A N N U A L S T A T EC O N F E R E N C E 2 0 2 1

NOVEMBER 18 & 19COLUMBUS, OHIO

NASW OHIO

W E L C O M ETHANK YOU FORSUPPORTING NASW

Thank you for choosing to come to our conference. Yoursupport of NASW helps us meet our mission to advanceand protect the profession of social work. We quiteliterally cannot do this without you.

We sincerely appreciate the investment our membersmake into the association. We understand thechallenges you face, because at NASW Ohio, we’re socialworkers too. Your membership is an investment – aninvestment in social justice, the profession, and yourcareer. To that end, it’s important you know how yourdollars have been used. Here’s what we’ve done over thepast year.

If you're not yet a member of NASW, we hope you'll joinus. There is a membership application in your bag, turn itin at the registration desk (you'll get a free SocialWorker lunchbag or mug). You can always join later on atsocialworkers.org.

NASW Ohio is a leading advocate forour profession and for social justice.We did that by:

Leading the charge to have social workers added tothe list of healthcare providers for earlier vaccinationpriority. We also worked to prioritize vaccinationdistribution to all congregate settings.

Attending every state licensing board meeting toensure a balance between the public’s interest withour professional needs as social workers.

We were active in advocating to the licensing boardfor improved telehealth rules, to addresssupervision hardships, to improve anti-racismefforts, and to bolster the number of bilingual socialworkers in our state.

Advocating for increases in funding to two state-leveleducational debt relief programs for social workers.

Beginning work to build relationships with advocateswho want to change the child protective servicessystem to address systemic racism and oppressionissues.

Convening the deans and directors of Ohio’s schoolsof social work to discuss policy and practice issues.

Advocating to stop the so-called ‘consciousnessclause’ that was inserted at the last minute to thestate’s budget. Despite our efforts the clause waspassed and we are now working with our advocacypartners to undo the impact as it harms LGBTQclients.

Stepping up on a state and local level to encouragebetter solutions to the issues of policing. This hasincluded advocating to the Columbus City Counciland mayor’s office on how they are hiring socialworkers in alternative response models. The Chapterjoined the Columbus Safety Collective and is workingto establish an anti-racist, health centeredemergency response program for the city ofColumbus that operates independent of the divisionof police, is accountable to those impacted, andpromotes investment in long term communitysupports.

Starting a campaign to increase the number of paidfield practicums in our state. We hired Devon Jones,a student organizer, to lead this campaign. For moreinformation visit naswoh.org/paidfieldpracticums.

Holding two virtual advocacy days in the past yearincluding the spring event with 494 attendees and 30meetings with Ohio Senators. During advocacy day,we advocated for educational debt relief, banningconversion therapy, stopping anti-transgenderpolicies, and making real change to policing systems. Continuing to advocate on a state level to advancepro-active legislation and serving as a defense topolicies that are against the NASW policy statementsincluding anti-LGBT, anti-reproductive choice, andanti-voting bills.

Participating in The Behavioral Health ProviderCoalition for Insurance Advocacy which completedtwo surveys and related reports to inform insurancecompany representatives of the needs andexperiences of behavioral health providers.

W E L C O M EContinuing our work on addressing immigrationissues including producing a statement on gaps inaccess to behavioral healthcare for undocumentedimmigrants. We continue to convene groups forsocial workers for immigrant justice.

Working with colleagues in NASW chapters acrossthe country to strengthen commitment to anti-racistvalues and deepen anti-racism advocacy effortsthrough monthly large group and subcommitteemeetings.

Holding collaborative meetings and events with theNational Association of Black Social Workers to pushfor solutions to racism within social work practiceand policing.

In 2021 our Chapter's Political Action Committee,PACE, endorsed 14 candidates, three of whom aresocial workers. We are so excited that six of themwon their races, including one of those socialworkers- Reggie Harris for Cincinnati City Council.

Connecting what we learn every day from membersto important decision makers at the licensure board,legislature, and employers.

We provided training forprofessional growth including:

3 LISW-S certification programs

2 combo ethics and supervision seminars

6  licensure preparation courses

25 webinars

11 regional webinars

3 telehealth courses

2 virtual conferences

3 series of our Anti-Oppression-Informed Practitioner(AOIP) trainings , in addition to monthly AOIP consultationcalls

We offer members free, one-hour online CEUs on the secondWednesday of each month from 10-11 a.m. Members cancomplete all 30 CEUs for free by watching the webinars, live orrecorded. The 95+ topics include HIPAA compliance, trauma-responsive care, eating disorders, and more.

We engaged members and volunteers by:

Continuing to hold regional networking andengagement opportunities. We are deeply gratefulto our eight, volunteer, regional directors who offerquality programming across our state. Visitnaswoh.org/calendar to attend those offerings.

Created a bi-weekly member meeting at the start ofthe pandemic that has now transitioned to amonthly meeting to give updates, answer questions,and provide connection to NASW members.

Holding two events to connect with the new NASWnational regional director Sierra McNeil

Holding the 2020 Social Work Month CelebrationGala virtually on April 24, 2021 and recognized sixstatewide award winners.

