36-26-45. Clinical social work defined.
Clinical social work is practiced by a social worker who has received a master's or doctoral degree and is licensed under §36-26-14 or 36-26-17. Clinical social work includes individual, family, and small group psychotherapy. Clinical social work practice is the professional application of social work theory and methods to the treatment and prevention of psychosocial dysfunction, disability, or impairment, including emotional and mental disorders. It is based on knowledge of one or more theories of human development. Clinical social work services consist of assessment; diagnosis; treatment, including psychotherapy and counseling; client-centered advocacy; consultation; and evaluation. The process of clinical social work is undertaken within the objectives of social work and the principles and values contained in the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics as of January 1, 1995.
Source: SL 1995, ch 224, §1.
Structure South Dakota Codified Laws
Title 36 - Professions and Occupations
Section 36-26-1 - Definition of terms.
Section 36-26-2 - Purpose and application of chapter.
Section 36-26-5 - Terms of appointment.
Section 36-26-6 - Removal by Governor for cause--Filling of vacancies.
Section 36-26-11 - Titles and designations prohibited to unlicensed persons.
Section 36-26-13 - Board to issue licenses.
Section 36-26-14 - Qualifications of certified social worker.
Section 36-26-15 - Qualifications for social worker's license.
Section 36-26-15.1 - Licensure of persons graduating from social work programs in candidacy status.
Section 36-26-16 - Qualifications for social work associate.
Section 36-26-17 - Independent practice requirements.
Section 36-26-18 - Exemption from examination for out-of-state licensees.
Section 36-26-18.1 - National or multi-state licensing compact.
Section 36-26-19 - Application fees.
Section 36-26-21 - Times and places of examinations.
Section 36-26-22 - Re-examinations allowed--Fee.
Section 36-26-23 - Expiration and renewal of licenses--Renewal fee.
Section 36-26-24 - Display of license.
Section 36-26-25 - Annual publication of names of licensees and private practitioners.
Section 36-26-26 - Continuing education required--Waiver.
Section 36-26-28 - Re-examination required after lapse of license.
Section 36-26-29 - Promulgation of rules by board.
Section 36-26-30 - Social worker-client privilege--Exceptions.
Section 36-26-31 - Examination and inspection of private establishments--Access to premises.
Section 36-26-32 - Grounds for denial, revocation, suspension, or cancellation of license.
Section 36-26-33 - Initiation of cancellation, revocation, or suspension proceedings.
Section 36-26-35 - Proceedings to conform to administrative procedure.
Section 36-26-36 - Appeal from board rulings or decisions.
Section 36-26-38 - Record of license data kept by secretary-treasurer--Evidence--Certified copies.
Section 36-26-39 - Violation of chapter as misdemeanor.
Section 36-26-40 - Board to recommend prosecutions and civil actions for violations.
Section 36-26-41 - Investigation and report of violations--Employment of special counsel--Expenses.
Section 36-26-42 - Action to enjoin violations--Alternate to criminal proceedings--Election.
Section 36-26-44 - Issuance of temporary licenses--Validity--Expiration.