May June 2008

This year’s NASW Social Work Day at the Legislature was actually held on three different days this spring. Each event was a success and registration fi lled up quickly. For those of you who are not familiar with Social Work Day, this free event gives social work students (undergrad and graduate levels) the opportunity to go down to the State Capitol and experience policy-making fi rst-hand.

Each day started off with an educational morning session, where attendees heard from an array of speakers, all with experience working and/or advocating for certain legislation. This included senators and representatives—such as Senator Rebecca Rios and Representative Pete Hershberger—and some offi cials from the community, such as Irene Jacobs from the Governor’s Offi ce and Holly Baumann, the Health Policy Director at Children’s Action Alliance. Tim Schmaltz was also on hand at each event to discuss PAFCO and the Unfi nished Agenda. These speakers and many others were, according to the students’ evaluations, one of the highlights of the day.

After the morning session, students were shown to the House and Senate Galleries in order to be introduced to the chamber fl oors. Here, students also witnessed the reading of bills and voting procedures on some important legislation.

Students were also able to sit in on the committee hearings that were held after the fl oor sessions. Students were informed what committees were meeting and what bills were being heard in each. Based on their own interests they could choose which one (or two) to watch.

As usual, a student evaluation was set up online for students to tell the Chapter which parts of Social Work Day they enjoyed most, and some areas they would like to see change. Besides the favorable responses on our speakers, the students said that they felt this experience increased their knowledge of the legislative process and helped them to understand their role in social and political change. This is important as these students enter into the professional social work fi eld. If they are comfortable advocating for their clients, then they have can be effective agents of change for both their clients and themselves.

The 2007-2008 NASW Interns, Granger Petersen and Mallory Savan would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who helped organize these events and made them come to fruition.

Social Work Day at the Legislature is held each spring. If you would like any more information regarding this year’s events, or want to get involved next year, contact the NASW-AZ offi ce at 480.968.4595 or admin@naswaz.com.

Social Work Days at Legislature a big hit with studentsby Mallory Savan,NASW-AZ intern

Patti DorganPresident

Christy McClendonPresident-elect

Donna HenaultVice-President

Bobbie AndersonSecretary

Connie PhillipsTreasurer

BRANCH 1Open positionOpen positionLilly FreerksJoy CarterColleen FisherHolly Baumann

BRANCH 2Lillian SingletonYolanda ShoemakerJoyce Canfi eld

BRANCH 3Carl DuncanKatherine Meyer

BRANCH 4Open PositionOpen Position

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVESJohen Lahtinen, MSW Student Rep.Katie Parker, BSW Student Rep.

Board of Directors FeaturesSW Days at Legislature ...........................................................1 President’s Pen .......................................................................3SW Month Award...................................................................4-6Employment Opportunities ......................................................7 In Memoriam: Sharol Cannon..................................................7Candidate Bios....................................................................8-10Leadership Retreat 2008 .......................................................10Obit for Bette Harlan...............................................................10Chapter Ballot ........................................................................11

Who to ContactIf you are looking for opportunities to get involved in your professional organi-zation, please contact any of the following:

BRANCH 1(Gila, LaPaz, Maricopa,Pinal, & Yuma Counties)

Colleen FisherKatie Hobbs

BR1 Co-chairsbranch1chair@naswaz.com

BRANCH 2(Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima

& Santa Cruz Counties)Yolanda Shoemaker

Lillian SingletonBR2 Co-chairs

branch2chair@naswaz.com

BRANCH 3(Apache, Coconino, Mohave

& Navajo Counties plusPayson, Sedona & Cottonwood)

Carl DuncanKatherine MeyerBR 3 Co-chairs

branch3chair@naswaz.com

BRANCH 4(West Yavapai County—Prescott & sur-

rounding area)Open PositionOpen PositionBR 4 Co-chairs

branch4chair@naswaz.com

STATEWIDEPACE Chair

Colleen FisherPACEchair@naswaz.com

Open PositionCCNLI (Nominations Chair)CCNLIChair@naswaz.com

NASW-AZ Chapter Offi ceCAROL STAMBAUGH

Executive Director(480) 968-4595

carol@naswaz.com

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Password: naswaz

Once you have logged in, the website will direct you to choose a user name and password that you can remember.

