Message from the Chapter President…
Believe it or not, I think summer is starting to show itself. All the signs are there…leaving the house without a coat in the mornings, staying up a bit later each night because it seems too bright out to go to bed, spending way too much time picking weeds, and actually looking forward to running even on the days I’m not motivated because it gives me an excuse to be outside.
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2008 Election Results
The NASW Washington State Chapter elections were held during the month of April 2007 and May 2007. The ballots were mailed out approximately April 15, 2007, to all member of record. All ballots were to be returned postmarked by May 31, 2007, to be eligible to be counted.
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2007 NASW Annual Conference “A Wow”
The NASW Washington State Chapter 2007 Annual Conference -“Changing World - Critical Conversations” featured outstanding speakers, a film, the dean’s panel, state social work awards, and a social even. For complete article click
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2007 Legislative Session Final Report
The NASW Washington State Chapter had a good year at the State Capitol. We monitored many issues and introduced legislation on social work title protection. We had over 250 social workers attend 2007 Lobby Day. The members’ support of the issues was outstanding.
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2007 and 2008 Education Workshops
The education workshop schedule for the remainder of 2007 is out. To register for an ethics workshop, or “Conducting Effective Mental Status and Risk Assessments”, or the Social Work License Exam Preparations workshops go to the Chapter website; www.nasw-wa.org and register today. More education workshops are being added monthly.
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2008 Committees “Become Involved”
One of the best ways to become involved in the NASW Washington State Chapter is to join a committee. By participating on a Chapter committee you unite yourself with liked minded professionals that share common interests. Your participation in a committee allows you to interact with future colleagues and peers. Your participation in a committee allows you to network with other social workers and build a foundation of collegiate spirit.
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2007 Social Work Awards
At the 2007 NASW Washington State Chapter Annual Conference, the 2007 Social Work Awards were presented. The awards were presented to individual social workers, agencies, and public leaders. Please congratulate the 2007 NASW Washington State Chapter Award recipients.
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Nominate a social worker [PDF] for the 2008 Social Work Awards.
Who Are the Heroes
Jonathan R. Beard has been recognized as a 2007 “Hero in the Fight” by the National Alliance on Mental Illness - Washington State Chapter.
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New Practice Bulletin
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is in the process of developing quality measures for 2008 for Medicare providers who would like to participate in the Medicare bonus incentive payment program.
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Reporting on Medicare Measures
Clinical members of NASW Washington should be aware of Medicare’s new pay for reporting program, the Physician Quality Reporting Initiative (PQRI) that applies to many providers - not just doctors.
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June Legal Issue of the Month - NASW Code of Ethics
The June “Legal Issue of the Month” article that reviews the use of the NASW Code of Ethics in state social work laws. This may be a particularly useful resource to social work and advocacy staff. An appendix lists the court cases referencing the NASW Code of Ethics. This article provides a summary description of the ways the Code has been recognized as a legal standard among the states. Contact Sherri Morgan at smorgan@naswdc.org with the NASW National Office with questions.
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Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services CMS - 1500 Form Deadline Extension
Read about the new practice bulletin Delayed Implementation Date for Revised CMS-1500 Form. You may reprint it. If you have any questions about it, please contact Mirean Coleman at mcoleman@naswdc.org with the NASW National Office.
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NPI Data Dissemination Alert
Here is an alert based on new information from CMS about NPI data dissemination. Clinical social workers who have received their NPI should read this information and act on it by the end of the month.
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Social Work T-Shirts Sale
NASW Washington State Chapter is selling Social Work T-Shirts
Shirt Description:
Purple with yellow accents; SOCIAL WORK, Justice and Compassion in Action, NASW Washington State Chapter
Assorted Sizes:
Small - limited quantity, Medium - limited quantity, Large, and X-Large - limited quantity.
Price:
$7.50 per T-shirt includes shipping and handling
Buy 5 and get 1 FREE
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If we are unable to fill your order with the requested size, we will fill order with the next largest size. If X-Large is ordered we will fill order with order.
The Social Work Story Video Sale
NASW Washington State Chapter is selling The Social Work Story: It’s Time to Tell the World VHS videos.
In this video, you’ll discover the plans for a National Social Work Public Education Campaign.
- What NASW research showed about public perceptions
- Who needs to hear most about our message
- The creative approach we’ll use to attract their attention
- How you can help make this campaign a reality
This video launches our national fund-raising effort. Join us to unite all social workers in this important campaign for the future of our profession.
Price:
$5.00 per video (limited quantity) includes shipping and handling
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