D.C. Code § 3-1208.04a: Exceptions for non-clinical practice.

(a)

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as preventing or restricting an individual who has successfully completed a bachelor's degree in social work, a master's degree in social work, or a doctorate degree in social work through a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education from engaging in non-clinical practice; provided, that no such persons shall represent by title or description of services that they are social workers.

(b)

For the purposes of this section, the term "non-clinical practice" means competencies and activities commonly included in a social work education program that do not involve clinical assessment, diagnosis, or treatment of mental health conditions, including:

(1)

Non-clinical case management, including coordinating social services, conducting non-clinical assessments of service needs, and facilitating client access to resources;

(2)

Community organization, including public education campaigns, information dissemination, and connecting individuals with social services;

(3)

Advocacy, including advocating for clients and communities, advocating for policy changes, and representing clients' policy interests; and

(4)

Administrative tasks, including handling client documentation, record-keeping, and program coordination.