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The President’s Pen

Social Work Days at the LegislatureNASW held three annual Social Work Days at the

Legislature. I want to thank the event coordinators who made these days possible, including NASW-AZ Executive Director Carol Stambaugh along with NASW-AZ interns Mallory Savan and Granger Peterson, Public Policy Chair Suzanne Schunk, Charlie Thomas -- all of these folks worked together to put these eventful days in place. We had social workers from across the state attend one of the three days and all had the opportunity to meet with their legislators and to observe the legislative process in action. Nearly 400 social workers attended the social work days at the legislature events this year.

Arizona State Government Budget CutsThe primary focus for social workers this

legislative session has been to advocate to keep health and social services funding for Arizonans during these diffi cult budgetary times. I want to thank Suzanne Shunk for all of her diligent advocacy efforts as chair of the NASW Public Policy Committee. Suzanne has kept us apprised of the effects of the proposed Arizona State Government budget cuts and continues to encourage all social workers to write to their legislators about concerns. As you write to legislators ask them three basic questions when they contemplate particular budget cuts:

Is it human? Will the cut result in loss of • current, essential services a human being depends on for survival such as food, shelter, medical care, etc.?

Is it safe? Will the cut jeopardize the health • or safety of the person receiving services or others? Certain cuts can force people into dangerous or unhealthy situations.

Is it smart? Some cuts are penny wise and • pound foolish. With the cut result in cost shifting from one program to another?

By Patti Dorgan, LCSW, ACSW

NASW continues efforts to advocate keeping health and social services from experiencing major budget cuts this next year.

Social Work Month Events

The Branches all held their annual awards luncheons during the month of March. Branch I honored:

Social Worker of the Year: Lisa Graika, Phoenix Children’s Hospital

Lifetime Achievement Award: Kathy Melamed, Hospice of the Valley

Student of the Year: Katie Parker, Sojourner Center, MSW Student ASU Downtown

Public Offi cial of the Year: Senator Rebecca RiosCitizen(s) of the Year: ICAN Peer Leadership

Group

Branch II gave awards to:Lifetime Achievement Award: George GafnerSocial Worker of the Year: Susan ParnellCitizen of the Year: Ann RyanEl Corazón De La Frontera Award : Sheriff Tony

EstradaElected Public Offi cial: David Bradley

Branch III:Lifetime Achievement Award: Gail SantilliSocial Worker of the Year: Marie JimCitizen of the Year: LaVerne Johnson

The Branch annual Social Work month luncheons give social workers in Arizona the opportunity to connect with their colleagues and to rejuvenate us in the work and profession we have chosen to help others.

I hope you are having a good spring season. Spring is a time for renewal and recommitment to those things in life that are most important to us.

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Branches honor fellow social workers, community

The Navajo Hopi Unit presented the following awards: Social Worker of the Year - Clara Teller, Division of Social Services, Chinle Agency, Navajo Nation, shown at immediate right; and Citizen of the Year - Nadine Turner, LPN with Fort Defi ance Indian Hospital, shown at far right.

Branch 3’s Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Gail Santilli (top left) holds her award; Branch 3’s Social Worker of the Year Award Winner Marie Jim displays her plaque.

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leaders during Social Work Month celebrations

Members of ICAN (Improving Chandler Area Neighborhoods) display the award for Public Citizen of the Year from Branch 1 (above).

At left, Branch 1’s Public Elected Offi cial of the Year Rebecca Rios holds her award.

