Addressing the Mental Health Crisis
There is a mental health crisis in America and social workers are on the frontlines, impacting everyday lives.
If you’ve ever thought about a career that can make a difference, you are invited to a special virtual event with the Touro Graduate School of Social Work and our expert alumni.
Every community in the United States is besieged by the mental health crisis. Rates of suicide, depression, anxiety, domestic violence and substance use are increasing at alarming rates. The Jewish community is no exception, as research shows rates increasing dramatically since the start of the pandemic.
Join us for this important discussion and discover:
- Why the social work field is predicted to grow faster than other occupations.
- The many social work career opportunities that change lives.
- Why social workers demand to serve marginalized and vulnerable populations.
PANELISTS:
Erik (Tzvi) Tischler, LSCWR, GSSW Class of 2008
Erik currently serves as a clinician for Ohel's Crisis and Bereavement team and has a full-time private practice in Rockland County, New York. Erik has spent the past decade and a half working as a therapist in the ultra-Orthodox communities of Rockland and Orange counties.
Rachel Levinson, LCSW, GSSW Class of 2017
Rachel is a social worker at Met Council's Family Violence Services Program. Rachel works with clients of varying ages, ethnicities, cultures and religions, providing them with comprehensive case management services, safety planning and trauma-informed psychotherapy.
John Lopez, LCSW, GSSW Class of 2015
John currently works as a therapist and counselor for the College of Staten Island, as well as a therapist in a private counseling practice. He continues to serve as a volunteer, working with disadvantaged and incarcerated youth.