Seven delegates from the Ohio Chapter participatedin the November 6, 2020 Delegate Assembly toshape the new changes to the Code of Ethics.

Creating a new legislative advocacy committee todeepen the capacity of the Ohio Chapter to advocatefor professional and social justice issues.

Establishing an anti-racism working group withinchapter to create standards and procedures toevaluate chapter workshops and CEU approvalsfrom an anti-racist lens.

Transforming our quarterly magazine to cover topicsin more detail and created a magazine workgroup toinvolve Chapter members. Our themes over the pastyear included macro social work, addressing COVID,Black Lives Matter, and grief. Be on the lookout forour next edition that is a deep dive into the needs ofindigenous communities, particularly in Ohio.

Continuing the work of the Chapter’s Human-AnimalInteraction working group which meets virtually,monthly on the first Wednesdays of the month.

The Chapter’s committee on ethics continues tomeet and has developed multiple resources forNASW members to navigate ethical dilemmas. To get plugged into NASW Ohio’s work, visitnaswoh.org/GetInvolved.

W E L C O M EWe worked every day to supportand advocate for members at everycareer level.

The eight regions in Ohio selected award winnersand recognized them on a local level. Those awardwinners were honored on the state level at the socialwork month celebration gala. We are happy toresume the in-person Social Work Month gala whichwill take place on March 19 at COSI in Columbus.

Consulting with hundreds of social workers, dailyanswering questions about ethical dilemmas, privatepractice, licensure, CEU audits, and more.

Providing career coaching to members, helpingenhance networking, fine-tune resumes, honeinterviewing skills, and practice salary negotiation.

It’s the support ofour members thatenables us to makeprogressive change.Thank you for yourmembership!

I N F O R M A T I O NCONTINUING EDUCATIONINFORMATIONContinuing Education Units (CEUs) are available forsocial workers, counselors, and marriage and familytherapists. Please check your CEU certificate form toensure the workshops you are taking are eligible forthe correct CEUs, including whether they count forsupervision or ethics credit. A total of 12 hours isavailable for social workers in-person, 30 hoursincluding the recorded content.

In your conference bag are two forms for CEUs, onefor each day. At the end of each workshop, thepresenter will provide an attendance validationcode. Write this code in the third column thatcorresponds to the workshop. CEUs are only validfor those sessions containing the correct attendancevalidation code. At the end of each day turn in yourform. Your CEU certificate will be uploaded to CEBroker on your behalf the last week of November. IfNASW encounters any difficulties uploading yourcertificate to CE Broker, your certificate will beemailed to you instead.

EVALUATIONSPlease complete evaluations for each of the sessionsyou attend and the overall conference evaluations.QR codes for the online evaluation forms are postedin each workshop room along with instructions. Forthe workshop evaluation simply select the workshopyou attended and fill out the survey questionsaccordingly. Please only fill out the overallconference evaluation one time.

If you have trouble accessing the online evaluationform please request a paper copy at the registrationdesk.

RECEIPTSIf you need a receipt for your payment or anyother paperwork, e-mailinfo.naswoh@socialworkers.org.

WI-FIConference attendees can access the facility's Wi-Fiby logging on to any of the available routers. Thepassword is Quest1021.

RESTROOMSWomen's and gender neutral restrooms areavailable outside Morgan 2&3. Men's and overflowwomen's restrooms are available past the elevators.

RAFFLEEnter to win a prize during the conference. In yourbag is a list of all the exhibitors. When you visit atable, have the representative initial your sheet. Atthe end of the conference, turn in your sheet toreceive one entry per initial. The winners will bedrawn at the end of the conference. Make sure to fillout your contact information on your sheet so thatwe can contact you if you won.

I N F O R M A T I O NSOCIAL EVENTS &CONFERENCE EXTRAS

We are offering lots of social events & extras duringthe conference including:

Student Advocacy Meet-Up- Students and otherswho are interested can eat lunch together onThursday in Edison 1&2 while learning more aboutNASW Ohio's campaign to increase the number ofpaid field practicums in our state. Our StudentOrganizer Devon Jones will be leading the meet-upand sharing more about the campaign and how toget involved.

Yoga Class- Thursday, 3:30- 5:00pm in Resnik

Free Professional Headshots - Offered on a first-come, first-serve basis during the NetworkingReception, Thursday, 5:00-6:30pm in Edison 1

Lunch with Your Local Region - Eat lunch withmembers of your local NASW region in Edison 1&2on Friday

THURDAY EVENINGNETWORKING RECEPTION

Free professional headshots offered on first-come, first-serve basisAppetizersRaffle PrizesVoucher to attend the first section of NASWOhio’s virtual Anti-Oppression-InformedPractitioner Training (2 Ethics CEUs) for free forall who attend!

All conference attendees are welcome to attend theThursday Evening Networking Reception, sponsoredby Ohio Department of Mental Health and AddictionServices! The event will begin in Edison 1 directlyafter the last breakout sessions on Thursday the18th at 5:00pm and end at 6:30pm. This event willprovide great opportunities to get to know otherconference attendees & network with fellow socialworkers and potential employers!

