Registration Form- 2021 Fall Conference

For immediate registration, please register online at

www.naswnc.org

If paying by check or money order, please complete a

registration form and mail it to:

NASW-NC Attn: CE (Fall Conference) PO Box 27582 Raleigh, NC 27611

First Name: __________________________ Last Name: _______________________________

Credentials: _________________________ NASW Membership # ——–--——–——–————

Address: ______________________________________________________________________

City: ____________________________________________ State: ________ Zip:____________

Daytime Phone: (______)_________________________________________________________

Email: ________________________________________________________________________ ** Please include a valid email address as registration confirmations will be sent via email only.

**Because NASW-NC staff is working remotely, there may be a delay in processing registrations that are mailed in. NASW-NC is not responsible for lost or delayed registrations by mail.

**required in order to receive member-only discount.

Workshop and Activity Selections:

Monday, 8:30am-10:30am, Keynote Address (2 Ethics CE Hours) _____Yes _____No

Monday, 11:00am-12:30pm, Breakout Sessions (1.5 CE Hours) _____M1 _____M2 _____M3

Monday, 1:30pm -3:00pm, Breakout Sessions (1.5 CE Hours) _____M4 _____M5 _____M6

Monday 3:30pm-5:00pm, Breakout Sessions (1.5 CE Hours) _____M7 _____M8 _____M9

Tuesday, 8:30am-10:00am, Breakout Sessions (1.5 CE Hours) _____T1 _____T2 _____T3

Tuesday, 10:30am-12:00pm, Breakout Sessions (1.5 CE Hours) _____T4 _____T5 _____T6

Tuesday, 1:00pm-2:30pm, Breakout Sessions (1.5 CE Hours) _____T7 _____T8 _____T9

Tuesday, 3:00pm-5:00pm, Keynote Address (2 Ethics CE Hours) _____Yes _____No

NASW Members

______ $125.00 Full Conference

Not Yet a Member?

______ $ 250 Full Conference

Up to 31 CE hours available!

NASW-NC Annual Fall Conference Sponsors and Exhibitors

Thank you to the sponsors and exhibitors of the 2021 NASW-NC Annual Fall Conference. Thank you for your support of the social work profession. Please be sure to visit each sponsor and

exhibitor during lunch each day of the conference for a chance to win some social work swag!

PLATINUM SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSORS

EXHIBITORS

Brain Injury Association of North Carolina CapTel NC

Cherry Hospital Monarch

NASW-NC Annual Fall Conference

General Information Due to the continued uncertain nature of the global pandemic, the 2021 NASW-NC Fall Conference will be held virtually.

The Fall Conference is a meeting for the entire profession. Everyone from the social work student to the LCSW in private practice can benefit from the presentation offerings.

After the conference, attendees will take away new ideas, knowledge, and the skills to implement them. Past attendees have shared that the workshops offered are an enhancement to their practice and area of specialization. This year we are offering a track on racial bias and cultural humility. We are also emphasizing the needs of the aging pop-ulation. Racial Bias and Cultural Humility

• Addressing White Supremacy

• Combating Organizational Bias

• Examining Critical Race Theory

• Expanding Holistic Cultural Awareness Aging

• Long-Term Care Isolation

• Supporting Family Caregivers

• Caregiving and Dementia

• Dignity in Aging Other great topics

• Sexuality and Gender

• Rural Communities and Ethics

• Self-care

• Digital Advocacy

Credit and Certificates Each attendee that participates in the entire live event will re-ceive a Certificate of Attendance reflecting 13 live contact hours of Continuing Education. Of these hours, up to 7 hours are Ethics Continuing Education.

Bonus CE! Receive up to 31 Hours of CE Total!

The 2021 Fall Conference sessions will be recorded. If you missed a session due to internet outages, etc, or would like to watch additional breakouts, the recorded sessions will be available until December 10, 2021. For these sessions attendees can receive up to 18 hours of distance learning CE. You will receive CE credit for the sessions you attend. The conference platform will track your attendance. You will receive an email on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 with instructions on how to access your final CE certificate for the live hours. For the bonus hours, instructions will be shared 1 week after the conference. After December 10, access to the sessions AND certificates will no longer be available. Because of this, we cannot issue certificates for this conference after December 10, 2021. Consider keeping track of your CE hours with the NASW CE Tracker at www.socialworkers.org. The North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure administrative code (https://ncswboard.org/page/administrative

-code.html#.0401) that governs social work licenses indicates that “Live synchronous audio-video broadcasts allowing for real time interaction between the instructor and participants attending through electronic means shall not be considered distance learning activities;”, this means that the LIVE ses-sions will count as synchronous CE.” Anything recorded will count as distance learning for licensure renewal.

