NASW-Illinois Chapter

New #Naswil Job Alert! Parkland College is hiring a Counselor Non-Tenure-Track Faculty.

Read & find more #Naswil #socialworkjobs and #classifieds at: bit.ly/4iwF0w5

"A government that shuts down its services is a government that shuts out its people – and that is not just unacceptable, it is un-American."

Read #NASW Policy Advisor Mel Wilson's analysis of the shutdown on Social Work Blog: bit.ly/48dkzTs

ONE WEEK LEFT TO REGISTER! Discover the power of the new DISC Family Assessment for stronger family therapy.
Join Dr. Susan Cain, LCSW, on Oct 16 for a 3-hour training.
🎓 3.0 CEUs | Zoom | 🔗 **Register today:** bit.ly/3YxqrkQ
Registration closes @9am on 09/14

Turn insights into impact.

#NASW celebrates 70 years! 🎉 Since 1955, we’ve uplifted social work through bold advocacy, a new brand identity, and member stori
es. We also honor 65 years of the NASW Code of Ethics. Here’s to the next 70! ✨
#SocialWork #NASW70 #SocialJustice
bit.ly/3KwjV9I

New #Naswil Job Alert! VOA Illinois is hiring a High Risk Intervention Specialist. Read & find more #Naswil #socialworkjobs and #classifieds at: bit.ly/4iwF0w5

It’s official—IDFPR is now accepting Illinois LSW & LCSW license renewals! 🗓️ The deadline is **November 30, 2025**—but why wait?

Learn more about how to apply for your renewal today: bit.ly/42ujSkT

Still working on CEUs? NASW-IL has your back with live and recorded fall trainings: bit.ly/4asB8sP

Getting ready for the IL social work licensure exam? 🎓
Join our Licensure Test Review Course—live virtual on Jan 22, 2026—for the strategies and confidence you need to succeed.
🔗 bit.ly/4828VL9

MAX SAVINGS END MONDAY @ 9AM CT! Register now for early bird rates to this year's 2025 NASW Chapters Virtual Conference! Earn up to 8.0 CEUs including education fulfilling cult. comp./DEI & Alz. requirements.

Find out the full schedule, presenters, and registration info at: bit.ly/44gC6Yu

Licensure renewal is coming. Are your specialty CEUs complete?

Our latest Ask NASW-IL article explains:
• How to know if a course counts in Illinois
• If one course can fulfill multiple specialties
• Who must complete Alzheimer’s & supervision trainings

Stay compliant. Read more @ bit.ly/46zqzUc

Ready to move from allyship to solidarity?

Join Dr. Adana Cranfield on Oct 23 for a 1-hr implicit bias training.

🎓 1.0 CEU | 💻 Zoom
🕛 12pm CT

Fulfills IL Implicit Bias training requirement.

⏳ Register by Oct 21 @ 9am CT
🔗 bit.ly/3FB5CP5

Learn more about what you need to make sure your remote training CEUs are accepted by IDFPR for licensure renewal!

Then read our full "Ask NASW-IL" article which covers Who’s a Qualified CEU Provider, What’s Needed of Remote Programs, and More About Specialty CEU Requirements: bit.ly/46zqzUc

Getting ready to take the ASWB clinical exam? Let #Naswil help! Take our in-person, 8-hour Social Work Licensure Test Review Course on 10/09.

Register at: bit.ly/3TIyjgs
Registration Deadline: 10/06

Taking a CEU course from a third party provider? How do you find out if the CEUs will be accepted by IDFPR? Read more in this month's, "Ask NASW-IL: Who’s a Qualified CEU Provider, What’s Needed of Remote Programs, and More About Specialty CEU Requirements:" bit.ly/46zqzUc

Anxiety is rising—and it’s time to go deeper than symptom management.

Join Noelle McWard Aquino, LCSW, for Anxiety Unpacked, a 2-day, 6.0 CEU training.

