Live Online Interactive

Leading Through Change

9/8/2025 | Mon | 6 pm - 8 pm | Eastern Time/NY | 2 CE hours

Class Description

Leading Through Change: Adaptive Leadership Strategies for Social Workers This course explores adaptive leadership strategies tailored for social workers navigating challenges of today's dynamic political landscape. Participants will learn how to lead with resilience, foster collaboration, and respond effectively to systemic changes while staying rooted in our social work values. Through practical tools and interactive discussions, this training equips social works to drive meaningful impact in their communities. Course Objectives By the end of this course, participants will: Develop a clear understanding of adaptive leadership principles and how they apply to social work practice in navigating uncertainty, complexity, and change Implement adaptive leadership techniques to effectively respond to the evolving political and social challenges within diverse social work settings Integrate core social work values into leadership approaches to promote equity, justice, and sustainable systemic change, while using everyday advocacy in the workplace as a foundation for broader macro-level impact About the Instructor Dena Spanos, LMSW, SIFI, is a transformational leader with over ten years of experience in the human services field. Having served as a community educator, case manager, program manager, and supervisor, she approaches her work through an anti-oppressive lens, leading with empathy, compassion, and curiosity. For the past four years, Dena has specialized in immigration within social work, working in legal services and refugee resettlement offices to advocate for immigrant communities. She leads a diverse team that provides direct services to New Americans, offering specialized trainings and coordinating volunteer services to support their needs. Driven by a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and cultural humility, Dena works with an anti-oppressive lens to foster systemic change and build systems of collective care for both staff and clients. As a dedicated mentor, she holds her SIFI certification and actively supervises social work interns, helping shape the next generation of social work leaders.

2 hr

40 US dollars

Contact Details

631.212.5009

support@chiprodevelopment.com

Bellport, NY, USA

Licensing Board Approvals

All live-online courses are approved by the following:

State Approvals for Each Profession

Addiction Counselors

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York (CASAC), New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Counselors

Alabama, Alaska, California, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Marriage & Family Therapists

Alabama, Alaska, California, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Prevention Specialist

Alabama, Delaware, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin

Psychologist

Delaware, Michigan, New Hampshire,

Social Workers

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec Saskatchewan

Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)

Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program

CHI Professional Development Inc, #1776, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education(ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. CHI Professional Development, Inc. maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 8/16/25-8/16/28.

National Association for Addiction Professionals

NAADAC Approved Education Provider

CHI Professional Development, Inc has been approved as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #234330, CHI Professional Development, Inc is responsible for all aspects of their programming.

National Board for Certified Counselors

CHI Professional Development, Inc. has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7194. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CHI Professional Development, Inc. is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

New York State Education Department Board for Social Work

CHI Professional Development, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0538

Office of Addiction Services and Supports

OASAS

CHI Professional Development, Inc. is OASAS certified to provide CASAC renewal and CPP/CPS hours #1343

New York State Education Department

DASA

CHI Professional Development, Inc is recognized by the NYS Department of Education as a DASA course provider.

Accessibility, Cancellation & Grievance Policy

Accessibility

It is my goal to create a learning experience that is as accessible as possible. If you anticipate any issues related to the format, materials, or requirements of this course, don't hesitate to get in touch with me so we can explore potential options.

Cancellation Policy

Payment is made in full; there are no refunds. If you cannot attend the class, please contact support@chiprodevelopment.com to discuss options.

Grievance Policy

All complaints and grievances are reviewed by the social work consultant within ten working days. Formal grievances are required to be written and will be responded to within 10 business days.

What are the steps to sign in for the live Zoom session?

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On which platform will the class be held?

The class will be conducted on Zoom. Please ensure you have the Zoom application installed and updated before the session begins.
How can I communicate with the lecturer during the class?

You can communicate with the lecturer using the chat function or verbally if you have a working microphone. Ensure your microphone is functioning properly before the session starts.
What is the process to obtain my CE certificate?

To obtain your CE certificate, you must complete the course survey, which will be accessible five minutes before the Zoom session ends. After completing the survey, your course completion code will be emailed to you. Ensure you check your spam/junk folder if you do not see the email in your inbox.

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Leading Through Change

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