Networking Reception Bonuses:

S C H E D U L E THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18

8:00-9:00AMRegistration, networking, breakfast,and exhibit viewing

9:00-11:00AMWelcome and Keynote, Edison 1&2Room (1.5 CEUs)Voting: The Politics of Social Work,presented by NASW National BoardPresident Mildred "Mit" C. Joyner, DPS,MSW, LCSW

Poster Session, Resnik Room

11:00-11:45amExhibit Viewing/Lunch Pick-UpStudent Advocacy Meet-up, Edison 1&2Room

11:45am-1:15pmBreakout Session A (1.5 CEUs)Lunch will be eaten during workshop

1:30-3:00pmBreakout Session B (1.5 CEUs)

3:00-3:30pmExhibit viewing and coffee break

3:30-5:00pmBreakout Session C (1.5 CEUs)

5:00-6:30pmNetworking Reception, Glenn 1

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19

8:00-9:15AMRegistration, networking, breakfast,and exhibit viewing

Political Advocacy Session, Morgan 1Room

9:15-11:00AMWelcome and Keynote, Edison 1&2Room (1.5 CEUs)Size-Inclusive Care: Moving Beyond theDestructive Legacy of Obesity inTreatment, presented by Elizabeth Chinn,MSW, LSW

11:00-11:45amExhibit Viewing/Lunch Pick-UpEat lunch with your region, Edison 1&2Room

11:45am-1:15pmBreakout Session D (1.5 CEUs)Lunch will be eaten during workshop

1:30-3:00pmBreakout Session E (1.5 CEUs)

3:00-3:30pmExhibit viewing and coffee break

3:30-5:00pmBreakout Session F (1.5 CEUs)

M A P

B R E A K O U T S

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18

Breakout A and B11:45AM- 3:00PM3-Hour Workshops

Breakout #1A&B - *Supervision Beyond the TitlePresented by Dr. Patricia Lyons, LISW-S3 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, and Marriage& Family Therapists; Meets SupervisionRequirements - Must attend part 1 & 2Location: Edison 1In this session we will unpack the role of supervision inclinical, administrative, and participatory settings viathe complexities of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Anti-racism, and Workplace Ostracisms. This is an interactiveand engaging exploration of the pathways to provideand receive meaningful supervision.

Breakout #2A&B - *Adult Caregiving Programs:exploring conflicts and ethics from the socialwork perspectives Presented by Ann O'Halloran Weaver, MSW, LISW-S,BCD3 CEUs for Social Workers; Meets EthicsRequirements - Must attend part 1 & 2Location: Edison 2This workshop will be an exploration of the caregivingworld, through the social work lens. Caregiving isexpanding in our society and is now the focus ofmultiple programs which we will talk about.Additionally, there will be detailed ethics discussionsabout the social work role and the complexities of thispotential duality of serving both caregivers and carerecipients. We're also going to take pandemic conditionsinto account within this caregiving world in ourdiscussion.

Breakout A11:45AM- 1:15PM1.5-Hour Workshops

Breakout #3A - *Grand Challenges for SocialWork in Action: The Role of Specialized Docketsin Promoting Smart Decarceration, EliminatingRacism, and Achieving Equal Opportunity andJusticePresented by Joanne Lunceford, DSW, MSW & KrystalMartin, MSSA, LISW-S1.5 CEUs for Social WorkersLocation: Morgan 1This workshop will deliver an overview of the GrandChallenges for Social Work and the intersectionality thatexists amongst them all. Participants will take a briefretrospective look at the evolution of the GrandChallenges and learn about how the Municipal Court'sSpecialty Dockets Program in Franklin County, Ohio isputting them in action. How the program has potentialto make substantial change and serves as a model forother localities and jurisdictions; as well as, evolvingcurrent practices, the role of legislation, the need for alldisciplines to focus on race and similar systemic issues,and the benefits of collaborations to increase likelihoodof success, will also be explored.

Breakout #4A - The Native American IndianCenter of Central Ohio (NAICCO): What socialworkers should know about working with theNative American community in OhioPresented by Ty Smith, NAICCO Project Director1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage and Family TherapistsLocation: Morgan 3

The majority of this year's workshops are being recorded and will be available to both in-personattendees and those who purchased the recorded virtual alternative.

Workshops which will be recorded and offered virtually are marked with *.

B R E A K O U T STHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18

Breakout B1:30PM-3:00PM1.5-Hour Workshops

Breakout #5B -*Kinship Caregiving in OhioPresented by Amy Bennett, MSW, LSW, Baylee Butlerand Maria Laib, LISW-S1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage & Family TherapistsLocation: Morgan 1It can be difficult working with kinship families as thereare many different types of kinship caregiving in Ohio,both informal and formal. Families providing kinshipcare to children may qualify for support and services,but navigating these supports and how to makeappropriate referrals requires knowledge of the legalissues surrounding kinship care in Ohio. In addition,some kinship caregivers may be eligible for a greateramount of support by becoming licensed foster parents.This training will provide guidance t o social workersand counselors on navigating the kinship care system inOhio for their clients and their client's family members.

