Upcoming
SPS Webinars
Monday, December 9, 2024 (1 – 2:30 pm ET)
Presenter: Lawrence Fishel, PhD, LCSW-C
CEs: 1.5 Substance Use Disorders contact hours
This webinar will focus on the effects of the legalization of cannabis in most states. It will also cover recent research in alcohol and the psychology of abusive and addictive behavior. There will be a discussion on the treatments of substance abuse, recovery programs and support groups in our communities.
Objectives:
- Assist social workers in learning recent trends of the most commonly abused substances, cannabis and alcohol.
- Assist social workers to understand the psychology behind addictive behavior.
- Guides on how to treat and assist individuals with addictive behavior with an emphasis on alcohol use disorder and cannabis use disorder.
Cost: SPS Members: Free / Non-SPS NASW Members: $20 / Non-NASW Member: $40
Friday, January 10, 2025 (1 – 2:30 pm ET)
Presenter: Sandi Lindgren, PhD, LICSW, PCC
CEs: 1.5 Social Work contact hours
Join us for an engaging workshop to discover the transformative power of Emotional Intelligence (EI) in social work. EI is more than just a trend; it's an essential tool for enhancing resilience, promoting well-being, and improving outcomes in both personal and professional settings. This session will provide a foundational understanding of EI, highlighting the benefits of developing awareness and integrating EI practices into your professional life. Participants will learn how EI can enhance personal well-being, boost professional effectiveness, and positively impact client relationships and outcomes. Aligned with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) standards, this workshop underscores the importance of prioritizing emotional, mental, and behavioral well-being—for both social workers and clients. Join us for this opportunity to further develop your EI skills! Please download the handouts prior to the session, and complete the “pre” self- assessment be available 2 weeks before the webinar.
Objectives:
- Define and understand Emotional Intelligence (EI) and its competencies.
- Recognize the importance of EI in social work for both personal and professional growth.
- Explore and apply EI strategies to enhance client interactions and outcomes.
- Complete a self-assessment and create a personalized plan to integrate specific EI skills into everyday practice.
Cost: SPS Members: Free / Non-SPS NASW Members: $20 / Non-NASW Member: $40
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 (1 – 2:30 pm ET)
Presenter: Nick Szubiak, MSW, LiCSW
CEs: 1.5 Substance Use Disorder contact hours
Objectives:
- Identify Social Work Interventions in SUD Care: Social workers will learn how to effectively screen, intervene, and refer clients with mild to moderate substance use disorders (SUDs), applying core social work competencies.
- Enhance Client Engagement and Brief Interventions: Social workers will develop practical skills to deliver brief interventions and motivational interviewing techniques tailored to substance use challenges, aligning with social work principles of client-centered care.
- Advocate for Systemic Changes in SUD Treatment: Social workers will gain tools to advocate for policy changes, including increased SUD training and equitable reimbursement structures, enhancing their role in integrated care settings.
Cost: SPS Members: Free / Non-SPS NASW Members: $20 / Non-NASW Member: $40
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