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Branch 1 award winners (clockwise from top left): Lifetime Achievement Award winner Kathy Melamed; Social Worker of the Year Lisa Graika; Katie Hobbs presenting Katie Parker with the Student of the Year award.

More Branch 1 honorees at SW Month celebration

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Youth/Family Counselor• Outpatient Therapist• Manager, Clinical Social Work & Clinical Social • WorkerBehavioral Health Consultant• Military and Family Life Consultant• Case Manager, HIV Program• Dependency/Delinquency Mediator• Therapist III - Inpatient• Crisis Shelter Therapist• Counselor• Empowerment Specialist• Volunteer Client Navigator• Crisis Counselor• Program Manager• Clinical Liaison• Therapist• Behavioral Health Tech. (BHT)• Client Care Specialist• Clinical Director•

Therapist• Victim Advocate• Outpatient Therapist• Therapist III - INTAKE• Volunteer Mentor to a Foster Child• Social Worker• Behavioral Health Tech, I II and II• Community School Teacher• Habilitator for clients with ASD (Autism Spectrum • Disorder)Child Protective Services Specialist• Master Social Worker I/Clinician Hospice• LCSW/LSW• Independent Contractors • Family Specialist• Medical Social Workers• Psychotherapist• International Social Work• Seasoned Child & Youth Worker needed in Central • America

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In Memoriam: Sharol Cannon

By James Grandfi eld

Sadly, we note the passing of Sharol Cannon, age 72. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 14th in Prescott. She served the chapter well in the mid-90s as educational coordinator, developing numerous continuing education programs.

Upcoming eventsPlease go to www.naswaz.com and to the

calendar of events to read more about these and other upcoming activities.

May 29: Branch 3 Lunch and Learn in Flagstaff

June 13: Brown Bag Lunch in Kingman

June 23: NASW Lunchtime Series Teleconference

June 26: Branch 3 Lunch and Learn in Show Low

Community Workshops and Classifi eds Listings can also be found at www.naswaz.com. Here is a sampling of what you can fi nd:

July 17 and 18: Biological Basis of Mental Health Issues in Older Adults

Sept. 12: Case Management Society of America AZ Chapter 8th Annual September Conference

Each candidate was asked to write their summary biographical information. The information in their own words is in order of position, name, and personal reasons for running for offi ce. The list of candidates is arranged in the order they appear on the ballot. If you prefer, you can vote online using your username and password.

Secretary (1 position)Bobbie Anderson: I have worked in the social

work fi eld for over 12 years, functioning as a care manager, medical social worker, program coordinator and strong advocate for my clients. I have had the opportunity to be involved with the NASW for several years serving at the Branch level and on the Board of Directors. In the position of Secretary I will continue to be an ambassador and advocate for our profession.

Treasurer (1 position)Holly Baumann: I was director of public policy

at the Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center (SARRC), where I co-drafted Steven’s Law and managed a $700,000 dollar state government contract. Currently, I am serving as director of health policy for Children’s Action Alliance, where my focus is on health care coverage for children via government relations and community-based outreach. As a native of Central Phoenix with strong experience in budget analysis, public policy, and non-profi t development, I look forward to the opportunity of serving as Treasurer.

BSW Student Board Rep (1 position) Bobby Hess: I have worked in the fi eld of social

work for over ten years; starting as a volunteer and then being employed in the fi eld. I started and worked for 6 years as a project specialist for local humanitarian aide efforts with a privately funded non-profi t organization. I then co-founded a non-profi t organization and began working in prevention for at-risk youths. For the past year and a half I have worked in school social work, doing prevention work and then transferring over to special education services. As an NASW Chapter Student Representative I intend on presenting new and innovative ideas to the Board of Directors. As a social work student I am able to look at the current system with fresh eyes and make recommendations for improvement and advancement in the fi eld. I am confi dent this will be a life changing

experience, both for myself and for the clients we serve.

