Sec. 10.42.08.01. Scope

A. This chapter establishes qualifications and standards for independent practice, supervision and the responsibilities of supervisors and supervisees in the practice of social work.

B. This chapter applies to licensees who practice social work in this State, and individuals applying for licensure to practice social work in this State.

C. Except as otherwise specified in this chapter, this chapter does not apply to personnel or management practices associated with employment or contractual relationships.

D. Nothing in this chapter may be construed to prohibit an:

(1) Employer from requiring supervision of a licensed bachelor social worker (LBSW), licensed certified social worker (LCSW), licensed certified social worker-clinical (LCSW-C), or licensed master social worker (LMSW) who is approved to engage in independent practice; or

(2) LBSW independent practitioner, LMSW independent practitioner, LCSW, or LCSW-C from providing supervision to licensed social work employees who are not pursuing advanced licensure or independent practitioner designation.