February 4, 2025
12 - 4:30 PM
Join us for the FREE annual conference, open to all social work programs throughout Michigan!
Attendees can complete the state human trafficking requirement, learn about licensing requirements, and connect with employers from across the state of Michigan. Additional breakout sessions include information about supervision, how to craft a social work resume, tips for working in private practice, and more!
Schedule
12 - 12:50 PM
Session A.1: Process of Getting Licensed in Michigan: Step-by-Step
Presented by Laurie Elred LMSW-C, MPA, CAADC, NASW-MI Region 4 Representative
Feel unsure about the social work licensing process in Michigan? Keep getting contradictory advice? Licensing requirements have changed a lot in the past few years. For example, applications are online and training is required before you apply. Laurie Eldred, LMSW-C, MPA, CAADC, NASW-MI Region 4 representative will walk participants through the steps and costs to obtain your limited license in Michigan. Please attend session B.1: To Get Licensed or Not to Get Licensed if you have specific questions about licensure.
1 - 1:50 PM
Session B.1: To Get Licensed or Not to Get Licensed?: Common Questions of BSW & MSW Students
Co-Presented By
Katie Scheuerle, BSW Internship Coordinator
Tamara Jones, LLBSW; MSW SO President
This session is a follow-up to the previous session, “The Process of Getting Licensed in Michigan.” Attendees can ask questions relevant to their situation or clarify the prior session. This session will answer questions related to getting micro or macro licenses, when to pursue licensure, questions about moving out of state, and more.
Session B.2: Achieving Full Licensure: Supervision and Passing the Exam
Co-Presented by
Dr. Scott Berlin, GVSU School of Social Work Professor
berlins@gvsu.edu
Jessica Campbell, University of Michigan Director of the Blavin Scholars Program
Dr. Scott Berlin is a professor in the Grand Valley State University School of Social Work with more than ten years of experience preparing graduates to pass the ASWB exams and providing supervision. This brief session provides information on achieving full licensure while holding a limited license, including the supervision requirements and basic strategies for passing the licensing exam.
Jessica R. Campbell (JC) – she/her - LMSW, has considerable work experience as a mental health provider assisting youth who have experienced trauma and serving students who have experienced time in foster care and/or homelessness. Jessica holds a Masters degree in Social Work from Eastern Michigan University, a Bachelors of Arts degree in Public Administration and Nonprofit Management and a Certification in Nonprofit Leadership from Grand Valley State University. Prior to joining the University of Michigan, Jessica created, developed and implemented Grand Valley State's University foster care support program called Fostering Laker Success. Jessica was published in The Child and Family Welfare: A Casebook by Jerry L. Johnson and George Grant Jr. She provides supervision services through Campbell’s Pursuit, LLC.
Session B.3: Social Work Resumes: Crafting Your Career Story
Presented by Natalee Williams, Graduate Assistant & MSW Student, GVSU Career Center
Have questions about what employers are looking for in a social work resume? This session will go over resume formats, choosing what content to highlight, applicant tracking systems, and how to write a meaningful cover letter. This session will be tailored to social work students and will have time for Q&A to answer any resume/cover letter questions.
2 - 2:50 PM
Employer Panels
Come and meet representatives from organizations that are currently hiring MSW and BSW social workers! Each employer will provide a brief overview of the social work roles within their organization and why a new grad would want to work for them. Sessions will provide insider tips for successfully interviewing with their organization and advice they have for new graduates.
Employer Panel C.1: Employers Hiring BSW Graduates
Employer Panel C.2: Mental Health
3 - 4:30 PM
Session D.1: Human Trafficking for Social Workers: A Licensing Requirement
Presented by Diana Lamphiere, J.D.; Adjunct Faculty in the Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies, GVSU.
lamphied@gvsu.edu
Prior to applying for a limited license in social work, Michigan requires applicants to have completed Human Trafficking training. This breakout session will provide attendees with the training and information needed such as understanding the types and venues of human trafficking, identifying victims of human trafficking, and the warning signs of human trafficking. A certificate of completion will be available for attendees to download and save for their records.
Session D.2: Coaching New Social Work Graduates Through the Maze of Private Practice
Presented by Ashley Carter Youngblood, LMSW, LMFT (she/her), Owner of Inner Peace Counseling, PLC
Are you interested in working in private practice right after graduation? Join Ashley Carter Youngblood, a private practice owner, in exploring the considerations, the step-by-step "how tos", and the realities of private practice. Substantial time after the presentation will be given to answer your specific questions.
How to Participate:
Step 1
Use the button to join our mailing list. This ensures you get the correct information to register when the time comes.
Step 2
Watch your email! Save any confirmation messages, conference site links and passcodes to ensure you can access the event on the day of. If you have any questions or experience technical difficulties accessing the events, please call 616-331-3311.
Step 3
Get ready! Be sure to review our virtual best practices and be ready to participate virtually on the day-of:
Career Resources
Questions?
GVSU Career Center
616-331-3311
careers@gvsu.edu