MSW Student Board Rep (1 position) Sascha Navarro: This past academic year, I

served as a student intern with the Tucson Indian Center, working on program development, research studies and client service provision with Tucson’s urban Native American population. In Feb. 08, I started working with Wingspan’s EON Youth Lounge as a Youth Specialist, providing support and services to Tucson’s LGBTQ youth community. I am now working there full time. As a lifelong member of Tucson’s community and a lifelong resident of the San Xavier Reservation, I feel that I can bring a multi-faceted perspective to the MSW Student Rep. position. I have an investment in Tucson’s Native American, Mexican-American and LGBTQ communities and am an active member of and advocate for each of these communities. As a multi-racial and queer-identifi ed individual, I know that I can offer unique insight into issues relevant to NASWAZ’s work in this community.

Laura Bradbury: Since beginning the MSW program at ASU I have worked at Codac Behavioral Health Services as a Behavioral Health Assistant in a hospital diversion/stabilization program. I am responsible for taking incoming crisis calls and working directly with clients who are utilizing the program for stabilization or crisis management services. I have also completed a fi eld placement at the Domestic Violence Law Clinic at the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law. In this position, I work as a member of a litigation team to provide pro-bono legal and social assistance to survivors of domestic violence. I am responsible for supporting clients throughout the court process, providing clients with appropriate referrals and resources, and assisting the litigation team in case strategy development. During academic year 2008-09 I will be completing a fi eld placement with the Tucson Family Advocay Program. In this placement, I will provide social assistance in a medical-legal

Candidates offer bios to help with election decisions

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partnership program. I am excited for the opportunity of becoming the MSW Representative to the Arizona Board of Directors. I am dedicated to promoting social justice and advocating for underserved communities in Southern Arizona. I am looking forward to the opportunity to represent the perspectives and interests of social work students, and feel that serving on the Board will provide an avenue for further advocacy, in addition to enhancing my education as a social worker.

Branch 1 Board Rep (3 positions)Angie Verberg: I have worked with children

since 1999 in a shelter setting, licensing foster parents, training parents, overseeing behavioral health treatment homes for Maricopa County, and now monitoring behavioral health services for children throughout the state. I would be a good candidate for Branch 1 Representative because I am ready to take on the challenge of holding a leadership position. I feel that I represent social work in a positive light and will represent NASW confi dently in all I do. I am proud to be an NASW member and hope to take that pride one step further by taking an active role in making the Arizona Chapter of NASW stronger.

Connie Phillips: I have worked in management and administration throughout my career in non-profi t, social service settings. I have managed programs for a children’s mental health program, a comprehensive mental health program for youth, families, and adults, and currently work as Executive Director at Sojourner Center, a domestic violence shelter and program. I believe that NASW is only as strong as its leadership. Over the years, the board has led the organization through many signifi cant issues always with the intent of positioning the profession in its best light and creating good for the membership. Service to the membership must always be at the front of the agenda, providing value added opportunities as well as stewarding the assets of the association. I will apply my skills and strengths to ensure that NASW is responsive to the issues and needs of our membership.

Tammy Abbott-Thiel: I have been in social work fi elds since 1998. Jobs I have had in that 10 years include: Medical Social Work (children, long-

term care and hospice); Mental Health; and Child Protection. I have a passion for service. I bring with me a great deal of experience, as both a social worker and as a community service leader. I will represent Arizona’s Chapter of NASW well. I am honored to be given this opportunity to serve.

Branch 1 Steering Committee (3 positions)

Patrick Shockley: Work experience includes Medical Social Work 2002-2008, Homeless Veteran Social Worker 2005-2007, Child Protective Services State of NM 2004. Internship Experience NASW New Mexico 2004 PACE Senior Services 2003-2004 Adult Protective Services State of NM 2001-2002. As a Medical Social Worker, I see many benefi ts of being a NASW member, such as being involved in an organization that advocates for social workers. I have been a member of the NASW since 2001. I believe that my commitment and enthusiasm as a Social Worker and NASW member, that I can represent the chapter by advocating for needs of members and social workers in the community.

