Applying Theory to Practice in Social Work
(a) The social work task The referral is of Jameela, who is the service user, however it is impossible to ignore the needs of the whole family and of Farah, the carer. It would be necessary to work with all the adult family members and if there were any concerns regarding the children to refer them to the children's team. The family are opposed to Jameela being placed in a care home, which the GP suggested. The primary role of the social worker in this case in the elderly person's team would be that of a direct change agent to communicate and work with the service user and family as a mediator to help improve family relationships and to work along with them to promote change and find solutions to the current situation. Secondly, in the executive role as lead worker heading the multidisciplinary team, of other professionals, who the family will be referred to in order to assist with their needs. This role would be to co-ordinate the family's needs with the other agencies to plan actions and services together with the family. The social worker needs to establish an open, honest and trusting relationship with members of this family. The social worker needs awareness of cultural factors and possible communication barriers. Knowledge of assessments and our duties regarding community care assessments under section47, National Health Service and Community Care Act (1995);The
Examining a Social Work Theory and Its Application In Relation To Values and Practice.
EXAMINING A SOCIAL WORK THEORY AND ITS APPLICATION IN RELATION TO VALUES AND PRACTICE. Social work theories are drawn from sociological and psychological perspectives. My essay focuses on a psychological theory of behavioural approach, which developed through the works of Thorndike (trial and error learning), Pavlov (classical conditioning) and Skinner (operant conditioning) who all believed that the environment controlled behaviour. I will analyse its operations and assumptions and highlight a case study in which this approach could be applied in intervention. Then identify some possible dilemma and conflicts in relation to this case study and make an attempt to apply the learning theories of classical and operant conditioning. This will lead me onto critically appraising the strengths and limitations of behavioural theory and identifying the values that this theory assumes to promote. In conclusion I will highlight the benefits of this theory and the need to ensure that it is applied properly in partnership with the client. Behavioural theory is based on a "scientific method" (Banks, 2001. p. 73) and on what can be "observed, studied, measured and reliably changed" (Feltham, 1995; cited in Adams R, Dominelli L & Payne M, 2002. p.144). Its unconcerned with the internal processes of an individual rather, it aims to increase behaviours that have been agreed on by the
Integration of Practice and Theory in Social work.
Integration of Practice and Theory Assignment #3 SA 414 Rachel Fusco 5/8/03 By: Tracey B. Katz Introduction It is difficult for me to assess my developing understanding of practical approaches to social work practice with individuals, families, groups, and organizations. I find it difficult because I don't feel that many of the approaches that we are being taught in class are being utilized in practice. I noticed in my internship that clients are seen as patients and diagnosis, rather than consumers of a service. Their strengths are not emphasized enough, in fact most of the time we continue to look at our clients from the diagnostic point of vie. I see this as a major flaw in the system and I want to be a part of the system that changes this. I noticed how several of our clients' strengths were overlooked because they were just seen as routine "frequent flyers" of the hospital. Instead of being able to offer these patients the sufficient care for their illness they were punished and received "777" from CBH denying them service for care. Families were rarely involved in helping the clients we served and if the were they too were seen as detriments to the system. Family members weren't treated with enough respect from the doctors or the social work staff. They were expected to give up their time to care for ill patients; however we didn't do our job by
Social Work Methods. The essay will also depict the underlying theory that underpins taskcentred practice in relation to social work.
SO2009 Social Work Methods Student I.D. 0719720 The purpose for this assignment is to highlight the main features of one social worker method and attempt to compare against another social work method. Within this essay, I will include social work intervention prior to the introduction of task-centred practice. This will provide an insight in to why task-centred methods were introduced. I will also describe the strengths and weaknesses of task-centred practice. The essay will also depict the underlying theory that underpins task-centred practice in relation to social work. I will critically analyse the effectiveness of this approach. I will then compliment this approach with solution focused practice and provide an analysis of the similarities between them. Throughout this assignment I will incorporate anti-discriminative and anti-oppressive practice (ADP, AOP) not only within the model of task-centred but with an overall view to social work practice and how oppression can be addressed. I will strive to provide a brief policy context of AOP and ADP. I have decided to relate ‘Task centred practice’ to a case I was attached to whilst I was a social work assistant, working within Sandwell Looked after Children’s Team. To adhere with confidentiality all names have been changed in accordance to data protection. The local authority had obtained a ‘Interim Care Order’ in
Social Work Theory and Practice - Discuss Anti-Oppressive Theory and one other social work theory and evaluate how they would inform social work aimed at protecting vulnerable people.
Social Work Theory and Practice Discuss Anti-Oppressive Theory and one other social work theory and evaluate how they would inform social work aimed at protecting vulnerable people. Joint Programme - Diploma in Professional Studies in Nursing and Social Work Student number - 50991042 Tutor - Liz Shingler Word count - 2,979 The British Association of Social Workers (BASW) include in their definition of social work the promotion of "...social change...and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance well-being." People from all social groups can suffer abuse or oppression of some kind or other (though some people are at greater risk) and I feel that the above definition suggests that a role of social work is to help protect vulnerable people against abuse. In this essay I will explore anti-oppressive and task-centred theories and ways in which these can be employed to counter abuse and discrimination. I will illustrate this with an example from my practice and take a closer look at the term "abuse" and some of the things we mean by it. Following this I intend to examine the role of the social worker in protecting vulnerable individuals and groups against abuse and oppression. The terms "oppression" and "discrimination" are sometimes used interchangeably. However, Thompson (1997) defines discrimination as "...prejudicial behaviour acting against the interests
Demonstrate your skills of applying child development theory to practice, by reflecting on observations of children within your work setting.
