HomeMy WebLinkAboutRESOLUTIONS - 01012004 - 2004-029 2.
In the Matter of Declaring March 2004 as )
Professional Social Work Month in ) RESOLUTION NO.2�9
Contra Costa Count— 1, )
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WHEREAS, the social work profession is recognized throughout the United States as that
profession which best services the needy, the vulnerable, the disabled and the abused and neglected
populations, whether children, adults or aged. Social workers must adhere to high standards of
practice which include specialized training, knowledge and skills, understanding the diversity of
cultures and communities, and meeting the expectations of conduct established by the professional
code of ethics;and
WHEREAS, social workers in Contra Costa County assume many roles and responsibilities,
including child welfare worker, mental health clinical worker, medical social worker, probation
officer, adult protective services worker, in-home supportive services worker, disability advocate
worker, assessment and intensive services worker, therapist and supervisor. We wish to honor their
expertise and dedication in assisting others. Professional social workers 'can and do make a
difference in the lives of individuals. It is the largest group of professionals dedicated to enhancing
the quality of life of those individuals and families whose lives have been disrupted; and
WHEREAS, the social work profession grew out of the social conditions of another era. There
continue to be new challenges that require new strategies to empower individuals and families and
ensure social responsibility; and
WHEREAS, it is of utmost importance to recognize the ongoing commitment of the people
who serve as social workers and all the other staff who support this important work in our county
so that they are celebrated for their dedication and effectiveness in meeting the challenges of the
past and the challenges of the present.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors hereby declares
March 2004 as "PROFESSIONAL SOCIAL WORK MONTH"in Contra Costa County.
PASSED by a unanimous vote of the Board of Supervisors members present this 24th day of February 2004.
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FE ERAL GLOVER
Chair
District V Supervisor
JOHN GIOIA GAY1 E'B. JILKEMA
District I Supervisor District II Supervisor
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MILLIE GREENBERG MARK DeSAULNIER
District Ill Supervisor District IV Supervisor
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of a
resolution entered on the minutes of said Board of Supervisors on
the aforesaid date.
Witness my hand and the Seat of the Board of Supervisors
affixed this 20 day of February 2004.
JOHN SWEETEN,County Administrator and Clerk of the Board
of Sual, ;7s'.
By / .
Deputy Clerk
Introduced by the Employment and Human Services irector