Management Skills for Social Workers

Workshop Description

This workshop is designed to equip social workers with essential management skills to enhance their effectiveness in their roles. Through interactive sessions, discussions, and practical exercises, participants will explore various facets of management tailored to the unique context of social work. From building effective teams to ethical decision-making, this workshop will provide actionable strategies and insights to empower social workers in their professional journey.

Learning Objectives

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of management principles as they relate to the unique context of social work practice
• Explore different leadership styles and learn to adapt them to social work settings to effectively lead and motivate teams
• Acquire conflict resolution strategies to address interpersonal conflicts within teams and with clients ethically and constructively, fostering a positive work environment
• Develop decision-making frameworks to navigate complex issues and ethical dilemmas inherent in social work practice, ensuring client-centered and ethical decision-making processes
• Apply learned management skills and principles through case studies, role-playing exercises, and interactive discussions to enhance practical application and skill retention

Cost

$100 per person

Location

Louisiana USA Federal Credit Union, 10289 Airline Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

Workshop will take place in the Total Source Building.

Continuing Education Credit

This program is approved for 3.0 general and 1.0 ethical continuing education contact hours by the National Association of Social Workers, Louisiana Chapter as authorized by the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners, and may be applied toward the continuing education requirements for licensure renewal.