Breakout #6B - *Harm Reduction: Meeting PeopleWhere They Are & Redefining RecoveryPresented by Suzanne Plymale1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage & Family TherapistsLocation: Morgan 3This radically client-centered training will introduceattendees to the key principals of harm reduction andexplore how they fit into an anti-oppressive model ofcare for those who use drugs. This presentation will alsoinclude tangible ways to support harm reduction,including Narcan training.

Breakout C3:30PM - 5:00PM1.5-Hour Workshops

Breakout #7C - *We the People: The Practice &Ethics of Eating Disorders AdvocacyPresented by Chase Bannister, MDIV, MSW, LCSW,CEDS1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage & Family Therapists - Meets EthicsRequirementsLocation: Morgan 1In this presentation, participants will learn how socialworkers have influenced public awareness and publicpolicy as it relates to early-intervention, access to care,and treatment of eating disorders. Participants willlearn a history of advocacy in the field of eatingdisorders, the ethical imperative for legislativeadvocacy, and forward-looking pathways toengagement.

Breakout #8C - *Intersection of Mental Health &Right to Autonomy in Goals of CareConversationsPresented by Jillian Sherman, LISW & AmandaMartin, LISW1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage & Family Therapists - Meets EthicsRequirementsLocation: Edison 2This training will explore the role of inpatient palliativemedicine in identifying and advocating for patientsgoals of care. In addition to an overview of primarypalliative care, we will engage in a discussion of ethicaland practice considerations when working with patientswith mental health concerns or suicidal ideation.Applying theory and ethics to this discussion willprovide the introductory training needed inapproaching these situations in a work setting.Clinicians will be provided with practicerecommendations for engaging in conversations abouttreatment, using assessment tools, and collaboratingwith medical teams when dealing with chronic illnessand mental health.

B R E A K O U T STHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18Breakout C (Cont.)3:30PM - 5:00PM1.5-Hour Workshops

Breakout #9C - *Sex Work Misconceptions: SocialWorkers' Role in the Fight to End ExploitationPresented by Sinica Lopez and Leah Mae 1.5 CEUs for Social WorkersLocation: Morgan 3In this presentation, organizers with Central Ohio SexWorker Outreach (COSWO) will explore the wayscriminalization, mandated reporting and stigma continueto harm sex workers. The presentation will emphasize thedifference between sex work and sexual exploitation andpropose solidarity-oriented approaches to replaceproblematic saviorism and charity-models of social workpractice with sex workers.

Breakout #10C - Social Event: Yoga Guided by Bailey Fullwiler, MSSA, LSW, Certified Yoga &Meditation GuideNo CEUs - Don’t forget to bring your own yoga mat!Location: ResnikIn this class, you will be invited to explore your breath,engage in gentle movements, practice relaxationtechniques, and participate in a short guided meditation.You're welcome to participate to whatever extent is ofbenefit and comfort to you. All bodies and experiences arewelcome.

B R E A K O U T SFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19Breakout D and E11:45AM - 1:15PM, 1:30PM - 3:00PM3-Hour Workshops

Breakout #11D&E - 9 Major Practice ProblemAreas Facing Mental Health TherapistsPresented by Glenn J. Karr, JD3 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, and Marriage& Family Therapists; Meets Ethics Requirements -Must attend part 1 & 2Location: Edison 2Glenn Karr, an attorney with decades of experienceworking in the healthcare field and with mental healththerapists, will prepare you to avoid issues that canresult in a complaint. This workshop prepares you tosolve problems in high-risk settings. Much of thepresentation is devoted to current and recently adoptedlicensing board rules, as well as new HIPAA rules, andtheir impact on your practice. Also a great opportunityto ask your burning legal questions including questionssurrounding the ongoing pandemic.

Breakout D11:45AM - 1:15PM1.5-Hour Workshop

Breakout #12D - *12 Steps to Recovery forSurvivors of Human Trafficking: The TNT Modelof Group Work and Effective Case ManagementPresented by Dr. Celia Williamson1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage & Family TherapistsLocation: Morgan 1Sex trafficking is a devastating crime often leavingvictims without healthy internal or adequate externalresources to recover. Yet access to effectiveinterventions and methods used with this populationremain deficient. Using the TNT 12-Step Model, thisworkshop will teach social workers how to increasetheir effectiveness in meeting the internal and externalneeds of clients. This workshop will cover the 10 criticalareas of assessment and intervention specifically forthis population and will provide an overview of the 12-Step TNT Model being used to support movement ofvictims to survivors, and survivors to thrivers.

Breakout #13D - *Organizing for CommunitySafety: Articulating a New Vision for EmergencyServices1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage & Family TherapistsPresented by Steve David, MSW, LSWLocation: Morgan 3The question of what defines and promotes communitysafety is central to our current discourse around therole of police in our communities. This workshop willprovide an overview of organizing efforts in centralOhio around the use of alternative crisis responsestructures and chart a path forward for these initiatives.Participants will be asked to review their personal andprofessional practices around using emergency services,and how to engage with efforts to promote anti-racist,health-centered crisis response.