Elisa Kawam: I have experience with special needs populations and child welfare, training in community, advocacy and policy organization and extensive research interest and experience. I am a hardworking, committed, team player who seeks to incorporate gained knowledge and experience in the representation of a unifi ed social work voice based on research, practice and human justice principles of the NASW Code of Ethics.

Andrew Marioni: I have various volunteer experiences in Tucson. Then when moved to Phoenix I began working at the Arizona House of Representatives and working for Justice Services working with offenders. I have additional experience at internships for CPS and at SARRC. I am young and eager to be part of the processes involved with NASWAZ.

Branch 1 CCNLI (1 position)*

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Branch 2 Rep (1 position)Joyce Canfi eld: I was the BSW student rep from

1999-2000. I received my BSW in May 2007. I have been working in social service agencies for 17 years. I needed to complete an undergraduate degree in order to pursue other areas in Social Work. My area of interest is Public Policy. Being involved with NASW has helped me develop my skills. I just graduated with my MSW in May 2008, and I was a PAC (Planning, Administration, & Community) student.

I am doing my internship at the V.A. in Tucson this summer.

Branch 2 Steering Committee (3 open positions)*

Branch 3 Rep (1 open position)Katherine Meyer: Work experience includes

Flagstaff Medical Center in Flagstaff, AZ working on the inpatient units as a relief social worker in both a clinical and a discharge planning capacity, as well as working as a forensic interviewer for the hospital-

based child advocacy center. Adjunct instructor for Northern Arizona University, teaching generalist practice for the BSW program. Psychotherapist for Arizona Behavioral Health Associates, P.C., which not only includes adult, child, individual, couples and family therapy, but also mandated groups for male and female domestic violence perpetrators, psychoeducational groups for Type I and II diabetic patients and inmate assessments for the Department of Corrections in Arizona. I am very excited to be involved with the social workers of Northern Arizona. Over the last year I have enjoyed traveling from Kingman to Show Low to meet with social workers in the more rural communities, as well as the social workers in Flagstaff. It is my hope to bring social workers together for networking opportunities, support, continuing education and updates related to NASW proceedings.

Branch 3 CCNLI (1 open position)*Branch 4 CCNLI (1 open position)*

* indicates an open position. Please contact NASW-AZ at 480-968-4595 or email ccnlichair@naswaz.com if you are interested in these leadership positions. We would welcome you as a volunteer.

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Obituary for Bette HarlanBy Natalie Woodman

Elizabeth (Bette) Harlan, CISW, an NASW member for 50 years, died March 5, 2008. A 1958 graduate of Smith College School for Social Work, Bette served primarily in public welfare and mental health. A Phoenix resident since 1969, she was active in the chapter as a secretary to Division 1, initiated and was a social activist as member/chairperson of both the Chapter Committee on Women’s Issues and the Committee on Lesbian and Gay Issues.

Employment at Arizona State Hospital included in- and out-patient practice and supervision; originating the Phoenix South Community Mental Health Elderly Program, and fi eld instruction for ASU. In retirement, she combined this concern for elders with her involvement in raising mini-dachsies and Australian Terriers by volunteering with Companion Animal Association of Arizona. Following a move to The Terraces of Phoenix, she loved to volunteer at the Country Store and enjoyed opportunities to attend opera, theater, and Ballet Arizona. A memorial service was held on March 22nd and attended by many from the social work community.

Save the Date!

NASW-AZ Annual Leadership Retreat

All leaders and potential leaders of NASW-AZ are invited to join us July 18 and 19 at the Inn at Eagle Mountain in Fountain Hills for our Annual Leadership Retreat. This is where our new board members learn the ropes; board and committee members set the stage for the year ahead; and this year, we even have some SURPRISING, engaging, dynamic activities planned to take the association to an ever greater level of success.

