In which of the following roles does a social worker provide leadership for collecting information, for arguing the correctness of clients' need and request, and for challenging th... In which of the following roles does a social worker provide leadership for collecting information, for arguing the correctness of clients' need and request, and for challenging the institution's decision not to provide services?
Understand the Problem
The question asks which social work role involves gathering information, advocating for clients' needs, and challenging institutional decisions that deny service. It presents four options: Broker, Solicitor, Advocate, and Mediator. The solution requires understanding the primary responsibilities associated with each of these roles in social work.
Answer
The social worker is an advocate.
The social worker takes on the role of an advocate. In this role, they provide leadership in gathering information, defending the validity of the client's needs and requests, and challenging the institution's denial of services.
Answer for screen readers
The social worker takes on the role of an advocate. In this role, they provide leadership in gathering information, defending the validity of the client's needs and requests, and challenging the institution's denial of services.
More Information
Social workers can take on many different roles including counselor, educator, and broker.
Tips
It is important to consider all aspects of the role described in the question to make the best selection. For example, if the question only mentioned arguing for the correctness of the client's need, several roles may fit.
Sources
- Role of Social Worker: Various Roles and Examples - socialworkmethods.com
- 1603651878-social-worker-roles-approaches.docx - SU LMS - lms.su.edu.pk
- CH 3 Generalist Social Work Practice - Warning: TT - Studocu - studocu.com
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