Yvette Gosline

North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board

Term ends: June 30, 2025

Please give a brief biography, including your education, licensure or certification level and employment history:

I am an experienced senior executive with over two decades of leadership in social work and program development, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer for Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc. (BSRI). In this role, I oversee the operations of six senior centers, managing a $6.5million budget and a team of over 55 professionals. My leadership has been instrumental in increasing community impact, providing services to approximately 15,000 seniors across Brunswick County North Carolina. I have successfully spearheaded initiatives that improved employee engagement, restructured programs to meet challenges, and secured recognition for multiple Senior Centers of Excellence Awards.

I developed critical case management systems and launched wellness programs that engaged over 1,000 volunteers. My experience extends into academia as an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, where I aligned student training with CSWE accreditation standards. I hold a Master of Social Work from New York University and a Bachelor’s in Sociology from Stony Brook University. I am a Certified Master Social Worker.

Give a synopsis of your regulatory and professional experience. Please emphasize your involvement with ASWB:

Throughout my career, I have developed extensive experience in regulatory oversight and professional leadership within the field of social work. I served as Chairperson of the North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board (NCSWCLB) from 2020–2025, working closely with board members and staff to review licensure applications, uphold ethical standards, and advance initiatives that protect the public while promoting professional integrity.

My involvement with the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) has strengthened my commitment to effective and inclusive regulation. I’ve had the privilege of serving as a delegate, education meeting panelist, and participant in Board Member Exchange (BMX) gatherings. I’m especially proud of my contributions to the development of the Social Work Licensure Compact, having served on the committee that helped draft this important legislation, which promotes multistate licensure and professional mobility. Currently, I serve on ASWB’s REAL (Regulation and Education Advancing Licensure) Committee, where we are developing the framework for the 2026 Education Conference.

Finally, make a brief statement on the major issues you see facing ASWB, and how you would address them:

One of the major issues facing ASWB is ensuring that the organization continues to cultivate diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking leadership at all levels. As the regulatory environment evolves, especially with initiatives like the Social Work Licensure Compact and shifts in public expectations, ASWB must be intentional in identifying leaders who reflect a broad range of perspectives, experiences, and geographic regions. The Nominating Committee plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the organization by recruiting individuals who are not only qualified but also aligned with ASWB’s values of equity, accountability, and public protection. I believe we must continue building leadership pipelines that prioritize representation from historically underrepresented voices, including those from rural areas, BIPOC communities, and jurisdictions at different stages of regulatory maturity. My experience serving on state and national boards, including the REAL Committee and the Social Work Compact drafting team, has give