FOUNDATION DEGREE EARLY YEARS CHILDHOOD STUDIES The Developing Child Student number: 0909725/1 Marking tutor: Marion Farnworth 2th May, 2010 Contents Front Cover 1 Assessment Criteria 3 General Assessment Guidelines Level HE4 4 Assignment 5 Introduction 5 Personal Development Plan 7 Knowledge and Understanding 8 Effective Practice 9 Relationships with Children 10 Communication and working in partnership with families and carers 11 Team work and collaboration 12 Professional development 13 Conclusion 14 Reference Page 15 Bibliography 16 Appendices 17 EYP Standards 17 Evidences 19 EYC 1001 The Developing Child Level 4 (20 credits) Demonstrate your skills of applying child development theory to practice, by reflecting on observations of children within your work setting. Assessment Criteria . Explore and provide informed descriptions and explanations of patterns of child development 2. Consider the role of play in a child's ongoing development 3. Explain the importance of parents and carers in a child's life and the importance of working in partnership 4. Use observed situations to provide a range of judgements on the effectiveness of learning activities in promoting a child's ongoing development 5. Relate your findings to child development theories Assignment Guidelines * Include an introduction, conclusion and reference page. * Your
Social work - Integrative Practice Study
SOCIAL WORK Integrative Practice Study FRIDAY 06/08/04 2nd YEAR REG NUMBER 200238521 WORD COUNT 5547 Introduction and Placement context My work placement was a statutory project situated within North Lanarkshire Council. North Lanarkshire council is one of the largest new unitary authorities in Scotland with a population of over 326,000, which 1.3% of the population are from a minority ethnic group, compared with 2% for Scotland as a whole. The area has a range of different communities ranging from small villages to towns, the council challenge to provide services, which are responsive to the needs of these different communities. (www.Northlan.gov) North Lanarkshire was traditionally part of the Scottish industrial heartland with a strong identity relating to their industrial history, but the decline of industries has resulted in a widespread of unemployment and the increase of problems associated with social exclusion, poverty and disadvantage, which I later found to be a common theme experienced by service users with whom I would work with. The social work department is one of the largest departments in the council employing just under 3,000 people in various areas. "There aim is to promote social inclusion and social welfare by tackling poverty and disadvantage. Through indicating a commitment to poverty and disadvantage, working in partnership with other
CRM - Does theory work in practice?
CRM- DOES THEORY WORK IN PRACTICE? There is great debate on the use of Customer Relationship Management in practice. There are two differing views and in this discussion document both points will be analysed with use of examples and the relevant theory emphasised by models and frameworks. "CRM is about having a good IT system, therefore, many firms believe they are carrying out CRM when in fact they are not" To answer the validity of this part, there needs to be investigation into the practical use of CRM. Black Horse financial services markets regulated products to the customers of Lloyds bank. Special sales force advise more than half a million customers each year through its high street branches generating more than £140million in premium income. Although there has been a huge increase in public awareness through media coverage for demand for life assurance and retirement provisions, research shows that the majority of the market prefer to interact face to face when taking out pensions. However to enable target markets to be selected and data regarding customers and their background would take days to be accessible. The slow IT system needed to be improved and be user friendly by the marketers of the firm. After careful selection the Viper software was chosen. After a year Black Horse was happy with the system and the ability to quickly interrogate a large amount of
Introduction to Social Work, Organisation and Practice.
Student No: 11011570/1 Course: BA (Hons) Social Work Studies Unit title: Introduction to Social Work Organisation and Practice Title: Assignment One Introduction to Social Work, Organisation and Practice. Evaluate the major features of the social work organisation and social work role of mental health, considering, social work role and tasks, range of services, values/attitudes and anti oppressive issues regarding the social work service within your chosen area. From a historical perspective Policy and legislation are the main factors that have determined the treatment of people with mental health problems throughout history. The poor Law act of 1834 and the lunacy legislations in the 1800's worked towards segregating people with mental health problems away from mainstream society, into environments such as asylums, workhouses and factories with very poor living and sanitary conditions. The fact these were profit making organisations meant that many people with clear difficulties were wrongly placed in these various settings without the proper support that people need. Vulnerable patients were simply exploited for financial gain. The 20th Century saw better understanding of the medicine of mental health, and since 1890 until 1983 when the Mental Health Act was introduced about 95% of hospital beds were in large institutions (Rogers 1996) with the figure in
Evaluate the Significance of Socilogy To Understand Social Work Practice.
EVALUATE THE SIGNIFICANCE OF SOCILOGY TO UNDERSTAND SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE. Sociology comes from the Latin word 'socius', which means people and the Greek word 'logos', that means study of. Macaronis and Plummer (cited in Cree 2001:1) describe sociology as "the systematic, sceptical study of human sociology." By studying sociology we can gain an insight into why people have social problems and make sense of them by not necessarily blaming the individual. We can achieve this by looking at the societies that people live in and the roles that they play in that community. I will briefly describe the three main sociological perspectives and some more recent contemporary ones. I will also evaluate the significance of sociology to social work practice, in particular to older people and discuss ageism as a social problem. Sociology covers many subjects such as religion, class, ethnicity, sex, race, education and crime to name but a few. Society is made up of social institutions such as the family, law and peer groups. These institutions are made up of different and diverse cultures that may share common values. Cultures are made up of values, norms, customs and each having their role and status in society. People are born into society and go through a process called socialisation. This is where cultures are taught and norms and values learned and become internalised, or taken for