Registration Information

Because NASW-NC staff is working remotely, there may be a delay in processing registrations that are mailed in. NASW-NC is not responsible for lost or delayed registrations by mail.

For quicker registration and to be sure you meet all deadlines, please register online at www.naswnc.org and pay with a credit card. Payment for registration via check or money order should be made to NASW-NC. Registration will close on November 8, 2021.

Conference log in instructions will be sent by email closer to the date of the conference.

Please note

Refunds are not available for this conference!

As the conference proceedings will be recorded and available to all registrants until December 10, 2021, NASW-NC will not be issuing refunds of any kind.

Virtual Conference Code of Conduct NASW-NC is dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), nationality, level of experience or technology choices. We do not tolerate harassment of program participants in any form, nor do we tolerate behavior that would reasonably lead to another participant being made to feel unsafe, insecure, or frightened for their physical or emotional well-being. All communication should be appropriate for a professional audience. Program participants, including stakeholders, violating these rules may be expelled from the program without a refund at the discretion of the conference organizers. By registering for the conference, you are agreeing to follow the code of conduct.

LCAS and LCAS-A holders can count the hours earned at Fall Con-

Dually Licensed?

Ideas presented by speakers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions and

policies of NASW-NC.

8:00-8:30 am: Welcome and Announcements

8:30-10:30 am: Opening Keynote 2 CE Ethics Hours

Critical Race Theory and Psychotherapeutic Practice

Travis Albritton, MSW, MDiv, PhD

This workshop applies a critical race theory framework to psychotherapy that highlights blind spots in clinical training that we as practitioners may have, regardless of our therapeutic orientation or personal demographics. Travis Albritton will provide theoretical and historical context to explain why this is the case. He will then apply this framework to help us rethink what we are asking of clients and how we understand their responses, including how to approach racialized issues, engage with our assumptions and discomfort, and extend these practices beyond the therapy session.

10:30-11:00 am: Break

11:00-12:30 pm: Break Out Sessions 1.5 CE hours

12:30-1:30 pm: Lunch Break — Please visit our sponsors and exhibitors in our LIVE Virtual Exhibit Hall!

= NASW member

M1: Supporting Family Caregivers in the Healthcare Continuum

Lisa Hoskins, MSW, LCSW

This presentation provides a comprehensive understanding of the in-home care continuum, limitations and gaps in services. Often times due to the lack of services the caregiver responsibility falls largely to family caregivers. Considerations to support these caregivers through respite and self-help strategies will be provided and a discussion on steps moving forward to address these services gaps will be explored.

M2: Naming the White (Supremacy) Elephant in the Room Elizabeth McCorvey, LCSW

This presentation will begin by setting a framework and common language around antiracism and white supremacy culture, specifically in the context of social work and practices of mental health. Then, we will unpack the Social Work Code of Ethics and uncover ways in which the Code upholds and maintains white supremacy culture (intentionally and unintentionally) as well as identifying tangible ways to disrupt and challenge these systems in social work practice.

M3: Ethical Approaches to Sexuality in Clinical Practice Tab Ballis, LCSW, LCAS, CCS and Marsha Rand LMFT, CST

As social workers encounter their clients' challenges maintaining healthy sexuality in a variety of practice settings, they are often presented with the uncomfortable choice of awkwardly addressing or avoiding this important area of human life without sufficient preparation... while striving to maintain ethical practice. This presentation by a seasoned clinical social worker and a Certified Sex Therapist will leave no questions unanswered, as we explore ethical approaches to sexuality in practice.

Monday, November 15, 2021

E

E = Ethics Credit

E

Here’s a Tip:

With virtual conferences you have the ability to network in real-time with other attendees.

Use the chat feature to take the opportunity

to share insights and ah-ha moments.

M4: Inside Long-Term Care Isolation

Lauren Zingraff, MSW, Heather Burkhardt, MSW and Bill Lamb, MSW

Starting on March 2020, long-term care facilities were closed to all outside visitors. These restrictions were kept in place for a year. The only people who were allowed inside the facilities were direct care workers (staff). The extended period of visitation restrictions led to another pandemic with devastating consequences; one of loneliness, depression, sadness and even death. This panel will consist of a social worker, family member/caregiver, State of NC ombundsman, & long-term care resident who will share their first hand lived experiences on the impact on being "locked in or locked out" of long-term care during the COVID-19 pandemic.

