Wertheimer, M. R., Beck, E., Brooks, F., & Wolk, J. (2004). Community partnerships: An innovative model of social work education and practice. Journal of Community Practice, 12, 3/4, 123-140. (refereed)
Wolk, J. & Wertheimer, M. R. (1999). Case management vs. generalist practice: An accreditation contradiction. Journal of Social Work Education, 35, 101-113. (refereed)
In Review-
Wertheimer, M. R. & Diwan, S. (2005). A university-community curriculum development
partnership to increase aging awareness in social work practice: A GeroRich program
experience. Journal of Gerontological Social Work
B. Book Chapters
Wertheimer, M. R. (1985). Alice Lothrop. In W. Trattner (Ed.), Biographical
Dictionary of Social Welfare in America (pp. 506-508). Westport, CT: Greenwood Press.
Wertheimer, M. R. (1985). Isabel H. Barrows. In W. Trattner (Ed.), Biographical
Dictionary of Social Welfare in America. (pp. 64-67). Westport, CT: Greenwood Press.
C. Other publications
Wertheimer, M. R. (2003). BSW Field Education Manual. [latest edition]
Wertheimer, M. R. (2003). MSW Field Education Manual. [latest edition]
Wertheimer, M. R., et.al. (1978). Adolescents are special: A handbook for staff of health agencies serving youth. New York: Nassau County Coalition for Family Planning.
D. Scholarly proceedings
Manns, E.K. & Wertheimer, M. R. (1985). Relationship between institutional purpose and
leadership qualities of chairpersons. Proceedings of Academic Chairpersons: Leadership
and Management (Vol. 17).
FUNDED PROJECTS:
Wertheimer, M.R. “Social Work Field Education: Creative Community Impact,” March of Dimes, Georgia Chapter, 2005, $1165
Wertheimer, M. R. & Diwan, S. “Strengthening Aging and Gerontology Education for Social Work,” John A. Hartford Foundation, New York, 2002-2004, $60,000
Wertheimer, M. R. “A Training Model for Strengthening Partnerships,” Neighborhood Development Internship Project, United Way, 1999, $3,000
Wertheimer, M. R. “The helping professions and the law: Demystifying the legal process for social workers, psychologists, nurses, counselors, and psychiatrists,” Continuing Education Grant, Georgia State University, 1984, $1500
PROFESSIONAL PAPERS/PRESENTATIONS:
Wertheimer, M. R. (August 2005). Strategies for creating a dynamic, functional board.
Professional presentation at the Institute of Synagogue Excellence, Jewish Federation of
Greater Atlanta.
Wertheimer, M. R. (October 2004). How to build and sustain effective nonprofit boards.
Professional presentation at the 2004 Annual Conference, National Association of Social
Workers, Georgia Chapter, Atlanta, GA. (refereed; state)
Wertheimer, M. R. (April 2004). Optimizing communication flow to improve board effectiveness. Professional presentation at the 2004 Annual Conference, Association of Jewish Family and Children’s Agencies, Cincinnati, OH. (refereed; international)
Wertheimer, M. R., Brooks, F., & Wolk, J. (February 2004). Community partnerships: An
innovative model of social work education and practice. Paper presented at the Community Organization & Social Administration Symposium, 2004 Annual Program Meeting of the Council on Social Work Education, Anaheim, CA. (refereed; national)
Wertheimer, M. R. & Tracy, M. (October 2003). Recognizing and developing hero potential in
MSW and BSW interns. Professional presentation at the 2nd Annual IV-E Student
Training and Networking Conference, Georgia Department of Human Resources, Atlanta, GA. (invited; state)
Wertheimer, M. R., Diwan, S., & Kolomer,S. (March 2003). Aging competent practice in field
education. Professional presentation at the 2003 Annual Program Meeting of the
Council on Social Work Education, Atlanta, GA. (invited; national)
Wertheimer, M. R., Tracy, M., & Foster, S. (October 2002). So you want to be a field supervisor? Professional presentation at the 14th Annual Conference of the National Association of Social Workers- Georgia Chapter, Atlanta, GA. (refereed; state)
Wertheimer, M. R. (June 2002). Optimizing communication flow for effective board communications. Paper presented at the 2002 Annual Meeting of the Points of Light Foundation, Salt Lake City, UT. (refereed; national)
Wertheimer, M. R. & Calloway, L. (October 2001). Relationship building: A training model for effective partnerships. Paper presented at the 2001 National Society for Experiential Education National Conference, Orlando, FL. (refereed; national)