📅 Oct 20–21 | 🕚 11am CT | 💻 Zoom

🔗 Register by Oct 16 @ 9am CT: bit.ly/3GWOkvW

1 WEEK LEFT! Register now for early bird rates to this year's 2025 NASW Chapters Virtual Conference! Earn up to 8.0 CEUs including education fulfilling cult. comp./DEI & Alz. requirements.

Find out the full schedule, presenters, and registration info at: bit.ly/44gC6Yu

New #Naswil Job Alert! Elyssa's Mission NFP is hiring an SOS Expansion and Impact Lead. Read & find more #Naswil #socialworkjobs and #classifieds at: bit.ly/4iwF0w5

This #HispanicHeritageMonth, #NASW honors Hispanic and immigrant communities while naming the harm of recent raids, deportations, and family separations. Guided by our Code of Ethics, #socialworkers uphold justice, protect human rights, and center those historically silenced. bit.ly/4nC0x9M

Still working on CEUs? NASW-IL has your back with live and recorded fall trainings: bit.ly/4asB8sP

It’s official—IDFPR is now accepting Illinois LSW & LCSW license renewals! 🗓️ The deadline is **November 30, 2025**—but why wait?

✅ Learn more about how to apply for your renewal today: bit.ly/42ujSkT

Considering the alternative pathway to clinical licensure that does not require the ASWB clinical exam? Read "Don't Miss Your Window: Key Deadline Approaching for LCSW Licensure Alternative to the ASWB Clinical Exam," to find out if it affects you and what you need to do: bit.ly/3TLGfO8

2 WEEKS LEFT! Register now for early bird rates to this year's 2025 NASW Chapters Virtual Conference! Earn up to 8.0 CEUs including education fulfilling cult. comp./DEI & Alz. requirements.

Find out the full schedule, presenters, and registration info at: bit.ly/44gC6Yu

LAST DAY TO REGISTER! Join #Naswil presenter Sarah Buino and learn the business 101s of building your own private practice including insurance, business structure, financials, and creating your own brand and marketing plan.

Register at: bit.ly/44CIPuW
Deadline: 9am on 09/16

One week left to save $25 on early bird rates! Take the #Naswil Social Work Licensure Test Review Course and learn what you need to know to get ready to take the ASWB clinical exam.

Register at: bit.ly/3TIyjgs
Early Bird Registration Deadline: 09/18

✨ NASW-IL members also get direct consultation on questions like these—because your license and future matter. Join today! bit.ly/4jt8wEQ

Social workers deserve clarity—not confusion. Too often, we see Illinois professionals stumble over 1099 jobs, LSW applications, and even new AI consent laws.

We’ve broken down the 6 most common licensing mistakes—and how to fix each one.

🔗 Read our article: [https://bit.ly/3JVlXjs]

🚀 Latte & Launch ☕

Nov 8th | 8–10 am @ Golden Hour Bake House, Springfield IL

Join NASW-IL West Central District Chair Hannah Rovey for a panel discussion on launching your private practice. Hear real stories, ask questions, and build confidence for your next step.

RSVP at: bit.ly/4pbfr8q

JUST ANNOUNCED! Get your Alzheimer's training requirement fulfilled with this 1.5-hour #Naswil CEU training taught by Elizabeth Gould, LCSW.

Register now at: bit.ly/4plobZK
Registration closes at 2pm on 11/18/25

On World #SuicidePreventionDay, #socialworkers are on the front lines of crisis support and healing. Learn more from #NASW & our partners: bit.ly/4pmPd2X

#MentalHealthAwareness #SocialWorkers #YouAreNotAlone

ONE WEEK LEFT! Join #Naswil presenter Sarah Buino and learn the business 101s of building your own private practice including insurance, business structure, financials, and creating your own brand and marketing plan.

Register at: bit.ly/44CIPuW
Deadline: 9am on 09/16