A certified advanced practice social worker may evaluate and intervene in complex difficulties in psychosocial functioning. Intervention plans may include counseling of individuals, families, and groups; advocacy; referral to community resources; and facilitation of organizational change to meet social needs based on a psychosocial evaluation. A certified advanced practice social worker may engage in psychotherapeutic activities only under the supervision of a person authorized by the board or by the department of health services to supervise the practice of clinical social work.

History

History: Cr. Register, November, 1993, No. 455, eff. 12-1-93; CR 02-105: am. Register October 2002 No. 562, eff. 11-1-02; correction made under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 6., Stats., Register November 2011 No. 671.