Breakout #14D - *Social Work and Unions PanelPresented by erin davies, MSW, LSW and MatthewIdes1.5 CEUs for Social WorkersLocation: Edison 1The roots of social work are interwoven with the rootsof the labor movements, but the trend in recent decadestoward professionalization has caused many socialworkers not to participate in labor organizing. In thisinformational panel, social workers and unionorganizers will share from personal and professionalexperience about the ins and outs of labor organizingand how unions are a critical tool in betteringworkforce conditions for social workers.

The majority of this year's workshops are being recorded and will be available to both in-personattendees and those who purchased the recorded virtual alternative.

Workshops which will be recorded and offered virtually are marked with *.

B R E A K O U T SFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19Breakout E1:30PM - 3:00PM1.5-Hour Workshops

Breakout #15E - *The Relationship Between Sexand Autism Diagnosis: Understanding SocietalBarriers of Marginalized People to AutismDiagnosisPresented by Jennifer L. Roll, MSW, LISW, LICDC1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage & Family TherapistsLocation: Morgan 1Autism has been long-assumed to be a predominantlymale disorder. As research expands and evolves, itbecomes more clear that people assigned female atbirth experience frequent systemic and societal barriersto autism diagnosis that have very little to do withgenetics. In order to fully understand this, it is necessaryto think critically about societal stigma, gender norms,and ways social workers can better serve people withdiagnosed and undiagnosed autism.

Breakout #16E - Anti-Oppression InformedPractice: Foundations Course Primer1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage & Family Therapists - Meets EthicsRequirementsPresented by Ananda Sotherland, LPCC-S, ColleenDempsey, LISW-S, & Dr. Cynthia Tyson, PhD, MSW,LSWLocation: Morgan 3Anti-Oppression Informed Practice (AOIP) is recurringeducational series striving to become a movement. AOIPleaders envision a future where clinical practicebecomes more and more aligned with a wider vision ofsocial justice. In this primer, members of the AOIPleadership and facilitation team will share an overviewof the. Participants will leave with an introduction to thethree foundational principles of AOIP and theirapplications within clinical practice and broader culturechange.

Breakout E and F1:30PM-3:00PM, 3:30PM-5:00PM3-Hour Workshops

Breakout #17E&F - *Supervision: Creating a SafeSpace for Learning & Difficult ConversationsPresented by LaToya Logan, LISW-S3 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, and Marriage& Family Therapists; Meets SupervisionRequirements - Must attend part 1 & 2Location: Edison 1The purpose of supervision is to provide social workerswith access to a learning environment which createsopportunities to exchange information towardstransformational learning. To accomplish this task,supervision must be intentionally entered with goalsdeveloped through collaboration with both thesupervisor and supervisee. Supervisors will learn how toengage supervisees in a learning experience whichencourages knowledge acquisition, validates their ideas,while ensuring they are equipped to provide ethical andculturally responsive services

B R E A K O U T SFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19Breakout F3:30PM - 5:00PM1.5-Hour Workshops

Breakout #18F - *Rights and Alternatives toGuardianship Proceedings1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage & Family TherapistsPresented by Maggie Scotece, JDLocation: Morgan 3Discussion of Guardianship proceedings and processfrom a disability rights perspective. Includingpresentation on the alternatives to Guardianship,Supported Decision Making, and client empowermentfor transition planning.

Breakout #19F - *Building an Effective Front DoorDiversion Screening Tool for Youth-ServingSystemsPresented by Ryan Hall, LISW1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage & Family TherapistsLocation: Edison 2This workshop will explore how to design andimplement diversion screening at the front door ofemergency shelters in order to increase a youth-servinghomeless system's capacity. This workshop will alsoexplore how the principles of a diversion screening canbe used to strengthen relationships with naturalsystems of support. We will also demonstrate how aneffective diversion screening can be utilized throughouta client’s time within your program from shelterentrance, through housing and into aftercare to helpbuild a client’s system of support and how theseprinciples can reduce overall recidivism and decreasehomeless system burden.

Breakout #20F - “Pray Away” DocumentaryScreening and Discussion2 CEUs Social Workers, Counselors, and Marriage &Family Therapists *Will be from 3:30-5:30pm*Location: Edison 1Documentary summary - “Five evangelicals in the 1970sbreak away and form Exodus International, a groupthat claims that gay people can become straightthrough prayer and conversion therapy.” Afterwardsattendees will engage in discussion about the ethicalimplications for mental health professionals and howsocial workers can advocate for their LGBTQ+ clientsunder the new “consciousness clause.”

V I R T U A L C O N T E N TThe following sessions will not be available during the live in-person conference, however they willbe a part of the recorded content accessible to all those who attend in-person or choose to purchase

the virtual-only conference content.