Calloway, L. & Wertheimer, M. R. (October 2000). A model for an internal university collaboration: Service learning and field education. Paper presented at the 2000 National Society for Experiential Education National Conference, San Antonio, TX. (refereed; national)
Wertheimer, M. R. (February 2000). An internal university collaboration: Service learning and field education. Paper presented at the 46th Annual Program Meeting of the Council on Social Work Education, New York, NY. (refereed; international)
Wolk, J. & Wertheimer, M. R. (October 1997). Case management vs. generalist practice: An accreditation contradiction. Paper presented at the 15th Annual Conference of the Baccalaureate Program Directors, Philadelphia, PA. (refereed; national)
Wertheimer, M. R. & East, C. (September 1996). Homeless and hungry in the 90s. Professional presentation at the 8th Annual Conference of the National Association of Social Workers- Georgia Chapter, Atlanta, GA. (refereed; state)
Reichel, M., Wertheimer, M. R., & Donahue, T. (June 1985). On-line demographic databases and the provision of social services. Paper presented at the International Conference on Databases in the Humanities and Social Sciences, Grinnell, IA. (refereed; international)
Wertheimer, M. R. (March 1984). Social policy curriculum: One focus or two?. Paper presented at the 30th Annual Program Meeting, Council on Social Work Education, Detroit, MI.
(refereed; national)
HONORS AND AWARDS:
Herbert Kohn Meritorious Service Award, Jewish Family & Career Services, May, 1999
Woman of Achievement Award, Jewish Family & Career Services, sponsored by the Greater Atlanta Jewish Federation, 1997
Outstanding Professional Social Worker in the State of Georgia, National Association of Social Workers, Georgia Chapter, April 1983
Phi Kappa Phi
Phi Beta Kappa
SERVICE TO THE UNIVERSITY, COLLEGE, AND ACADEMIC UNIT:
A. University
Presidential Community Services Awards Committee, 2005-
Service Learning Committee, 2001
Advisory Board, Office of Community Service-Learning, 1999
Search Committee, Program Development Manager, Office of Community Outreach and Partnerships, 1999
Presenter, Site Supervisor Orientation, Office of Community Outreach and Partnerships,
1998.
FACP Continuing Education Task Force, 1995-96
University Senate, 1984-1985
Faculty Affairs Committee, Academic Affairs Committee
Group Facilitator, Open Sesame Program, Georgia State University, 1983, 1984
Gerontology Faculty, Gerontology Center, College of Arts and Sciences, 1981-1985
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College of Health and Human Sciences:
Non-tenure Track Promotion Committee, 2005-
Bylaws Committee, 2005-
Non-tenure Track Promotion Policy Committee, 2003
Faculty Advisory Committee, 1998-2000
Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Communication Skills Curriculum Subcommittee, 1997
College of Public and Urban Affairs:
Continuing Education Coordinating Committee, 1994-1996
Chair, 1995-1996
Committee on Student Affairs, 1983-1984
College Review Committee, 1981-1985
Committee on Curricula, 1981-1983
Bylaws Committee, 1981-1982
Ad-Hoc Committee on Core/Exit Exams, 1981
C. School of Social Work
Director Search Committee, 2005-
Community Forum, Co-chair, 2005-
PERS Course Development, 2003
Strategic Planning Committee, 2002-2003
MSW Program Committee, Chair, 1999-present
BSW Program Committee, 1999-present
Curriculum Committee, Chair, 1997-1999
BSW Semester Conversion Committee, Chair, 1996
Faculty Search Committee, 1996
Department Chair Search Committee, 1983
SERVICE ACTIVITIES IN PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
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Council on Social Work Education, Arlington, VA
Council on Conferences and Faculty Development, 2004 -
Regional Planning Committee, 49th Annual Program Meeting, 2002-2003
Co-chair, Special program for agency-based field supervisors
National Planning Committee, 32nd Annual Program Meeting, 1985-1986
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National Association of Area Agencies on Aging & Atlanta Regional Commission
Local Arrangements Committee, 29th Annual Conference and Tradeshow, 2003-2004
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Georgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Family & Children’s Services, Professional Development Section
Student Internship Workgroup, 2003
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Field Education Collaborative (University of Georgia, Georgia State University, Clark Atlanta
