneer program honors members of the social work profession who have contributed to the evolution and enrichment of the profession. The Pioneer Program identifies and recognizes individuals whose unique dedication, commitment, and determination have improved social and human conditions. For Dr. Cauble’s bio, click here.

Dr. Cauble was kind enough to respond to an interview with Cassie E. Brown, our Executive Director. 

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NASW-MO Attends Healthcare Bill Signing; Many Provisions Directly Supported

NASW-MO Executive Director, Cassie E. Brown and At-Large Board Member, Nicholas Simon-Bracken attended the ceremonial signing of SB 106 by Governor Mike Parson at the University of Missouri-Kansas City on Thursday, September 7th. Missouri State Senator Lauren Arthur (D) of District 17 sponsored the bill, along with co-sponsor Senator Holly Thompson Rehder (R) of District 27.

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Ethically Speaking

Value: Integrity

Ethical Principle: Social workers behave in a trustworthy manner.

by Kanisha Moye, LMSW

Social workers are continually aware of the profession’s mission, values, ethical principles, and ethical standards and practice in a manner consistent with them. Social workers should take measures to care for themselves professionally and personally. Social workers act honestly and responsibly and promote ethical practices on the part of the organizations with which they are affiliated.

As one of the core values, integrity holds strong significance in the field of social work. There is an expectation for practitioners to address social issues, and to fight for diversity, equity and inclusion. Upholding this core value requires social workers to commit to maintaining an ethical standard, being transparent in our work, and prioritizing the wellbeing of the communities that we serve. I will discuss eight ways to ensure that as a social worker, you are maintaining integrity.


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From the Executive Director’s Desk

My colleagues, 

School is starting and practicum and field placements are upon us! I recall my field placement as a time of incredible learning, exciting opportunities, and stress! It was confusing to enter an agency for the first time as a social work student. I was fortunate to enter a community behavioral health setting where my supervisor was supportive and modeled the kind of social worker we should all strive to be: compassionate, ethical, well-educated, humble, and kind. (Thanks, Julie!) She modeled respect for me on a daily basis.


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Diversity and Awareness Observances for August

Click on the link for more information about ways to celebrate or observe the month, day, or week!

CIVIC HEALTH MONTH: https://vot-er.org/civic-health-month/

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Requesting Presentation Proposals for rest of 2023

NASW-MO seeking nominees for the state committee for social workers— Contact Cassie for more details! 

Seeking articles

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Medicaid Unwinding Resources

According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, as of August 24, at least 5.4 million Medicaid enrollees have been disenrolled (based on data from 46 states and Washington, DC). CMS has said that it has been working with states to identify any compliance issues. In addition, the National Health Law Program has filed lawsuits in Florida and Tennessee challenging the redetermination processes being used:

New resources from CMS and partner organizations include:

NASW-MO participates in the Connect to End Covid-19 Initiative. Check monthly for Covid-19 updates, vaccine information, and other resources for your clients, your practice, and yourself.

Approved CE's

Free CE: Civic Engagement as a Social Work Intervention, September 13th, 11:30am! (click link to register)

Civic Engagement Workshop

October 20, 2023

Missouri Alliance for Animal Legislation

Safer Together, MO

For more information or to register

please email Aislinn McCarthy-Sinclair at aislinn@maal.org

Your Inspiration for the Month

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September’s inspiration comes from your Executive Director’s recent trip to Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkin’s Museum of Art. You didn’t know you needed this, but here’s a little over a minute of real-life penguins looking at great art. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14bmdE-UjUU