Early Identification + Coordinated Specialty Carefor Mental Illness = A Faster, More Complete,More Hopeful RecoveryPresented by Deb Hrouda, PhD, LISW-S & Brian C.Perusek, MSW, LISW-S1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage & Family Therapist

With the right treatment and support, people withserious mental health conditions can and do get better.They finish school, graduate from college, get good jobs,have long-term relationships and families of their own,volunteer, live independently, enjoy life and more. Thechances of living a quality life are much greater if anindividual receives Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) assoon as possible after symptoms begin. Research showsthat CSC, a multi-disciplinary, team-based, outpatientapproach, fosters a faster, more complete, morehopeful recovery. This workshop will help participantsto improve treatment outcomes by facilitating referralsto Ohio’s community-based CSC programs.

The Confidence Crisis: What 10,678 Girls ThinkAbout Stress, Social Media, School, Self-Esteemand Their FuturesPresented by Lauren Morosky, MA, LSC1 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, and Marriage& Family Therapists

Learn from Ruling Our eXperiences (ROX) the newestinsights and practical intervention strategies from thecountry’s largest, first-of-its-kind national survey with10,678 5th-12th grade girls. From confidence, bodyimage, sexting and social media to school, academics,career planning and leadership, the findings from TheGirl’s Index provide a roadmap for counselors,educators and caretakers to recognize the challengesimpacting girls. Learn tools and strategies forempowering stronger, safer and more successful girls.

Social Work Education During a Pandemic:Lessons Learned Presented by Karen Slovak, Ph.D., LISW-S1 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, and Marriage& Family Therapists

This study examined the forced engagement into onlineteaching due to Covid-19, collecting the perceptions ofsocial work faculty. Ninety-three faculty rated supportlevels and difficulty levels on multiple teachingcategories related to the movement of teaching onlineduring the pandemic. They also answered open-endedquestions. Results suggest challenges with courseadjustments, access, awareness, time management, andstudent engagement. Respondents also reported a greatdeal of support from all levels but offeredimprovements.

Taking a Closer Look at Influencing ClientEngagement through Motivational Interviewing,Empathy and ActionPresented by Curtis Campogni1.5 CEUs for Social Workers, Counselors, andMarriage & Family Therapists

As engagement and retention becomes more complex,strategies to positively influence others must be strengthbased and adaptable to risks and barriers. Focus will beon utilization of evidenced based programming such asMotivational Interviewing and the stages of change. Theprinciples of Motivational Interviewing are embedded ina philosophical style of coaching that uses specifictechniques to empower, affirm and engage whilemoving them through the change process.

P O S T E R SEvaluation of the Preble County Success ProgramSean Newsome, Miami University

Using a mixed-methods approach, a programevaluation was conducted of the Preble CountySuccess Program (PCSP). In particular, the authorslooked to assess the effectiveness of the PCSP as achild and family assistance program in southwestOhio. A total of 101 families and five school districtsparticipated in the PCSP during the programevaluation period. Families were asked to discusstheir experience within the Preble County schooldistrict and whether their needs were being met bythe PCSP program. Using a pretest/posttest design,participants replied to scaled, and open-endedquestions about their experiences with the PCSPprogram. Results from the program evaluation wereanalyzed to offer a synopsis of the participants’experiences with the PCSP. Analysis of the datademonstrated that the PCSP was responsible formeeting (1) basic human needs; (2) specific school-based needs; (3) overall family functioning; (4)housing and employment needs; and (5) Technologyneeds.

Traumatic Brain Injuries Within the ImmigrantPopulation: Does Health Inequality Exist?Mary Wasef, The Ohio State University

Neural abnormalities among immigrants can becaused by traumatic events and a range of injuriesand distress among this population includingtraumatic brain injuries (TBI). There is a possibility ofcompromised care when looking at risk factors suchas race, insurance, and documentation. The study isdesigned to assess implications of trauma on theimmigrant population in the healthcare system thatcan result in unequal treatment. A literature reviewof 12 articles was conducted to determine whetherthere are meaningful differences in the quality ofcare among immigrants with traumatic brain injuriesas opposed to their native counterparts. Studieshave shown that health disparities do exist withinthe immigrant population and that care iscompromised due to a range of factors such associoeconomic status and ineligibility for certaininsurance programs. Thus, treatment of trauma inthe immigrant population requires a health careprovider's cultural competence in their treatmentplan to ensure quality care.

Building Connection through LanguageMegan Gonyer, University of Findlay Social workers use language as their primary tooland it is important to understand the significance ofword choice. For this study, 10 social workers wereinterviewed about their definition of social justiceand how they see language as part of this. Using anarrative inquiry methodology, the question, “Howdoes the language and terminology associated withsocial work agencies that serve older adults; the gay,lesbian, bi-sexual, transgender+ (GLBT+) community;victims of crimes; mental health; or substance useagencies connect with social justice?” was raised. Inaddition, “How does language affect the interactionbetween the social worker and their clients?” wasalso explored. The ecological perspective was usedas a theoretical framework. Three themes emergedincluding language is action, language is the client’sexperience, and language is empowerment.Implications from the results of this research showthat when social workers use inclusive language,they can better serve their clients.

