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Professional Social Work Month in ) RESOLUTION NO.2005/143
Contra Costa County )
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 aged or children. 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, 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
2005 as"PROFESSIONAL SOCIAL WORK MONTH" in Contra Costa County.
PASSED by a unanimous vote of the Board of Supervisors members present this 15th day of
March, 2005.
GAYLE B.U- EMA
Chair
District II Supervisor
Absent
JOHN GIOIA MARY NEJEDLY PIEPHO
District I Supervisor District III Supervisor
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iQ\ MARK DeSAULNIER FEDERAL D.GLOVER
District IV Supervisor District V Supervisor
Witness my hand and the Beal of the Board of Supervisors
affixed on this 151h day of March 2005,
JOHN SWEETEN, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors and
County Administrator.
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