M5: The Invisible Struggle: Expanding Holistic Cultural Awareness for Self-Development and to Increase Effectiveness When Working with Black Clients Brandon Williams, LCSW

The goal of this training is to provide information related to the development and manifestations of prejudice, discrimination, and racism. I introduce and utilize a framework I have built called “Transformative Thinking” which has been significantly effective in both individual and group therapy. In theory this will empower participants to develop through introspection and continuous self-analysis. Also, providers will be empowered to better serve oppressed populations. Methodologies utilized include psychoeducation, general relevant and historical education, in vivo exposure, and therapeutic processing. Challenges inherent to both the provider and client will be addressed.

M6: Cultural Competence and Treating Transgender Individuals

Christien Harden, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CCS

So often we are certain of our own cultural competencies only to face a bracing reality check. During our time together we will explore our assumptions of transgender mental health and substance use disorder treatment, fascinating insights of those receiving treatment, and culturally competent treatment tools and modalities to better serve this population.

1:30-3:00 pm: Break Out Sessions 1.5 CE Hours

Monday, November 15, 2021 Continued

M7: Hidden In Plain Sight: Serving the Solo Aging Demographic

Nancy Ruffner, BSW, GCCE

Whether the moniker is “Elder Orphan,” “Solo Ager” or simply “Solo,” the fast-growing segment of the aging population presents an underserved market that’s stacked with opportunity and true need. Learn about the solo demographic, their needs for your services and how to find and engage them. Unprecedented shifts in demographics are redefining who we are, how we live, and who will care for us. This presentation gives professionals insights into the solo ager and how they want to live, and how services within the social work profession can help them to succeed.

M8: Respecting Differences: Courageous Conversations

Betsy Finger, LCSW and Ed Hillman, MDiv

People seem more polarized and less open about respecting differences. This can impact staff, clients and effectiveness of social workers and agencies. Retirement community staff developed a program to help staff and residents to appreciate differences and to learn new methods of communication. This program can easily be replicated in any setting. The program focused on key differences: Sexual Orientation, Race and Culture, Religion, Abilities, and Political Views. The program brought in community experts in these areas. The speaker presented at one session and there was a follow-up roundtable discussion with participants to discuss issues and to learn communication tools.

M9: Ensuring Do No Harm: Understanding Impact of Micromessages in LGBTQ Care

Katharine Campbell, PhD, LCSW

This workshop is designed to first understand the importance of the LGBTQIA+ alphabet, then dive into how micromessages show up in everyday language and without awareness can lead to great harm. However, when one seeks to understand the critical implications that arise in subtitles’ you will recognize the implications, your privilege and how allyship can manifest into action.

= NASW member

3:00-3:30 pm: Break

3:30-5:00 pm: Break Out Sessions 1.5 CE Hours

Here’s a Tip:

WIFI connections can be unpredictable. Hardwire in if you can.

T4:Creative Counseling Techniques for Engaging Clients Virtually

Mary Affee, Ed.D, LCSW, RPT-S

The COVID-19 pandemic had us working virtually, and now many clinicians continue to enjoy this new way of providing mental health services. Join us in an experiential and interactive workshop where you will learn to use creative interventions for virtual therapy. Attendees will be actively engaged and will leave the workshop with creative techniques that can be applied and modified across diagnoses, populations, ages, and situations.

T5: The Intersection of Race and Class in the War on Drugs

Jesse Bennett, MSW, LCAS

Our workshop will enhance introductory knowledge of the War on Drugs. We will look at the reason why drugs are illegal and have a better understanding of racist and classist drug policies. Participants will have an increased understanding of the drug war, the sentencing disparities, and we will look at how modern-day policies have changed very little over time. Secondly, we will dive deeper into policing for profit with asset forfeiture. Next, our workshop will address the importance of acknowledging the roles which race, and class play in drug policy. We will discuss the complexities of dismantling a billion-dollar industry and have a better understanding of the war on drugs being a war on people, American people. Finally, digging into drug induced homicide and the ramifications of this policy in the state of North Carolina.

T6: Second Hand Trauma Informed Care-How to Become Self-Care-ish AF!

Desiree Rew, MSW, LCSW, MBA

This is an interactive presentation to examine self-care practice as the remedy for second-hand trauma encountered by social workers. Whether a direct service provider, a macro-social worker, or in management- all levels of work involve ranging points of second-hand trauma. This workshop will seek to uncover the obstacles to carrying out the care we recognize we need on a cognitive level but have trouble implementing. Participants will generate a personalized plan to start or strengthen their practice. Two attendees will get a T-shirt or tumbler designed by presenter that says, “Self-Care-ish AF!”

