I Interviewed My Family Friend Sandi Mahoney

The case of Bea Rosen is being managed as a Traditional Long-Term Model. Bea has multiple causality that requires those problems and potential disorders to be addressed. Bea is suffering from bereavement from the loss of her husband, anxiety disorder, financial strain, transportation problems, and medical problems. According to Hoffman & St. Clair (2003) Bea’s financial problems stems from her current “income is just $516 per month” while her rent is $485. She also has medical concerns that hinders her ability to walk to the store, she requires transportation from her son and other services. Bea also disclosed that she has had anxiety episodes in the past and current episodes. Addition to the long-term model is the long-term needs Bea requires and the need for coordination between the services she receives. Bea’s current social worker provides the “ongoing monitoring with services and supports” including the action the social worker in “organizing services so that the varied types of needed help is provided” (Maguire, 2002, p. 97-98). This is evident by the social worker coordinating with the Jewish Family Services (JFS) for transportation, Bea’s medical doctor, including contacting the seniors’ support group “leader and spoke to her about my concerns for Bea” (p.

I conducted an in person interview at Deaconess Cross Pointe, 7200 East Indiana Street; Evansville, Indiana 47715. I interviewed Natalie Goffinett, who has achieved her Master’s Degree in Social Work, and counsel’s children and families at that facility. When setting the appointment to interview Ms. Goffinett, I offered her the option to conduct the interview either in person or over the telephone. Ms. Goffinett and I agreed that an in person interview would be best if I wanted to have the opportunity to tour the facilities, as well as develop a sense for inpatient and outpatient environments. Deaconess Cross Pointe is a

For Mrs. Hewes the Introduction to Social Work class we were asked to interview a licensed Social Worker and write an experience paper about the interview. Finding a social worker to interview wasn’t very hard for me because many of my mother’s friends got their masters in social work, but not many of them actually got their license except for one of them. The licensed social worker that I interviewed goes by the name of Tanya Hill. Tanya got her Masters of Social Work at Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida in 2000, as well as her license and she now resides in Panama City, Florida. Tanya is someone that I have known since I was a little girl and someone that I definitely aspire to be like once I graduate. My interview with Tanya was over the phone since I did not have time to drive back to Florida to do a face to face one, but while we were on the phone every answer she gave me to the questions I asked were quite interesting.

On September 21, 2015, I met with Ms. Katie, a student in the MSW program at NCSU, to conduct an interview. We met at Starbucks in Cary, in the crossroads shopping center. Ms. Katie’s responses helped me learn and think about social workers in the child welfare social field. As a prospective social worker, my questions were formed based thoughts that I was concerned about my responsibilities in the social work field..

For my interview project I interviewed a counselor named Cristina Kleinfelter who works at Pottsgrove Middle School with 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. Her and a colleague split 400 students in the school and meet with each one of their 200 assigned students when needed. She sees students when she goes to the classroom to teach social skills, and help with college. They both have a mixed population of students they work with whether it be students from broken homes, good homes, etc. She has her Master’s Degree in Counseling and is certified in school counseling, she has been in this field for 14 years so far. She works with the 8th graders the most, with their high school schedules, she explains to them how to pick classes and how to apply to

With a master 's level education in social work, I see myself envisioning clients’ health and well-being. As a student, I will study and practice techniques, beyond a generalist perspective, that will allow me to give clients hope and the ability to see something greater than what they are facing. Upon completion of a Master of Social Work direct practice degree and certificates in gerontology and mental health programs, I intend to become a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I will competently incorporate specialized skills in different professional settings while developing my knowledge of a wide range of social issues and professional standards. With commitment, I wish to develop skills that will enable me to create or find hidden resources and services for my future clients, create platforms through counselling for victims of trauma.