University
Co-founder and member, 2000-present
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Yeshiva University Wurzweiler School of Social Work
Field Supervisor, 2nd year MSW student at Hands on Atlanta, 1995-1996
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National Association of Social Workers- Georgia Chapter
Group Facilitator for “Ethics Discussion Groups: Social Work Education,”
9th Annual Conference, September 12, 1997
Moderator for “Innovative Techniques in Family Assessment” workshop,
8th Annual Conference, September 19-20, 1996
Political Action Committee (PACE), chair, 1989-1991
Board of Directors, 1981-1984
Board Member At-Large, 1983-1984
Finance Committee, 1982-1984
North Georgia Unit, chair, 1981-1983
Continuing Education/Program Committee, chair, 1981-1983
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Atlanta Council for International Programs: Board of Directors, 1981-1984
Presenter, “Social Policy in America,” 1983, 1984
SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY:
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Hip Hop 4 Humanity: Advisory Board, 2005-
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Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta: Board of Directors, 2003-2005
Presidents and Executive Directors Workgroup, 2003-2005
Co-chair and Trainer, Presidents Leadership Series, 2004-2005
Co-chair, Jewish Population Community Study, 2005-
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Jewish Family & Career Services: Board of Directors, 1989-present
Immediate Past-President, 2005-
Chair, Nominating Committee, 2005-
President, 2003-2005
First Vice-President, 2001-2003
Chair, Strategic Planning Committee, 2001-2003
Vice President, 1998-2001
Chair, Board Development Committee, 1999-2001
Assistant Vice-President, 1996-1998
-Member, Executive Committee, 1996-present
Liaison to Project Connect Committee, 1996-1999
Liaison to Counseling Committee, 1996- 2001
-Strategic Planning Committee, 1994-1996; 2000
-Project Connect (Homeless) Committee, Chair, 1993-1996
-Counseling Committee, 1984-1992
Chair, 1989-1992
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Atlanta Jewish Community Center: Board of Directors, 1992-1994
Volunteer Services Committee, 1998-1999
Teen Hotline Task Force, 1997
Early Childhood Services Committee, 1989-1994
Chair, 1992-1994
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Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta:
Annual Conference Moderator, “Mentoring: Building A Legacy for the Future”
September 8, 1995
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American Jewish Committee:
Researcher, “Family Planning Decision Making”
William Petschek National Jewish Family Center, 1986-1987
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Southeastern Network of Runaway Youth and Family Services:
Conference Planning Committee Member, 1984 Annual Meeting, 1983-1984
Coordinator, Adolescent Development Tract
Conference Planning Committee Member, "Working with Cancer Patients and their Families,” 1983
ADDITIONAL SIGNIFICANT ACTIVITIES:
Consultant, Board orientation, visioning, and strategic planning, Yeshiva Atlanta High School, Fall 2005.
Consultant, Board assessment and strategic planning, National Association of Social Workers,
Georgia Chapter, Spring 2005
Consultant, Board development, Northern New Jersey Maternal/Child Health Consortium,
November 2004
Consultant and Trainer, Leadership and goal setting, Douglas County Department of Family and Children Services, Management Retreat, October 2003
Consultant and Trainer, Strategic planning, Clayton County Department of Family and Children Services, June 2001
Consultant, Program evaluation, United Way of Cobb County, 1997-1998
Trainer, Effective communication skills, Jewish Family & Career Services, 1997
Consultant, Outcome evaluation, Emory Healthcare/Department of Social Services, November 1997
Invited Speaker, Growth and development of the adolescent, Metro Transitional Center for Women, February 15, 1984
Volunteer Crisis Counselor, Atlanta Holiday Project, December, 1983
Invited Speaker, Graduate study: Is it necessary? Behavioral and Social Science Career Week, Mercer University, Atlanta, 1981
Task Force Member, Adolescent Sexuality, Nassau County Coalition for Family Planning, 1978
Deborah M. Whitley
School of Social Work
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