Reaction Paper On Social Work

Failure to report Ms. Robinson's actions concerning Alison to child protective services represents more than an ethical dilemma. If Ms. Robinson 's social worker does not report the information she has learned impending civil and criminal liabilities will be the result. Legal accountability could result in loss of license to practice and/or criminal charges (NASW Press, 2014). For example, if Ms. Robinson does something to harm baby Alison while under the influence of marijuana the social worker could be criminally charged in the matter for failing to report the abuse initially. The creation of mandated reporting laws supported by federal and state governments speaks to the level of importance society places on advocating for children who are victims of abuse/neglect.

In order to work effectively and appropriately with vulnerable and marginalised groups in society such as individuals with mental illnesses, it is fundamental for a social worker to have a comprehensive knowledge base and proficient skills.

As I observed the N.A. group, I compared Hepworth 's, Direct Social Work Practice, five stages of group development. The Preaffiliation stage involves observation and feeling out the environment of the group; members may be hesitant to speak or test out certain behaviors to see reactions from other members of the group or the facilitator (Hepworth, Rooney, Rooney, & Strom-Gottfried, 2017, 2013). Returning group members greeted each other with hugs, handshakes, pat on the back, while newcomers sat quietly observing others. The facilitator provided an introduction and instructions for participation. Each member was instructed to introduce the first name, state "I am an addict" and take turns reading from 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.

Carl Fleischer, a 17 year old high school student was sent to the Social Workers office to discuss surrounding issues that might be the cause of his failing grades. Carl was very candid in his conversation with the Social Worker and admits to being an under achiever. Carl is not performing well academically which is a concern. The school Social Worker wanted to learn about Carl and asked him open and closed ended questions about is daily life style. Carl was very talkative in the conversation about himself and became detached when asked to talk more about why he felt he dad was a scumbag.

Adrian, who is a 14-year-old Caucasian and African American of Hispanic descent, was referred from the social worker at his middle school due to behavioral and emotional issues. He demonstrates “excessive absences/truancy, refusal to participate in classroom activities and complete work, disrespect of authority figures, physical assaults on teachers and peers, and verbal assault his family members as well”. Adrian has a complicated family history. Adrian’s biological parents, Virgina and Gerald lived together for no more than 2 years, and they did not marry. Also, both sides have family histories about mental illness and substance abuse. Adrian was put in foster care from 5-8 year-old because of parental neglect, and he backed to his biological mother after 8 years old. His biological mother has two older children, and they have their own issues. His biological mother does not have job because of health issues, and his biological father does not give them child support except giving money to them to buy necessities occasionally. Adrian’s mother has a couple of relationships, and has children with different fathers. Adrian does not have safe and comfortable environment to live, and he does not have good

According to NASW standards, advanced clinical practice competency in depression care for social workers requires that clinicians demonstrate knowledge and skill in assessing and managing symptoms, communicating with patients and families, and providing evidence-based interventions (NASW Standards for Clinical Social Work in Social Work Practice, 2005; NASW Standards for Social Work Practice in Health Care Settings, 2005).

Social Work is an occupation that once was assumed in a negative view to the uneducated and misinformed, as being “baby snatchers,” yet over time; the role has established its status, displaying significance, and competence, by advocating for individuals, children, families, and groups. It is clear that this profession is highly qualified when addressing the needs of adults and children, and social problems that arise, by offering qualities that generate from a magnitude of Social Work values, principles, and standards.

Social work practice and advocacy has expanded from a community effort to an international undertaking. With a global perspective the need to make change happen is contingent on the work completed. Advocacy as a social work principle is intended to be action against a societal injustice and technology has provided the ability to do so. As a social work professional in child welfare there are many needs that have to be advocated for to including funding and reform of system misalignments in order to change towards a more empowering intervention. In circumstances such as this, technological advocacy can play a critical role in rectifying the social injustices. By understanding the evolution of social work advocacy, current practice, and prospective

Scenario Three: It’s coming up on the end of the year and Julie, the Gen Z officer you’re advising, is supposed to be planning a senior event celebrating the graduating seniors and connecting them with the local alumnae association. The alumnae association President calls you to express her concern that the chapter officer wants to completely change their typical event.

PER REPORTER: Kathy said one of her students by the name of (Shadavious) went to visit her father (David Lee) this weekend when she was told some disturbing information. According to Shandavious, there are four children living in the home with David Lee and one of them by the name of Staciera told her that David Lee makes her do things they should not be doing. Shandavious said Staciera told her David Lee threatened to taker her phone and tell her mother on her if she did not do what he told her to do. She also told her that at night David Lee comes and gets in the bed with her and makes her do unknown things to him. Shandavious said one of the other children (Kishona) living in the home told her that she sleeps on the top bump bed above Staciera,

Upon graduation from the University at Buffalo, there were several pictures painted in my mind about how hands on Social Work was carried out in the “real” world. Several family members warned me about high burnout and nearly discouraged the challenging journey I had worked so hard to begin. Fast forward several years and there has not been a more rewarding yet challenging experience in my life as waking up and going to work with those who sometimes are unable to help themselves or are in crisis. My experience in Social Work has been some of the most rewarding (and challenging) times in my life, and I wouldn’t change it for the world.

Sharon is a 29-year-old, White woman, of Irish and European descent. The client lives with her husband of 10 years and nine-year-old son. Sharon does not cite any issues in her marriage or with her son but says they are both “dull.” Today, Sharon abruptly quit her job of two months job, as a receptionist at a vet. She

My placement is at Gateway Youth in Elmont. Gateway is a prevention program specializing in working with youth between the ages of 5-17 who are in conflict with their family, in need of academic or emotional support, or who are involved in the juvenile court system. Services provided include case management, crisis intervention, and advocacy with the schools, court, and community. As a social work intern, I am placed at Gotham Ave Elementary School working with third graders. At this school, Gateway Youth provides an after-school program for students that need supervision with their homework and inclusion in activities before their parents can pick them up.

A helping profession is one that nurtures the growth of or addresses the problems of a person's physical, psychological, intellectual, emotional or spiritual well-being.