• Description:

Helps individuals and families solve personal and family problems using special knowledge of social resources, human capabilities, and the part that motivation plays. Applies specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills to assess, diagnois, and treat mental, emotional and behavioral disorders, conditions, and addictions. Treatment methods include psychotherapy and may occur in diverse settings. May include private practice and clinical supervision.

• Licensing Agency:

VERMONT SECRETARY OF STATE
Office of Professional Regulation
Social Workers
89 Main Street
3rd floor
Montpelier, VT 05620
Contact:  https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/about-opr/contact-us/
Web site:  https://sos.vermont.gov/social-workers/

• Occupations that may require this license:

Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Healthcare Social Workers

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers

last update: January 2023