Social Work: Definition and Scope
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What is the primary goal of social work?

  • To enforce laws
  • To improve social functioning (correct)
  • To offer medical care
  • To provide financial assistance

Social work involves specialized practices aimed at improving social fuctioning for individuals, communities, and families.

True (A)

What type of body can social work be considered as?

Statutory

Social work is a __________ field.

<p>specialized</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which populations does social work aim to improve the social functioning of?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a welfare agency's main function?

<p>Providing services to clients facing various challenges (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Social workers rarely practice in welfare agencies.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one type of social welfare provided by welfare agencies.

<p>Rehabilitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

A welfare agency is the primary _____ where many social workers practice.

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Match the type of social welfare with its description:

<p>Rehabilitation = Restoring individuals to a previous state of health or function Prevention = Taking measures to stop something from happening Developmental = Supporting growth and improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Statutory body

An organization established by law to carry out specific functions or regulate a profession.

Specialised field of Social Work

A focused area within social work dedicated to enhancing social functioning of individuals and communities.

Social functioning

The ability of individuals and groups to perform roles and meet basic needs in society.

Communities in Social Work

Groups of people who share common interests and goals, served by social work professionals.

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Individuals and Families in Social Work

Primary clients in social work, focusing on improving their well-being and relationships.

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Welfare Agency

The primary setting for social workers to provide services to clients.

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Social Workers

Professionals who assist clients facing various challenges.

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Rehabilitation

Process aimed at helping clients recover and regain skills.

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Prevention in Social Welfare

Strategies to stop issues before they arise for clients.

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Developmental Social Welfare

Focus on helping clients achieve sustainable development.

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Study Notes

Characteristics Of Social Work Profession

  • Social work is a specialized field
  • Its goal is to improve the social functioning of individuals, communities, and families.
  • It is a statutory body.

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Explore the core objectives and practices within social work. Understand its role in enhancing social functioning across individuals, families, and communities. Learn about the functions of welfare agencies and the various types of social welfare they provide.

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