Social Work Practice Fundamentals

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What is a primary concern of social work?

Participating in legislative processes

Helping individuals, groups, or communities (correct)

Helping organizations

Improving social and health services

What is a key aspect of social work values and principles?

Establishing a solid foundation of values and principles (correct)

Guiding clients to available resources

Participating in community development

Providing counseling services to clients

What is a key role of social workers in promoting social change?

Developing community programs

Providing counseling services to clients

Participating in legislative processes (correct)

Linking clients to available resources

What is an important skill for social workers to possess?

Having a firm basis of techniques and skills Signup and view all the answers

What do social workers do when the right resources are not available for their clients?

Advocate for service development on their clients' behalf Signup and view all the answers

What is one way social workers help clients get the services they need?

By linking them to available resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the underlying assumption of the developmental perspective?

That people require help and resources to function effectively in today's complex world. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the developmental perspective?

Identifying interventions that have a positive impact on economic development. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of government in the conservative ideology?

To provide minimal interference in people's lives. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an institutional form of social welfare?

Public education and NHIS. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of social welfare programs in the developmental perspective?

To enhance economic development and improve people's lives. Signup and view all the answers

What is the underlying principle of the humane and supportive approach to social welfare?

That people have a right to receive benefits and services in an ongoing basis. Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of Ghana's LEAP program?

The amount of transfers is insufficient to help people break out of poverty Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason social workers provide advocacy services to clients in poverty?

Because they are unable to speak up for themselves to obtain needed resources Signup and view all the answers

What is one way social workers help people in poverty at the micro level of daily practice?

By working creatively and innovatively to help people change their behavior and environment Signup and view all the answers

What is a role that has gained increased attention in the fight against poverty?

Community development Signup and view all the answers

What is one challenge facing Ghana's National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS)?

Enrollment remains low Signup and view all the answers

What is one way that social workers can help people in poverty, according to the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW)?

By working with them to understand their situation and change their behavior and environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of the Conflict Theory on poverty?

Poverty is a consequence of the exploitation of the proletariat by the bourgeoisie Signup and view all the answers

According to the Symbolic Interactionist Theory, what is the source of norms, values, and beliefs?

Social interaction and upbringing Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the Conflict Theory on poverty?

How laws and policies benefit the wealthy and contribute to poverty Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the proletariat's dependence on the capitalistic system?

They are exploited by the wealthy and believe poverty is a personal failure Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the Symbolic Interactionist Theory and the Conflict Theory on poverty?

The Conflict Theory focuses on the causes of poverty, while the Symbolic Interactionist Theory focuses on the effects of poverty Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for the persistence of poverty according to the Symbolic Interactionist Theory?

The ways of life become part of the culture of the group Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of community development?

Fostering economic opportunities for area residents Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of community practice in social work?

Helping people discover their own resources and abilities Signup and view all the answers

What is a complex factor that contributes to poverty?

Interactions between personal characteristics and community resources Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for social workers to integrate theory about professional values?

To respect people's choices and decisions Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a situation where social workers may need to make tough judgments about risk to individuals?

Domestic violence Signup and view all the answers

What is a key role of social workers in the fight against poverty?

Protecting victims of poverty from themselves or others Signup and view all the answers

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Test your understanding of the core principles of social work practice, including helping individuals and communities, providing counseling, and collaborating with organizations to improve social and health services. Assess your knowledge of social work's key themes and its applications in various settings.