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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?
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 Definition
Administration Definition
Coordinating and cooperating with others to achieve common goals within an organization.
Main Purpose of Administration
Main Purpose of Administration
To define and achieve the organization's goals and mission effectively.
Resource NOT Coordinated
Resource NOT Coordinated
Administration in social work does not directly harness and coordinate technology, it focuses on human and financial resources.
Achieving Goals in Social Work
Achieving Goals in Social Work
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Administration Focus
Administration Focus
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Study Notes
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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