Mark you calendars NOW and register online at www.naswaz.com SOON!

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2008 CHAPTER ELECTION BALLOTFill in the symbol () next to the name of the person you are voting for. Please remove, complete and return ballot and

elector validation on this page to: NASW-AZ Ballots, 1050 E. Southern, Suite F-5, Tempe, AZ 85282. BALLOTS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY JUNE 30, 2008.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS (ALL MEMBERS VOTE IN THIS CATEGORY)Secretary (Vote for one) Treasurer (Vote for one)() Bobbie Anderson () Holly Baumann

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES (ALL MEMBERS VOTE IN THIS CATEGORY)BSW Student Rep (Vote for one) MSW Student Rep (Vote for one)() Bobby Hess () Sascha Navarro () Laura Bradbury

BRANCH 1 – Only members in Maricopa, LaPaz and Yuma Counties & Apache Jct vote in this section BR 1 BOARD REPRESENTATIVE (Vote for three)() Angie Verberg () Connie Phillips () Tammy Abbott-ThielBR 1 STEERING COMMITTEE (Vote for 3) () Patrick Shockley () Elisa Kawam () Andrew MarioniBR 1 CCNLI (1 open position)*

BRANCH 2 – Only members in Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima & Santa Cruz Counties vote in this sectionBR 2 BOARD REPRESENTATIVE (Vote for 1)() Joyce Canfi eldBR 2 STEERING COMMITTEE (3 open positions)*

BRANCH 3 - Only members in Apache, Coconino, Mojave and Navajo Counties plus Payson, Sedona and Cottonwood vote in this section

BR 3 BOARD REPRESENTATIVE (Vote for 1)() Katherine MeyerBRANCH 3 CCNLI (1 open position)*

BRANCH 4 - Only members in Prescott and Prescott Valley vote in this sectionBR 4 CCNLI (1 open position)*

2008 CHAPTER ELECTION BALLOTReturn this form along with the Election Ballot to: NASW-AZ Ballots, 1050 E. Southern Ave., Suite F-5,

Tempe, AZ 85282.

ELECTOR VALIDATION (DO NOT DETACH - MUST BE COMPLETED TO VALIDATE BALLOT)

Print your name: __________________________________________________________________

Your signature: ___________________________________________________________________

* Contact the NASW-AZ offi ce at 480-968-4595 or email ccnlichair@naswaz.com if you are interested in any of these open positions.

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The NASW-AZ Chapter newsletter is published six times a year by the National Association of Social Workers/Arizona Chapter. Address all inquiries to NASW-AZ, 2015 N. Dobson Rd., #4-214, Chandler, AZ 85224. 480/968-4595. FAX 866-261-7588, e-mail: chapter@naswaz.com. All advertising is subject to the publisher’s approval. NASW-AZ reserves the right to reject advertisements for any reason at any time and is not liable for any alleged loss or damages if an advertisement is omitted for any reason. NASW complies with the provisions of applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination. Placement of ads will be at NASW’s discretion, although advertiser’s preference will be met whenever possible. Publication of an advertisement does not constitute endorsement or approval by NASW of any product or services advertised, any point of view, standard, claims, or opinion presented therein. The placement of an advertising order constitutes an acceptance of all the rates and conditions under which advertising is sold at that time.President Executive DirectorPatti Dorgan Carol Stambaugh, MSW AD Rate - Only members may purchase business card size ads. All ads, including business card size, must be submitted in black and white. Except for business cards, all ads should be submitted as camera-ready copy. There is a $25 additional charge if ad is not camera-ready. The 1st of the previous month is the deadline for copy. Oct. 1 for the Nov/Dec issue and June 1 for the Jul/Aug issue. All graphic ads are “boxed” in by border lines. Please note that the Height and Width sizes for ads are the “box” sizes. Therefore the ad needs to be at least 1/16 of an inch smaller in both Height and Width to fi t within the “box”.

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