Contexts That Shape Social Work Practice

The practice of social work has evolved from three major movements, The Charity Organizations, Settlement Houses, and Child Saving Movements. “Charity organization societies were developed by philanthropists to regulate the use of charitable agencies by the poor” (pg. 52). This society was organized to assist the needy, but also to ensure that they only received help from one charity. There is a stigma that people should not be helped too much or they will become reliant on the assistance of the government. Our role as a social worker is to make sure that people are getting as much assistance as they need. Some people have no choice and do have to rely on

In this paper, the role of a social worker will be addressed. A Human Service professional has, in its hands, the responsibilities in the life of the clients and families they meet. The tremendous and arduous responsibilities they take on include, but are not limited to, the well-being and care of people and their communities. Such roles can be helping others manage the care of a family member, assisting individuals experiencing problems with family relations and conflicts, dealing with changes that come with growing old, aiding those suffering mental illness and or those individuals struggling with addictions. Briefly

I will then list areas I have identified as my own personal weak points for further development.

This essay will identify a case I have been involved in and have continuously had to assess whilst on placement. It will refer to a child who will be identified as A. A is a young carer and has only recently returned home after being removed from his mothers care due to her having a substance abuse problem and mental health concerns. I will link the legal framework that was relevant to this case study and describe actions taken. Additionally these actions will demonstrate the application of social work methods and theories that were contributive elements in his intervention, offering explanations as to why these particular methods were used. Before closing, the essay will review any issues of discrimination with a reflection of the

For this paper, I have decided to research two social work theories and how those theories apply to residents in long term care facilities. The primary focus will be those residents who are alert, oriented, and showing minimal symptoms of dementia.

As a young female, born in Jamaica, W.I with dark skin, transitioning to America was a challenge, especially because I spoke a broken form of English known as Patois. I am also an able bodied, working class, heterosexual woman who is a Christian from the Church of God 7th Day sect. These factors which are critical to my identity, plays an important role on how am I perceived in society on a personal, cultural and structural level. The characteristics described above can also have an effect on my position within the society, which can lead to either an abundance or a lack of access to resources. They have affected my access to resources within society on a personal, cultural and cultural level.

At the beginning of the session, the social worker went over the terms of a contract. The social worker explained the purpose of a contract is when an agreement is eventually put into writing, then the statement is more likely to be a term of the contract. Social worker continued to explain a contract means that each of the parties is obligated, or required to perform a duty under the contract. Social worker continued to explain the contract that will be presented today will contain five goals and five treatment objectives. Social worker stated the contract will also include the worker name, family name, date of initial intake, date of treatment plan, day/time of sessions, anticipated number of sessions and method of payment. Social worker

In locating a social service agency, a collaborative focus on counseling directed our attention to the Agape Counseling and Training Service. This agency related to the interest of the group, and can be located at 500 Thurmond Mall, Suite 211, Columbia, SC. Agape is also reachable on their website at, http://agapects.com. The agency is directed by Sheryl Mims Williams, LPC. Agape focuses on the ora of the client(s) with the desire to help individuals gain an understanding of all aspects of their lives. In relation to our beliefs as upcoming social workers, Agape believes that, “Problems can and do affect physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well being (AGAPE Counseling and Training Services, Inc. (n.d.).”

To begin with, the macro-level of social work practice is a professional intervention that is intended to lead to change in the organizational, community and policy areas. Macro practice comprises of many skilled professionals and disciplines that operate within the NASAW’s code of ethical boundaries. Thus, this type of intervention is mostly determined by needs and problems that are identified while working with those who are receiving services. In fact, since social workers are centered largely on concerns in the community, the macro-level practice will help me as a rising practitioner to understand how the actions of a group of people can positively or negatively affect the health of the community together with its members (Homan, pg.33).

Diversity and Difference in the Social Work Practice No two people are exactly alike. In the workplace, we will see social workers, other professionals, and clients from diverse backgrounds. The environments in which we were raised as well as the experiences we have had not only shape our behaviors, but our life experiences as well.

I would ask questions about the social part of the job. I wouldn’t say that socializing is a strength of mine, but i still do better than most people. The reason is because when working in groups, I tend to have trouble unless I’m the leader. I'm not a control freak or anything. If anything, people usually say I’m a good leader.Most of the time, when I depend on other people, things never go my way. So now, when I work in a group, most of the time I'm either alone or I put together my own group. I would ask what kinds of skills are needed while I'm working at that location.

The social worker feels that in transformational social work practice in the implications might come in when the client or family begin to stop accepting service. Furthermore, the greatest implication will be when the social worker will begin to venture into sectors he has not explore before, that being having one parent since the social worker grew up in a two parent household. Moreover, the social worker will need to understand the outcomes from the client’s perspective and not from the outlook of gathering information from readings which at times do not correlate with the lives of

The literature review a continuation explores the relationship between religiosity and its effectiveness in the social work practice, what entitles effective social work practice, and the effects of religiosity on professional practices.

Loving people, in my opinion, is at the core of social work. When you love someone, you want them to have only what is right, true, beneficial, safe, respectable, and good. Love is not about taking but giving—the giving of your time, attention, skills, talents, forgiveness, amongst other things. That is what social workers aim to do; they give of themselves for the benefit of another. Ephesians 4:2 says, “Conduct yourselves with all humility, gentleness, and patience. Accept each other with love.” The Bible also states in 1 Peter 4:8, “Above all, show sincere love to each other, because love brings about the forgiveness of many sins.” In my core, I consider social work to be about showing love to others in the hopes that they will be able to overcome their adverse experiences, to forgive and not be defined by their past.

My vision of the social work field is being able to help people in need and being the person that people can look back on and remember as a huge help in time of need. I think my core values and beliefs will help me be an effective social worker and help me succeed in this field. It is in my belief that a person should never be knocked down when they are going through hardships, and rather empowering them. I also believe that not everyone could be a social worker because it takes a certain kind of empathetic and self-aware person. I truly believe that my upbringing has humbled me to understand and not be judgmental of people’s issues since I’ve seen a lot in my short twenty-one years.