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What led you to run for the NASW Iowa Chapter Board? I was asked to, but am grateful as I feel I can make a difference on a macro level as well as micro.   How did you decide to go to social work school? I had been introduced to “therapy” in a very tumultuous time in my life when I needed it, and decided that I wanted to give back somehow. Returning to school at age 40 was a challenge, and it “steered” me in this direction.   When did you realize that social work is the profession for you? When I started to find out how many different ways social workers can help people and what we can do...

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  What led you to run for the NASW Iowa Chapter Board? The profession is only as strong as its members and their involvement in their professional organization therefore I have always been active in NASW. This is my second time on the NASW-IA board representing the NW branch and advocating for policies, programs, and recognition of the important role we play in rural Iowa.   How did you decide to go to social work school? While working in a non-profit organization serving adult with serious mental illness, my supervisor encouraged me to get my MSW. She provided guidance and support as I worked full-time and went to sc...

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What led you to run for the NASW Iowa Chapter Board? I was asked to by Tony (Raymer) How did you decide to go to social work school? I was encouraged to by a social worker that was a colleague of mine. If you could give one piece of advice to social work students, what would it be? Find a mentor who will challenge you. If you could give one piece of advice to new social workers, what would it be? Get out of your comfort zone, keep learning, and get consultation. What’s your favorite way to unwind after a long week? I like to bake and spend time with my family. A client appointment or a meeting is cancell...

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Rebecca is the secretary of the NASW Iowa Chapter.  If you could give one piece of advice to new social workers, what would it be? You may feel like you want to do it all and maybe even like you can do it all. Remember your limits and recognize your strengths.  What you give has value and it's important to give it intentionally. What’s your favorite way to unwind after a long week? Lately, I’ve loved some pizza, a movie and a lego set. A client appointment or a meeting is cancelled 15 minutes for it was scheduled to begin:              H...

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The Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) is holding community conversations about the ASWB tests required for licensure in many states.  As you may recall, this summer, ASWB released data that demonstrated test pass rate disparities among racial groups. The independent consulting firm the Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO) will be conducting three types of community conversations: in-person, virtual, and self-paced survey. It is time to register with HumRRO to participate. About the community conversations Each virtual and in-person community conversation is an interactive three-hour session connecting social...

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2022 Taxes and NASW Membership Dues Deductibility Members who qualify to deduct membership dues payments from income taxes should note that for the calendar year ending December 31, 2022, four percent (4%) of the annual NASW dues payment is not deductible. This percentage is based on the amount of association lobbying activity in 2022.

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The NASW Iowa Chapter office will be closed beginning at 1 pm Friday, 12-23 and will reopen on Tuesday, 1-3-23. If you need assistance with CEUs or any other year-end matters, please contact us by 4 pm on Thurs. 12-22 so we have to time for research and processing.  If you have questions about CEUs or licensure renewal, please see the Iowa Board of Social Work website: https://idph.iowa.gov/licensure/iowa-board-of-social-work

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NASW Essential Chat with NASW Board President Mit Joyner Thurs. 9-29 6 pm CT Facebook Live Governance and Leadership Shaping the Social Work Vision for the Future Featuring Dr. Mit Joyner NASW President-Elect Yvonne Chase Senior Field Organizer Dina Kastner NASW Federal Lobbyist Julie Shroyer MSW

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NASW is calling all non-profit professionals to see if they qualify for #PSLF during the Limited Waiver through October 31, 2022. Many #SocialWorkers qualify for #PSLF. Visit the #PSLF Help Tool to start the process of gaining forgiveness. #PSLFWorks https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

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Following a recent update from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), NASW has received multiple inquiries regarding telehealth place of service codes (POS) for Medicare, Medicaid and private health insurance companies. A blog post written by NASW Senior Practice Associate Denise Johnson clarifies what POS codes clinical social workers should use when providing telehealth services and much more. Read the NASW Social Work Blog https://buff.ly/3DtahPx

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Update 8-15-2022 CareDash and BetterHelp Concerns We previously informed you of our concerns about the posting of psychotherapists’ profiles, without their knowledge or consent, in soliciting business for online psychotherapy platforms. We are happy to report that – with the help our members – significant progress has been made in addressing these concerns. For a summary of developments, see this NASW blog. Given this progress and ongoing discussions between NASW’s National Office and CareDash and BetterHelp, we ask that you refrain (at least temporarily) from filing complaints on this issue with law enforceme...

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This Fri. 8-19-2022 An Hour with Private Practice Questions & Answers Historical Perspectives of Telehealth and Its Usage by Private Practitioners Today 11 am to noon CT More information available at https://www.socialworkers.org/practice/an-hour-with-private-practice This is a benefit of NASW membership!

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The first edition of the NASW Iowa Chapter Connect to Newsletter is now available. 8-4-2022 Edition of the NASW IA Connect to End COVID Newsletter  

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8-5-22, 11:57 am From the NASW Office of General Counsel Update on CareDash and BetterHelp Concerns We previously informed you of our concerns about the posting of psychotherapists’ profiles, without their knowledge or consent, in soliciting business for online psychotherapy platforms. As a result of our actions and your response, NASW is currently engaged in productive discussion with BetterHelp regarding this practice. Thanks to all of you for your attention to this issue. We will provide you with an update on this matter next week. The NASW Office of General Cousel is working diligently on this matter during their p...

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HF 2549 establishes a Mental Health Practitioner Loan Repayment Program Fund Good news!  On Monday, 6-15-2022, Governor Reynolds signed HF 2549, which establishes the Mental Health Practitioner Loan Repayment Program Fund.  The NASW Iowa Chapter worked closely with the Iowa Mental Health Counselors Association and the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy to advocate for this program. In HF 2575, the Education Appropriations bill, the state legislature appropriates $520,000 to the newly created Mental Health Practitioner Loan Repayment Program fund. (See p. 3 lines 6 through 14 of the amendment to HF 2575 for ...

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