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Which one of the following best defines administration in the context of social work?
Which one of the following best defines administration in the context of social work?
- A dynamic process that focuses on planning and administration of goods and services
- A method of resource utilization in an organization
- A process of coordinating and cooperating with others to achieve common objectives in an organization (correct)
- A set of relationships between people working towards organizational growth
What is the main purpose of administration in social work?
What is the main purpose of administration in social work?
- To focus on policies and planning of goods and services
- To define and attain organizational objectives (correct)
- To improve resource utilization
- To coordinate and cooperate with others
Which of the following is NOT a resource that administration in social work harnesses and coordinates?
Which of the following is NOT a resource that administration in social work harnesses and coordinates?
- Funding
- Materials
- Technology (correct)
- People
What are the means to achieve organizational goals in social work administration?
What are the means to achieve organizational goals in social work administration?
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What does administration in social work focus on in relation to institutions and determinants?
What does administration in social work focus on in relation to institutions and determinants?
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Administration in Social Work
- Administration in social work refers to the process of planning, organizing, and supervising programs and services to achieve social work goals.
Purpose of Administration in Social Work
- The main purpose of administration in social work is to ensure the effective delivery of services to clients and communities.
Resources in Social Work Administration
- Administration in social work harnesses and coordinates various resources, including:
- Human resources (staff, volunteers, and clients)
- Financial resources (budgets, grants, and donations)
- Material resources (equipment, facilities, and technology)
- Information resources (data, research, and knowledge)
- NOT a resource that administration in social work harnesses and coordinates: Personal opinions
Means to Achieve Organizational Goals
- The means to achieve organizational goals in social work administration include:
- Planning and policy development
- Organizing and staffing
- Supervising and evaluating
- Coordinating and collaborating
Focus of Administration in Social Work
- Administration in social work focuses on institutions and determinants, including:
- Institutional policies and procedures
- Social and economic determinants of health and well-being
- Community and cultural factors that influence service delivery
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