T1: Aging, Caregiving and Dementia

Barbara McLaughlin, MSW, M.Div., LCSW

There are over 10 types of dementia. Alzheimer's’ disease gets the most publicity, yet all types of dementia present challenges for clinicians, families and those living with dementia. The longer we live, the greater the chance of living with dementia. Detailed information about the 10 most frequently diagnosed types of dementia; and the similarities and differences between aging and dementia are explained. Prevention steps to delay possible onset and steps to manage dementia are included in this presentation. Caregiving guidelines for partners and family in managing dementia are addressed.

T2: An Inward Look, Focusing on Equity and Combating Organizational Bias

Jenny Wade, LCSW and Karen McLeod, MSW

Join this session for a discussion on the data surrounding the harm generated by organizational bias and offer tools on how to address them. Our objectives are:

1. Raising awareness of issue of organizational bias/ systemic racism

2. Demonstrating organizations that have had success in addressing organizational bias

3. Offering hope and potential solu-tions for audience members to con-sider within their own organizations

T3: Hometown Ethics: A Focus on Rural Communities

Elizabeth Reed, LCSW (NC, VA)

How do we manage our boundaries during unexpected encounters with service users? 50% of Americans reside and work in communities with a population of less than 50,000 people. Yet, the majority of Social Work research is focused on Urban areas. Our Ethical code often assumes that we can always have access to a large number of providers without consideration of the numerous challenges of the rural community. This workshop will examine ethics, boundaries, and dual relationships as they apply in rural communities.

8:30-10:00 am: Break Out Sessions 1.5 CE Hours

10:00-10:30 am: Break

10:30-12:00 pm: Break Out Sessions 1.5 CE Hours

= NASW member

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

Here’s a Tip:

Remember to take stretch breaks to refresh yourself and help you stay

focused.

8:30am-10:00 am: Break Out Sessions 1.5 CE Hours

E

E = Ethics Credit

T7: Digital Advocacy and Social Work Influencers: Creative Digital Platforms that Transforms Micro and Macro Agents of Change

Penny Carrol, MSW, LSW

Social work educators and social workers have found themselves needing to become more accustomed with technology and understand the frameworks of digital transformation than ever before. A professor of social work will discuss and share techniques on how using digital technology inspired students to create engaging and authentic public service announcements and community change demonstrations that raise awareness and facilitate change in resource allocations. An exploration of the advantages, effectiveness and methods displayed, supports social work advocacy and general familiarity with technology.

T8: Racism as the Diagnosis: Exploring Racism and Medical Trauma as Social Determinants of Health and Effective Strategies for Change

Brittany Works, LMSW-CTP

COVID-19 has highlighted disparities in healthcare and the continued mistrust of the healthcare system in the African American Community. Join us as we discuss the history of medical trauma that contributes to healthcare disparities amongst African Americans and mistrust of the healthcare system.

T9: YOU Are the Cake!

Hillary Bolter, LCSW, LCAS

Early on in my days as a therapist, a mentor said to me, "YOU are the cake, Hillary." What does cake have to do with being a therapist?! She explained further, "Who YOU are, how YOU show up with clients, THAT is the bulk of our work as therapists. The skills and tools we bring to sessions are the icing, but remember, YOU are the cake." In this session, we will play around with the synthesis of the roots of humanistic psychology, Motivational Interviewing spirit, and who we are as therapists as tools to enhance the change process with clients. I will be sharing research findings from the new book by Bill Miller & Theresa Moyers, Effective Psychotherapists: Clinical Skills That Improve Client Outcomes (2021). We are in this business to help people change! Come learn about the key ingredients to this process! Enhance your flavor of cake, and learn evidence-based methods of showing up in the room.

2:30-3:00 pm: Break 3:00-5:00 pm: Closing Keynote 2 Ethics CE Hours

KN2: Ethical practice in politicized practice settings: Remembering your training

Jack Register, LCSW, LCAS, CCS, SAP, BC-TMH

Many of us work in and with settings that are not centered in social work ethical thinking and practice. This workshop is a "survival guide" when you find yourself at odds with the agency, team, or partners with which you are working. We will review the NASW Code of Ethics and best practices.

12:00-1:00 pm: Lunch Break — Please visit our sponsors and exhibitors in our LIVE Virtual Exhibit Hall!

1:00-2:30 pm: Break Out Sessions 1.5 CE Hours

= NASW member

E

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 Continued

E = Ethics Credit

Here’s a Tip:

Consider using the NASW CE Tracker to organize your CE records.

We know how hard it can be to keep track of each CE certificate you earn, and we are here

to help.

socialworkers.org/cetracker