On Monday, January 21st, 2019 the Nova Scotia Government & General Employees Union (NSGEU) and the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW) launched a campaign encouraging Nova Scotians to write to the Premier to demand an increase in spending on social programs including Child Welfare in the next provincial budget. The campaign #childwelfareonthebrink feature… Read more »
Helen Creighton Room -Halifax Public Libraries – | 60 Alderney Drive | Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4P8 | Canada Monday, 11 March 2019 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (ADT) Ethics 101 is available to all social workers who have not attended this exciting event before. This experiential learning opportunity will Identify the roots of professional… Read more »
Friday 22, February 2019|10:00 AM – 2:30 PM (AST)|Western Counties Regional Library |405 Main St|Yarmouth, NS |B5A 1G3| This workshop is rooted in participatory learning and will engage participants by; Identifying the historical development of the professional social work identity; examining the current tensions and conflicts that exist within contemporary practice; investigate strategies and tactics for establishing a clear social work voice within… Read more »
Introduction The Private Practice committee formed in June of 2017 to address issues withthe bylaws regarding the registration of private practitioners. In addition, social work private practitioners and their clients have continued to face barriers in ensuring coverage of social work services through insurance companies. Parallel to these concerns, members working through the public mental… Read more »
We’re excited to announce a variety of upcoming professional development events across the province. Exact locations, times and dates to be announced. The workshops below are either half or full day sessions. Stay tuned in early 2019 for further details! February MAiD and NSCSW Guidelines in HRM Professional Identity and Social Work in Yarmouth March… Read more »
As 2018 quickly comes to an end the College’s Council, staff and many volunteers are reflecting on a year filled with activities and actions. We have continued to bring the organization to life as we engage, serve and protect Nova Scotians. We are building a vibrant community of professionals… Read more »
photo credit Len Wagg/Government of Nova Scotia Join the North Shore Social Workers Peer Consultation Group as they invite Judge Laurie Halfpenny-MacQuarrie, a Judge of the Provincial/Family Court in the Strait area of Cape Breton, to speak publicly in Antigonish on why she sought… Read more »
The Candidacy Mentorship Program needs your help! The College’s Candidacy Mentorship Program is seeking new mentors for our social work candidates. As a mentor, you will support candidates to better understand social work philosophy, become more self-aware, and refine their knowledge and skills. The role of a Candidacy Mentor is highly valued. Candidacy mentors are an important… Read more »
CONNECTION is the official newsletter of the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers.
