The NLCSW develops documents to support and advance social work. These documents are intended to raise awareness of ethical issues, affirm professional responsibilities and highlight social work knowledge. As opportunities present, NLCSW also collaborates with national and international social work organizations to develop resources for the social work profession.
- Ethical Decision-Making in Social Work Practice (Updated August 2021)
- Interjurisdictional Social Work Practice FAQ & Practice Guidance for Social Workers in NL (2021)
- Resource Guide for Private Practice (Updated April 2020)
- Social Workers and Diagnosis Using the DSM-5 Practice Guideline (2020)
- Guiding Framework for Social Workers Concerned about the Professional Practice of a Colleague (Updated February 2020)
- Informed Consent with Children & Youth: Practice Guidelines for Social Work (2019)
- Enduring Power of Attorney, Substitute Decision Maker: What is the Role of Social Work? (2019)
- Self-Assessment Tools for Informed Consent and Documentation (2017)
- Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) (2016)
- ASWB Model Regulatory Standards for Technology and Social Work Practice (2015)
- CASW Social Media and Social Work Practice (2014)
- Social Work and Decision Specific Capacity Assessments (2012)
- Complementary & Adjunct Therapies & Techniques: A Guide for Registered Social Workers (2011)