Fall Social Work Institute
September 9, 2015 - Batesville, MS
Holiday Inn
210 Power Drive, Batesville, MS
September 10, 2015 - Jackson, MS (Flowood, MS)
Table 100 Conference Center
100 Ridge Way, Flowood, MS
September 11, 2015 - Gulfport, MS
Courtyard Marriott
1600 East Beach Blvd. Gulfport, MS
6 Continuing Credit Hours Included
Agenda:
7:30 - 8:30 am - Registration & Vendor Networking
8:30 - 9:30 am
- The Impact of Generational Diversity on
Social Work Practice:
From Baby Boomers to Millennials
Karen Aderer, LMSW
USM School of Social Work
Understanding the distinctly different core value systems and attitudes of each generation is critical for all practitioners. Insight into “generational thinking” is critical in understanding client behavior patterns and the development of case and treatment plans. During this session Ms. Aderer will:
- Define differences in attitudes, communication styles, & values of the Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation Xers and Millennials.
- Define the impact of generational issues on social work practice.
- Explain ways generational differences impact recruitment, hiring and retention in your agency.
- Identify strategies for setting expectations, supervising and giving feedback to Millennial staff members.
9:30 - 10:00 am
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Break
& Vendor Networking
10:00 - Noon
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Pimp My Life – The Scope of Juvenile Sex
Trafficking in America
- Identify potential victims from the four primary manifestations of domestic minor sex trafficking
- Identify risk factors commonly associated with trafficking victims.
- Identify three categories of traffickers and their methods of recruitment and grooming
- Identify strategies for stopping the abuse and reclaiming shattered adolescent lives
Elizabeth Scaife, BA, Director of Training,
Shared Hope International
Yes, Juvenile sexual trafficking is a multi-million dollar industry that exploits and abuses thousands of juveniles and adolescents across America. Identifying the scope of this epidemic and developing strategies to stop the abuse and destruction of young lives is a priority. During this program Ms. Scaife will:
Noon - 1:15 pm
- Lunch on your own & Vendor Networking
1:15 - 2:15 pm
- Impact of Trauma on Sexually Exploited Youth
Elizabeth Scaife, BA, Director of Training,
Shared Hope International
When we interact with a sexual trafficking victim it is critical to communicate with them in a manner that begins to build trust and opens the door to leading them to safety and treatment. During this program Ms. Scaife will:- Identify symptoms and behaviors of complex trauma
- Define and explain the implementation of trauma-informed and strength-based practices while interacting with exploited and abused youth
2:15 - 2:30 pm
- Break & Vendor Networking
2:30 - 4:30 pm
- Social Work Practice, Social Media & the
Electronic World:
Ethical Issues and Conflicts
Karen Aderer, LMSW
USM School of Social Work
The “Electronic World” is woven into every element of our professional and private lives. As professionals we must take care and clearly create appropriate “Electronic Boundaries” to protect our professional integrity, client confidentiality and security. During this session we will:- Define the current forms of social media being used by both practitioners and clients building culturally diverse institutions
- Explain ways one’s online presence complements or conflicts with one’s professional presence
- Define issues pertaining to use of social media and confidentiality.
- Define potential boundary issues and dual relationships as they relate to social media
- Clarify strategies to protect clients and practitioners
Institute Registration Fee:
$169 early registration postmarked by 9/3/15
$189 registration postmarked after 9/3/15
For additional information please call:
Carol Partridge Moraway, LCSW (228) 229-6555
Or request more information via our online form.