Secondary Traumatic Stress, Job Satisfaction, andSelf-Care Strategies among Human ServiceProfessionalsNicole Beaudin, Bowling Green State University

Human services professionals (HSPs) experiencing"secondary traumatic stress" (STS), or compassionfatigue (CF) are at higher risk for job burnout. Thisstudy is to examine STS, job satisfaction, and self-care strategies among HSPs. Research questionsinclude (1) what traumatic events were experienced?(2) are STS and job satisfaction related? and (3) dolow and high job satisfaction groups experiencedifferent STS levels? Using an online survey, 90 HSPsanswered demographic questions and thesecondary traumatic stress scale was used to assessthe STS resulting from working with traumatizedpopulations. Findings indicated that three STSsubscales are negatively correlated to jobsatisfaction. Independent samples test indicated thatthe STS scores did differ between two jobsatisfaction groups. Qualitative findings indicatedthat HSPs experienced diverse work-relatedtraumatic events. There is a study limitation of lessdiverse participants, the findings suggestunderstanding the impact of STS on job satisfactionand self-care.

P O S T E R SEvidence of Rural Practice Skills: Which practiceskills are required for rural social workers?Dr. Mingun Lee; Presented by Rebecca Dillon (co-author), The Ohio State University

Social workers in rural settings require practice skillsand cultural knowledge to meet widespread andcomplex client needs. However, research specific torural practice skills is lacking. The purpose of study isto explore social work practice skills throughsystematic review. Methods: A systematic review wasconducted to explore rural social workers’ practiceskills. Search methods made use of relevantdatabases between 2000 and 2020. The keywordsused in the literature searches were: rural, socialwork, practice, and skills. After the search process,20 articles met the criteria. Results: Skills identifiedas being useful for rural social workers included anemphasis on managing dual relationships,maintaining confidentiality, critical thinking andnavigating multiple roles and systems. Implications:Rural social workers are required to command avariety of practice skills. Social work programs needto offer instruction on the unique characteristics ofsocial work practice with rural populations and ruralculture.

Birth Experiences of Black Women During COVID-19Cyleste Collins, Cleveland State University

This study examined pregnancy and birthexperiences of Black women in Cleveland, Ohio whowere pregnant and/or gave birth during COVID-19.We interviewed 30 mothers enrolled in a program inwhich Black perinatal support professionals (PSPs)provide intensive perinatal support to pregnantBlack women and 12 PSPs about their experiencesduring COVID. We asked the following questions:What were womens’ experiences delivering duringCOVID-19?; How did perinatal support change duringCOVID-19? In general, women felt that being unableto directly (in-person) interact with their PSP was aloss, and social isolation and mental health issueswere a concern. For other clients, staying homeallowed them to keep their babies healthy and havemore bonding time. Despite barriers COVID posed,women appreciated PSPs' social, emotional,instrumental, and informational support. PSPs areessential members of the birth team and should notbe excluded from accompanying women to prenatalappointments and births.

When the professor becomes the student: agerontology-informed professional’s reflectionson an MSW field placement at a geriatricpsychiatric hospitalMeredith Pitt; Bowling Green State University

The purpose of field practicum is to provide anopportunity to the student, either traditional oradvanced standing, to gain first-hand knowledge andexperience working with a population orpopulations. For some students, the exposure to thepopulation is their first. However, in this case, thestudent already holds a Master’s in InterdisciplinaryGerontology and is an assistant professor ofGerontology at a local private university. This posterpresentation will review the goals of the practicum ata geriatric psychiatric hospital as they align with thenine core competencies of social work. The studentwill discuss how the core competencies betterinformed their experience at the facility. The sessionwill also examine the knowledge and skills that weredeveloped during the course of the practicum thatsurpassed the knowledge that the studentpossessed when entering the field.

Addressing Racial Disparities in MaternalHealthcare through Integrated and Trauma-Informed CareAutumn Francisco, University of Cincinnati

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Controland Prevention (CDC), Black women experiencepregnancy-related deaths at 3 to 4 times the rate ofwhite women. Black women are also more likelythan white women to experience maternalmorbidities during pregnancy. Approximately 35.5%of Black women experience some form of contactsexual violence during their lifetime. The purpose ofthis literature review was to investigate the effectsintegrated health and trauma-informed care have onthe racial disparities seen in prenatal and perinatalhealthcare. A review of existing literature andresearch findings suggests that 40% of Black womenexperience some form of trauma by age 18. Thefindings also show that using cultural competenceand community-driven approaches to support Blackwomen spread awareness and increaseopportunities to address inequities in received care.

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Implementing trauma-informed care into anintegrated healthcare team is a non-linear processthat encourages providers to re-learn and shift theirfocus and deliver more person-centered care witheach patient. Enabling a team-driven approach withphysicians, nurses, midwives, social workers, andother behavioral health providers could benefitthose at-risk for poor outcomes. This allows them toprovide access to a broader range of care whileimplementing evidence-based, person-centered,and inclusion-centered care while acknowledgingpre-existing trauma. Further research is needed todesign and implement the impact of a trauma-informed prenatal and birth care approach forBlack women that would help to address their highmorbidity and mortality rates.

