Welcome to Washington State
Society for Clinical Social Work

Membership in the Washington State Society for Clinical Social Work connects you to a responsive and supportive community of clinical social workers committed to shared growth, ethical excellence, social justice. Through ongoing education, meaningful collegial relationships, and collective advocacy, we work together to sustain and strengthen our careers and the future of clinical social work in Washington State. 

Discounted CEUs and Trainings

• Clinical training and workshops, across relevant clinical topics and theoretical approaches. Members get discounted enrollment on all WSSCSW events. Earn high quality CEU hours with your colleagues. 
• WSSCSW can approve your workshop offerings for continuing education hours, and list your event on our members-only calendar.

Networking & Community

• Listserv (email group) for referrals and peer discussion amongst experienced clinicians
• Connection with other clinical social workers like you, across a statewide professional network.
• Opportunities for committee volunteerism or Board leadership to shape the direction of the organization.
• Student paper awards give an annual cash award and recognition for best social work student paper. 
• Networking events and meet up: Coffee chat meet ups, dinner events, networking get-togethers and an annual Social Justice and Leadership Awards dinner, to meet others and build connections. 

Mentorship & Consultation

• Mentorship group for Associates, led by experienced LICSWs.
• Student membership is offered at a big discount to encourage connections between students and more experienced clinical social workers and potential supervisors.
• Ethics consultation available to all members.

Advocacy & Lobbying

• WSSCSW represents clinical social workers in Washington State policy and healthcare initiatives. Have a say in our legislative agenda each year, and be informed on actions you can take to advocate for change at the state level. 
• Participate in advocacy on social justice in our communities, protection and promotion of our profession for ourselves, and improved access to services for our clients. 
• Legislative and policy updates: Stay up to date on changes that impact your practice as a clinical social worker. 

Visit the Events Calendar to View All Upcoming and Recorded Events