NASW-IL Statement in Support of the Anjanette Young Ordinance
NASW-Illinois Chapter Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (NASW-IL DEIC) The National Association of Social Workers, Illinois...
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NASW-IL Staff
- Nov 7
- 2 min
CMS Seeks Feedback on Good Faith Estimates
Reprinted from the NASW Social Work Blog Attention Clinical Social Workers: CMS Seeking Feedback on Good Faith Estimates Center for...
NASW-IL Staff
- Nov 3
- 2 min
Ask NASW-IL: I'm a new LSW/LCSW—do I need to start acquiring CEUs yet?
With the removal of the licensing examination as requirement for licensed social workers (LSWs) in Illinois at the beginning of the year,...
NASW-IL Staff
- Oct 18
- 3 min
New Student Loan Repayment Program Launches for Community Behavioral Health Care Professionals
ISAC and IDHS Joint Press Release Illinois Student Assistance Commission Partners with Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of...
NASW-IL Staff
- Oct 12
- 3 min
NASW-Illinois Chapter Announces 2022 Illinois General Election Endorsements
CHICAGO, IL—The National Association of Social Workers, Illinois Chapter (NASW-IL), announces its endorsements for the upcoming 2022...
NASW-IL Staff
- Oct 4
- 5 min
Ask NASW-IL: What do I need to renew my LSW/LCSW license in 2023?
Regardless of when you first receive your license, every license shall expire on November 30 of each odd-numbered year. The next license...
NASW-IL Staff
- Oct 1
- 4 min
From the Pen of the President: September 2022
NASW-Illinois Chapter President Kenna Dunlap Johnson, MBA, MSW, LCSW As I reflect on the past couple of months, I am glad to welcome the...
NASW-IL Staff
- Sep 23
- 1 min
IDFPR Waives License Restoration Fees for LCSWs through 01/01/28
The Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has shared with us an FAQ about the Mental Health Workforce...
NASW-IL Staff
- Sep 1
- 3 min
Ask NASW-IL: Can I see my client via telehealth if they travel outside of Illinois?
As "reopening" continues and social workers and their clients become more mobile in their locations, social workers are ethically and...
NASW-IL Staff
- Sep 1
- 5 min
From the Pen of the Executive Director: September 2022
Joel L. Rubin, MSW, LSW, ACSW, CAE NASW-Illinois Chapter Executive Director This has been a very momentous summer for the social work...
NASW-IL Staff
- Sep 1
- 3 min
2022 NASW-Illinois Chapter Statewide Awards
This year, the National Association of Social Workers, Illinois Chapter (NASW-IL) is honoring the work of some exceptional Illinois...
NASW-IL Staff
- Aug 30
- 7 min
Ethical Out-of-State Telehealth Practice: National and International Considerations
Ruth Lipschutz, LCSW, ACSW Practicing across state or national lines has been a challenging and confusing area for many social workers....
NASW-IL Staff
- Aug 15
- 1 min
Effects of ASWB Report Results on Interstate Licensure Compact
In light of recent reports on the biased nature of ASWB exams and how it affects the Interstate Licensure Compact, please note that the...
NASW-IL Staff
- Aug 15
- 8 min
NASW-IL Full Statement on ASWB Test Analysis
NASW-Illinois Chapter Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (NASW-IL DEIC) NASW-Illinois Chapter Full Statement on ASWB Test...
NASW-IL Staff
- Aug 6
- 2 min
ASWB First-Time Pass Results Released: This Is Not Ok
Today the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) released a long-awaited report on first-time pass rates (with demographics) for social...
NASW-IL Staff
- Aug 5
- 1 min
Update on CareDash and BetterHelp Concerns
Office of General Counsel, NASW National Please see below an update from national NASW General Counsel Anne B. Camper, JD, MBA: We...
NASW-IL Staff
- Aug 4
- 2 min
Ask NASW-IL: Do I Need In-Person CEUs for 2023 Licensure?
One of the most common questions we've been getting these days is whether the IDFPR in-person CEU requirement is still in effect. As of...
NASW-IL Staff
- Jul 15
- 3 min
Registration Open! Reconnecting through Social Work: 2022 NASW-Illinois Chapter Hybrid Conference
Let's get together to reconnect! REGISTER NOW! Join us for an in-person, live virtual, or hybrid (both!) day of education with social...
NASW-IL Staff
- Jul 14
- 1 min
Social Work Compact Initial Draft Released—Your Feedback is Needed!
Last week, the Council of State Governments (CSG) released an initial draft of the Social Work Compact for review and public comment. To...
NASW-IL Staff
- Jul 12
- 2 min
Coming Soon: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
988, the new three-digit number for mental health, substance use and suicidal crises, will be available nationwide by July 16, 2022. ...