The Essential Worker for the Workforce: ACOVID-19 Study Reveals the Importance ofChildcareSarah Balser, Case Western Reserve University;Presented Virtually

Many families with young children utilize center-based non parental childcare. Higher-incomefamilies have more access to childcare, but theneed is common. A mixed methods study wasconducted during the COVID-19 pandemic tounderstand the impact on childcare. This qualitativestudy explores the essentialness of childcare, basedon interviews with caregivers/parents (n=20) ofchildren who attend childcare and staff (n=12)across Ohio. This study utilized a team-basediterative-inductive analysis approach. Findingsaligned with four frameworks: capabilities essentialto a child realizing their fullest potential;developmental processes that influence trajectoriesacross the lifespan; economics related tocaregivers/staff returning to work and theinvestment in children as future contributors to theeconomy; and mutualism to reflect the symbioticbenefit of children, parents, and the communityreceives through access to childcare. Theimplications for social work include understandingwhy childcare is a priority and how it impacts theworkforce.

The Effect of Annual Income and Work-From-Officeon Ohio Social Workers’ Perceived Stress during theCOVID-19 PandemicDaejun Park, Ohio University; Presented Virtually

Background: Although many social workers haveworked from home during COVID-19, some had to workfrom the office. Also, the literature has identified thatthe income disparity negatively affects mental health.This study examines the relationship between socialworkers’ income level, work-from-office, and stresslevel. Methods: A multinomial logistic regression modelwas used with online survey data from 383 socialworkers in Ohio. Results: Income ranges amongrespondents were less than $40,000 (11.2%), $40,000 to$59,999 (47.3%), and $60,000 and more (41.5%). 63% ofthe respondents have experienced remote or hybridwork. Results showed that respondents who had anannual income of less than $40,000 or worked fromoffice reported a higher level of stress than people with$60,000 and higher income. Conclusions andImplications: The findings suggest the importance ofincome level and workplace for social workers in Ohioduring COVID-19.

Impact of Residential PTSD Treatment on SuicideRisk in VeteransJames Pease, University of Cincinnati; Presented Virtually

In 2019 an average of 17 veterans died by suicide everyday. To address this problem, various suicideprevention treatments have emerged, yet limitedresearch has explored the impact of Post TraumaticStress Disorder (PTSD) treatment on suicidal ideationand behaviors. This study examines the impact of(Cognitive Processing Therapy [CPT]) on suicidalideation among veterans in three residential PTSDprograms. A women’s, men’s, and PTSD/TraumaticBrain Injury (TBI) cohort were included in the study.Interview and self-report data were collected fromveterans (n = 446) throughout treatment. Over 50% ofveterans in residential treatment reported currentsuicidal ideation prior to treatment and 51% had ahistory of suicide attempts. Results indicate that,following 7 weeks of CPT residential treatment, adecrease in PTSD symptoms was significantlyassociated with a reduction in suicidal ideation. Clinicalimplications are that treatment for PTSD could alsoreduce suicide risk.

S P O N S O R S

Networking Reception SponsorOhio Department of Mental Health andAddiction Services

Thursday Keynote SponsorOhio Department of Mental Health &Addiction Services – Get Help Early

Friday Keynote SponsorUnited Healthcare Community Plan

Gold SponsorsCase Western Reserve University, Jack,Joseph, and Morton Mandel School ofApplied Social Sciences

The Ohio State University, College of SocialWork

Silver Sponsors The Emily ProgramHopewellCleveland State UniversityUniversity of CincinnatiNationwide Children's HospitalI am BoundlessWright State UniversityOhio Hospital for PsychiatryMiami University Family Science and SocialWork Department

ExhibitorsMcCallum Place Eating Disorder CentersOhioGuidestoneThe University of AkronACLU of OhioOhio End of Life OptionsEquitas HealthFranklin County Office on AgingIWU - School of Service and LeadershipYouth OpportunityBeech Acres Parenting CenterIndiana University School of Social WorkEncompassCareColeman Health ServicesSex Addicts AnonymousSpringstoneOhio Addiction Recovery CenterCommunity Medical ServicesSoutheast HealthcareToledo Center for Eating DisordersHelp Me GrowTimberline Knolls All Female TherapeuticResidential and PHP Programrelink.orgCatholic CharitiesRuling Our eXperiences (ROX)Harbor, Inc.Chrysalis HealthAcadia Healthcare/Children’s BehavioralSolutions

Thank you to all our sponsors and exhibitors for helping to makethe conference possible each year!

W H I T N E Y M . Y O U N GC O N F E R E N C E S C H O L A R S H I P

Named after social work hero and civil rights activist,Whitney M. Young Jr., the conference scholarship fundprovided free conference registration to thirteen BIPOC(Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) social workersand social work students for the NASW Ohio 2021 AnnualConference.

In nearly every occupation BIPOC men and women earnless than their white counterparts. Even in femaledominated fields like social work Black women, forexample, are paid less than white, non-Hispanic males.And when it comes to educational debt, Black socialworkers and other social workers of color have vastlymore student load debt than their white counterpartswith the same level of education.

Thank you to all who contributed! Listed are those who contributed $50 or more.

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