Addressing Racism & Social Justice  

NYSSSWA and SSWAA have developed these resources to support School Social Worker leadership in addressing issues of racial equity and social justice. School social workers are well positioned to be transformational leaders in promoting equity, inclusivity and supportive school environments.

Click Here
 
Photo Credit:  Dreamstime

Back to School Resources

NYSSSWA has gathered some ideas and resources provided by School Social Work colleagues that may be helpful in getting ready for the year ahead especially for some of our newer School Social Workers and interns. 

 Click Here
Photo Credit:  Dreamstime

Black History Month

NYSSSWA hopes these resources will assist you in celebrating Black History Month not just in February but all year round. 

Click Here
Photo Credit: Collage made from public domain photos by Dot Kontak.

Crisis Response & Intervention

As School Social Workers, we are ideally positioned to provide critical services and support during times of crisis.  School Social Workers also provide a critical role in assisting schools and school districts in reviewing and developing Crisis Response Plans. NYSSSWA hopes that these resources will assist our members in working with students, schools, families and communities.

Click Here 
Photo Credit: dtfoxfot

Ethics, Standards & Legal Information

School Social Workers are in a unique position in schools which makes it imperative that we are aware of laws and policies that impact our work with students and schools.  Consequently, it can be difficult to balance the law, duty to warn, right to privacy, our professional ethics, moral beliefs, biases, prejudices, religious beliefs, etc. creating ethical dilemmas and possible conflicts regarding how we respond to various situations. Check out various resources to assist you. 

Click Here

Photo Credit:  Dreamstime 

New to School Social Work?

Feeling overwhelmed?  Not sure where to begin?  Check out some tips and advice from seasoned School Social Workers for your consideration.

Organizational Links

NYSSSWA continues to compile organizational links that may be of use to School School Workers as they explore information and resources to assist schools, students and their families.  

Click Here 

Photo Credit:  Dreamstime

Parent Resources:

NYSSSWA has gathered a number of resources to support parents in working with their children and schools regarding issues they may  encounter including crisis response, accessing community resources, social/emotional/behavioral concerns, substance use, special education, bullying, responding to grief/loss/tragedy and more.  Always feel free to ask to see your school’s School Social Worker to assist you in exploring your specific concerns as well as discuss possible strategies and/or resources to support you and/or your child/children.

Click Here 
Photo Credit:  Adam Winger Unsplash

Schools of Social Work

Interested in getting your BSW, MSW or DSW?   NYSSSWA has compiled a list of New York Universities and Colleges offering social work programs including contact information.  

Click Here 
Photo Credit:  Tracey Freidman (NYU)

SEL Resources:

According to CASEL, "research shows that SEL has a positive impact on student emotional well-being and academic performance."  Check out the details and some of the many SEL resources available for School Social Workers to use in their work with students and schools.  

Photo Credit:  CASEL

Supporting Immigrants and Their Families

School Social Workers are in a critical position to provide assistance and support to immigrant students and their families.  NYSSSWA has compiled several resources to assist SSWs as well as the families you serve including the rights of immigrant students and legal resources for families. 

Click Here 

Photo Credit: Dreamstime

Supporting LGBTQ Students and Their Families

NYSSSWA has compiled a number of resources to assist School Social Workers in supporting school districts, students and their families including guiding documents from the New York State Education Department.  

The presence of these links does not constitute official NYSSSWA approval or endorsement. Rather, they are presented as a courtesy in the spirit of academic freedom. Please validate your facts and use good judgment as you surf these sites.