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Hi, everyone! I am finishing up my second to last semester for my MSW here in California. This entire time, I thought I would have at least two years here in Cali to start gaining clinical hours. However, my husband is now telling me something different. I graduate in May 2021 and it looks like we'll be moving somewhere else 4 to 6 months later. Possibly Texas or Florida. We are from Texas so that would be ideal. However, now I am so confused on the process for getting clinical hours in Texas. I'll worry about Florida later but, can anyone provide info on what that process was like in Texas? I've done some research and seem to have a general idea but I want to make sure I understand.
I'm wondering if I should just until we settle in a new place and then begin working towards clinical hours. Six months seems like a long time to wait for a job...these loans are calling my name already! I appreciate any advice you have :).
Thanks, friends!
I'm wondering if I should just until we settle in a new place and then begin working towards clinical hours. Six months seems like a long time to wait for a job...these loans are calling my name already! I appreciate any advice you have :).
Thanks, friends!
Don't miss out on this CEU and training opportunity!
Using Inside Out to Facilitate a Play-Based Group that Helps Children Identify Feelings
Saturday, October 24thh 9am-12pm EST
This live webinar will discuss a 6-week group format using Inside Out (also adaptable for individual clients) that introduces each feeling character and helps children build a toolbox of coping skills to handle emotional challenges. This webinar is perfect for educators and mental health professionals working with children and families! Megan Numbers, a Registered Play Therapist and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, will guide you through each week of the group format, discuss the vital role each feeling character plays in our lives, and incorporate play-based techniques that can be used in traditional settings (school, outpatient, private practice) or adapted for telehealth.
Learning Objectives:
1. Participants will describe their understanding of the role each feeling has using the therapeutic powers of play.
2. Participants will use creative play therapy techniques for working with children individually or in a group setting.
3. Participants will be able to adapt play therapy techniques for: individual clients, families, groups, and telehealth.
4. Participants will discuss multicultural and diverse clients to consider when using Inside Out.
Participants will receive an email with the handouts and materials needed.
Please Note: Due to COVID-19 health concerns, this one-time online event has been approved by APT for 3 contact CE hours. Limited to 40 participants.
Fee: $75
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Participants must cancel their order up to 7 days prior to the live webinar for a full refund. If participants are unable to attend the live webinar, they will have access to the recording of the webinar, webinar handouts, and can receive non-contact play therapy training credits. Thank you for understanding!
To register for this event, please go to:
Using Inside Out to Facilitate a Play-Based Group that Helps Children Identify Feelings
Saturday, October 24thh 9am-12pm EST
This live webinar will discuss a 6-week group format using Inside Out (also adaptable for individual clients) that introduces each feeling character and helps children build a toolbox of coping skills to handle emotional challenges. This webinar is perfect for educators and mental health professionals working with children and families! Megan Numbers, a Registered Play Therapist and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, will guide you through each week of the group format, discuss the vital role each feeling character plays in our lives, and incorporate play-based techniques that can be used in traditional settings (school, outpatient, private practice) or adapted for telehealth.
Learning Objectives:
1. Participants will describe their understanding of the role each feeling has using the therapeutic powers of play.
2. Participants will use creative play therapy techniques for working with children individually or in a group setting.
3. Participants will be able to adapt play therapy techniques for: individual clients, families, groups, and telehealth.
4. Participants will discuss multicultural and diverse clients to consider when using Inside Out.
Participants will receive an email with the handouts and materials needed.
Please Note: Due to COVID-19 health concerns, this one-time online event has been approved by APT for 3 contact CE hours. Limited to 40 participants.
Fee: $75
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Participants must cancel their order up to 7 days prior to the live webinar for a full refund. If participants are unable to attend the live webinar, they will have access to the recording of the webinar, webinar handouts, and can receive non-contact play therapy training credits. Thank you for understanding!
To register for this event, please go to:
Hello everyone! I'm on the team of a new resource for military families (active duty, spouses, retired) who have a service or skill to sell. This includes any business (photography, sewing, tutoring, etc.). It could be useful to folks trying to build their therapy or telehealth practices. (I'm an LPC as a second job).
LineCrew (linecrewteam.com/) is an app (launched this spring) and they are looking for new CrewMembers, especially Coast Guard, to build their nationwide directory. It will be another support and resource for people when they PCS and have to build a new customer base in a new location. Please take a look, sign up, or pass it along to anyone who would find it helpful!
If you'd like to be featured in our CrewMember spotlights https://blog.linecrewteam.com/, just DM me!
LineCrew (linecrewteam.com/) is an app (launched this spring) and they are looking for new CrewMembers, especially Coast Guard, to build their nationwide directory. It will be another support and resource for people when they PCS and have to build a new customer base in a new location. Please take a look, sign up, or pass it along to anyone who would find it helpful!
If you'd like to be featured in our CrewMember spotlights https://blog.linecrewteam.com/, just DM me!
Looking to fill contract contingent positions in several locations for Worklife Specialist:
Work-Life Specialists
Minimum Qualifications: A degree in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position. 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree in a related field.
A combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
or
Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience. Examples of specialized experience include advising on personal financial management practices to provide clients with skills to make informed personal financial management decisions; conducting interviews, developing goals and determining appropriate options for referral services.
Work-Life Specialists
Minimum Qualifications: A degree in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position. 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree in a related field.
A combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
or
Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience. Examples of specialized experience include advising on personal financial management practices to provide clients with skills to make informed personal financial management decisions; conducting interviews, developing goals and determining appropriate options for referral services.
I have an opportunity for a licensed clinician to work on a Federal contract as a remote position. It is a Clinical Director position.
Admin, will you please approve this post?
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It's time for dissertation recruitment!
Please consider taking and/or sharing! :)
Research Advertisement
You are invited to participate in a dissertation research study examining (a) relationship satisfaction, (b) support, and (c) life satisfaction of military spouses and unmarried military significant others in relationships with military service member partners.
Participants will be asked to complete one online survey; the estimated time frame of your participation is approximately 15 minutes.
Participants should be:
•18 years of age or older
•in a romantic relationship with a military service member who is currently serving in the United States Armed Forces
•not a current military service member
If you do not meet the description above, you are not able to be in the study.
This study is strictly confidential. Interested participants will consent to filling out a survey. The survey will have no identifiable information attached and be only reviewed by a member of the research team.
Your opinion can add value to the unique experiences of military significant others related to relationship satisfaction, support, and life satisfaction. Please note that participation is voluntary and you will not receive compensation for participating. By clicking the link below, you will be taken to the informed consent and then begin the survey:
https://pennstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bBdAKWLQKpHOpx3
The Pennsylvania State University’s Institute Review Board has approved the research study (ID: STUDY00014427).
If at any time you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the lead researcher, Kellie Forziat Pytel by email ([email protected]).
Thank you for your time and consideration to volunteer as a participant in this study.
Sincerely,
Kellie Forziat Pytel, MS, NCC
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It's time for dissertation recruitment!
Please consider taking and/or sharing! :)
Research Advertisement
You are invited to participate in a dissertation research study examining (a) relationship satisfaction, (b) support, and (c) life satisfaction of military spouses and unmarried military significant others in relationships with military service member partners.
Participants will be asked to complete one online survey; the estimated time frame of your participation is approximately 15 minutes.
Participants should be:
•18 years of age or older
•in a romantic relationship with a military service member who is currently serving in the United States Armed Forces
•not a current military service member
If you do not meet the description above, you are not able to be in the study.
This study is strictly confidential. Interested participants will consent to filling out a survey. The survey will have no identifiable information attached and be only reviewed by a member of the research team.
Your opinion can add value to the unique experiences of military significant others related to relationship satisfaction, support, and life satisfaction. Please note that participation is voluntary and you will not receive compensation for participating. By clicking the link below, you will be taken to the informed consent and then begin the survey:
https://pennstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bBdAKWLQKpHOpx3
The Pennsylvania State University’s Institute Review Board has approved the research study (ID: STUDY00014427).
If at any time you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the lead researcher, Kellie Forziat Pytel by email ([email protected]).
Thank you for your time and consideration to volunteer as a participant in this study.
Sincerely,
Kellie Forziat Pytel, MS, NCC
Employment opportunities in Japan!
- LCSW
- Mental Health Tech
See below for job postings and additional information .
- LCSW
- Mental Health Tech
See below for job postings and additional information .
Job opportunities in Japan!
-LCSW
- Mental Health Tech
See below for job postings and additional information.
-LCSW
- Mental Health Tech
See below for job postings and additional information.
Looking for counseling services for a military spouse located close by Hunter Army Airfield or Fort Stewart. Any recommendations? Thank you!
Hello there,
I am new to this group but hoping someone can help me. My husband and I recently PCS’d to Fort Benning Georgia from Colorado. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado and have been for over a year. When I applied here they are telling me I need 24 more hours of supervision before I can get my license. Does anyone have any resources or info on if there is away around this?
Thank you so much
I am new to this group but hoping someone can help me. My husband and I recently PCS’d to Fort Benning Georgia from Colorado. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado and have been for over a year. When I applied here they are telling me I need 24 more hours of supervision before I can get my license. Does anyone have any resources or info on if there is away around this?
Thank you so much
Hiring therapist in private practice in Alexandria VA at Awaken Wellness Center, Inc. www.awakenwellnesscenter.com.
Supervision is provided.
Supervision is provided.
The G2 Consulting Group is searching for the following contingent positions to support a military contract: - Outreach Specialist - Case Facilitator Prior Military Service Required Please visit https://lnkd.in/eMMPhey to explore these and you can submit resumes to [email protected].
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Mental health is one of the biggest issues facing our military today. No one is better suited to help our nation’s service members, veterans, and their families like military spouses.
Our aim is to connect our military spouse behavioral health clinicians with the information, resources, and individuals necessary to help them with their career trajectories, all in an effort to decrease military spouse unemployment and to help develop solutions to our military and civilian mental health crisis.
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