Mrs. Roche seemed to be the ideal Professional Counselor for me to interview because I have always thought if I were to go in to the helping field it would involve me becoming a Professional Counselor and running my own private practice. Mrs. Roche helped me to see the benefits of having your own private practice and also the nitty-gritty details that no one else wants to do or talks about. This interview also helped me learn that it’s okay to show your clients your reactions because it lets them know that you are human and that you are listening and understanding to their problem they have. She also helped me realized the importance of being there mentally and physically for your clients in session and out of session. This could mean squeezing them in at the end of the day or having a conference call or a Skype session, just as long as you are there when they need you the most. She also helped me understand that it is actually really rewarding when you do not really see a client anymore that has “graduated”. But when you occasionally seem them year-to-year, you know that they are okay and healthy and that you helped them to where they are

For this assignment, I decided to interview my aunt because she has been a social worker for about thirty years, and has a lot of experience. She attended Dominican college in Orangeburg, New York where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She then went to graduate school at Montclair State in New Jersey where she received her master’s in psychology. After this, she decided to go back to school for her MSW, which she received from SUNY Albany. Since she graduated, the only profession she has worked in is social work, and she is now a licensed clinical social worker. She loves what she does and is glad that she made the decision to become a social worker.

Today, MSC visited Maria at her residence for a face to face visit. When MSC walked in Maria was having a snack at the table. Maria waved and greeted her staff. MSC said, Hello, How are you?" She stated that she needs to talk to MSC in private after she finishes her food. MSC spoke wither Medical Direct Care Counselor Marie Rose. She stated that Maria has been doing good. He is cooperative at times, but requires redirection. Maria stated that she is medically stable and her behavior has improved over the past few months. She is communicates her wants and needs effectively. Maris continues to go to all of her medical appointments and enjoys attending program. Maria goes on all community inclusions and makes suggestions on places she would like to go. She struggles with balancing money, staff continues to assist her in budgeting.

When it came to the interview, I decided to ask Sophia questions about what it was like to be in social work practice. Some of the questions I posed were: What are the challenges and rewards of social work, what do you feel to be major successes in your fieldwork and how did you achieve these, what would you define as the primary purpose of social work practice, do you have a most memorable case you have worked on, what would you change about the system and why, and is there any advice you have for someone just starting out in a social work career?

Client has no present situation with her occupation. She seem to be doing great at work but her stress level is currently high. Client feels satisfied with her job/career. Client has no learning disabilities or limitations to her capabilities. Kris is extremely intelligent with handling finances and investments. Client has a healthy relationship with her peers and employees. They are all supportive and respectful of each other's work and differences.

The past couple semesters we have focused on theories, techniques, role-plays, etc. However, I think learning more about the human services profession as a whole is extremely beneficial. For this assignment, I conducted an interview with a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) named Joshua Feinberg at Chestnut Ridge Hospital. Joshua has been working as a social worker for four years. He enjoys the counseling aspect more than anything as being a social worker. At Chestnut Ridge Hospital, LICSW are technically called a “Clinical Therapist”. They are called clinical therapists because they mostly do counseling at this facility. During the course of the interview, the questions focused on the professional roles, positives, negatives,

Interview paper with a Counselor (Rebecca Alexander), and a Social Worker (Mina McVeigh). This interview is for Mrs. Scott’s online class.

Social service agencies have played in intricate role in our society for many years. They are rooted in the values of charity work, preventing poverty, inequality, and injustice. Social service agencies aim is to maintain the national declaration on Human Rights by having different agencies in the community that is tailored for the specific needs and skills for society. Though, they are many the agency in which I found to be empowering, and supportive that places clients at the center is HASC Center, located at 5601 1st avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11220. This agency provides a place for a person who is living with mental and behavioral challenges at this place they will be able to express themselves using verbal and non-verbal clues. This agency

When working with Florence, I will use a strengths approach, which will focus on Florence’s strengths. I need to have the belief that everyone has strengths. I will need to find strengths in Florence and help her discover those strengths, so she can find more effective ways of parenting and be able to regain custody of her daughter. I will have the belief that everyone has worth, no matter what they have done. I also need to believe that people have the capacity to change. I will focus on Florence’s abilities and assets, not her problems. It is important that social workers do not judge their clients, no matter what they do, or have done. It will be important that I not judge Florence for abusing her daughter. I will be an enabler, and supportive, and not tell Florence what she should do. She said that the police were very kind to her the night that Dave died, and it sounded like she appreciated their kindness. I will need to show her kindness and respect as well. That will help foster a trusting relationship between us. I will need to be her advocate as I work with other agencies, especially when working with the child welfare agency to do all I can to help her regain custody of Crystal. I will need to start where Florence is, recognizing that she is the expert of her life. I need to listen carefully during our first interview, and allow Florence to tell me as much about herself as possible, so I can get the best overall picture of her.