HISTORY.
"Practice of bachelor social work." The professional
application of social work theory, knowledge, methods,
principles, values and ethics to restore or enhance social or
psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families,
groups, organizations and communities. This practice is basic
generalist nonclinical practice that includes interviewing,
planning, intervention, case management, mediation, supportive
counseling, information and referral, problem solving, client
education, advocacy, community organization and the development,
implementation and administration of policies, programs and
activities.
"Practice of clinical social work." Holding oneself out to
the public by any title or description of services incorporating
the term "licensed clinical social worker" or using any words or
symbols indicating or tending to indicate that one is a licensed
clinical social worker and under such description offering to
render or rendering a service in which a special knowledge of
social resources, human personality and capabilities and
therapeutic techniques is directed at helping people to achieve
adequate and productive personal, interpersonal and social
adjustments in their individual lives, in their families and in
their community. The term includes person and environment
perspectives, systems theory and cognitive/behavioral theory, to
the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of psychosocial
disability and impairment, including mental and emotional
disorders, developmental disabilities and substance abuse. The
term includes the application of social work methods and theory.
The term includes the practice of social work plus additional
concentrated training and study as defined by the board by
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