| School Social Work Chapter
Objectives
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To improve professionalism in School Social Work (SSW). |
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To develop guidelines for professional practice standards in SSW. |
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To promote continuing education and training in SSW. |
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To advocate for the improvement in service conditions in the delivery of SSW. |
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To educate stakeholders of the school system on the importance and relevance of SSW. |
Strategies:
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Professional Development |
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Support |
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Training |
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Resource Development |
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Advocacy & Networking |
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Dialogue with stakeholders |
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Inter-professional networking among school personnel, school counsellors and school Social Workers |
Who are eligible?
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Registered Social Workers (RSW) |
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Associate members of SASW |
Entry Requirements:
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Has been or will be deployed to work within the next 3 months directly or indirectly in the school setting. |
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(a) 200 hours of supervised clinical or specialised practice in either casework and counseling or in a recognised specialised field.
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(b) 1,000 hours of supervised direct social work or social service practice. |
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Kindly refer to the application form for details on the requirements for Chapter membership. The form could be downloaded from here. |
What are the benefits?
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Recognition by service users that you are professionally supported and regulated by a specialised body. |
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Receive continued professional development through specialised courses and networking opportunities. |
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Enjoy a platform for coming together to discuss and be informed on issues affecting your practice. |
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Enjoy the privilege to dialogue and network with strategic partners who have influence on your professional practice. |
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Be part of a collective voice in advocacy. |
How to apply for membership?
Step 1: Download application form from the SASW website
Step 2: Fill in and send a hard copy together with supporting documents and a passport size photo
Step 3: Send the completed form to:
School Social Work Chapter
c/o Singapore Association of Social Workers
Block 324 Clementi Avenue 5 #01-209
Singapore 120324
Information on Membership
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Chapter membership shall be aligned with membership and registration (if applicable) with the Singapore Association of Social Workers. |
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Criteria for renewal of Chapter membership shall come into effect on the 2nd renewal of one’s Chapter membership. |
Who to contact for further clarification and queries?
Mrs Tan-Wu Mei Ling at Tel: 6286 9905 or email
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