chapter 2 : social work and other helping professions

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Chapter 2:

Social Work and

Other Helping Professions

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Social Work: A Competency-Oriented Education

Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

- Defines Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAs)

- Developed 10 “Core Competencies” and 41 Related “Practice Behaviors”

Every student should master the Practice Behaviors and Core Competencies before completing the program

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Resources Aligned to EPAS 2008

The Textbook –

- “Helping Hands” icons call attention to content that relates to Practice Behaviors and Competencies

- “Competency Notes” at the end of the chapter help put the Practice Behaviors and Competencies in practical context

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Resources Aligned to EPAS 2008 (cont’d)

The Practice Behaviors Workbook developed

with the text provides assignable exercises that assist in mastering the Practice Behavior and Competencies

Additional on-line resources can be found at: www.cengage.com/socialwork

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Chapter 2: Social Work and Other Helping Professions

Why do people have problems?

• Genetics and heredity – psychobiology• Socialization• Cultural differences• Environmental factors• Opportunity structure (the accessibility of

opportunities in one’s environment

EP 2.1.3a

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What is social work?

The primary mission of social work is to enhance

human well-being and help meet the basic needs of

all people, with particular attention to the needs and

empowerment of people who are vulnerable,

oppressed, and living in poverty (NASW Code of

Ethics).

EP 2.1.1a, 2.1.1c

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The early years of social work

• Thomas Chalmers in Scotland – personalized involvement with the poor

• Charity Organization Society (COS) -“scientific philanthropy” and “friendly visiting,” individual assessment, coordinated service plan, follow up

• Mary Richmond – COS leader, Social Diagnosis, social casework

EP 2.1.1a, 2.1.1c

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The early years of social work

• Settlement house movement • Jane Addams, founder of Hull House• First schools of social work (early-1900s) • Emphasis on casework; group work (late-1920s)

community organization (late-1930s)• National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

established in 1955

EP 2.1.1a, 2.1.1.c

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Underpinnings of the profession

• Values and ethics (NASW Code of Ethics)• Liberal arts foundation • Knowledge about human behavior, policy,

research, practice, social and economic justice, cultural diversity, populations at risk

• Practice skills and process of planned change• Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) guides

curriculum

EP 2.1.1a, 2.1.1.c

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Purposes of the social work profession

• Enhance human well-being and alleviate social injustice

• Enhance social functioning and interactions of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities

• Formulate and implement social policies, services, and programs that meet basic human needs and develop human capacities

EP 2.1.3a

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Purposes of the social work profession (cont’d)

• Advocate for policies, services, and resources that promote social and economic justice

• Develop and use research, knowledge, and skills that advance social work practice

• Develop and apply practice in the context of diverse cultures (Council on Social Work Education, 2006)

EP 2.1.3a

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Social work methods

• With individuals and families (casework)• With groups (group work)• Community organization• Research• Administration and planning

EP 2.1.1a, 2.1.1c, 2.1.8a

Professional issues in social work

• Types of social agencies that serve clients• Education and levels of social work practice:

- BSW – entry level, generalist practice- MSW – advanced practice - PhD and DSW – advanced practice, research,and teaching

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EP 2.1.1a, 2.1.1c, 2.1.8a

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Social work careers

• One of fastest-growing professions• Growth areas include health care and aging• Fields of practice include child welfare, health,

corrections, substance abuse, developmental disabilities, family counseling, and public assistance programs in private and public agencies and settings

• Private Practice

EP 2.1.1c

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Collaboration with other professionals

• Psychiatrists and psychologists• Pastoral counselors • Employment counselors • Sociologists• School and rehabilitation counselors• Attorneys• Nurses

EP 2.1.8b

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Need for Professional Diversity

• Clients need attention of practitioners from a variety of areas

• Specialization important given diverse needs of clients

• Cooperation and respect among professionals are critical

EP 2.1.8b

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BSW Social Workers

• Advocates• Brokers• Case managers• Counselors• Enablers• Evaluators• Problem solvers

EP 2.1.8b

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