Chap. 2 - FSW PDF

SETTINGS/FIELDS OF SOCIAL WORK - this is also called as “micro social work a. Social Research - Produces knowledge for PRACTICE practice”. social work use, application and practice....

SETTINGS/FIELDS OF SOCIAL WORK - this is also called as “micro social work a. Social Research - Produces knowledge for PRACTICE practice”. social work use, application and practice. - It uses direct practice methods like CASE b. Social Welfare Administration- It refers to Locus- refers to a place or localit - a center of WORK, GROUP WORK and COMMUNITY the process by which the objectives of social source as of activities and power. ORGANIZING. agency or organization are achieve through the efficient utilization for personnel, a. Casework- It is an individualized form of money,material, machine, methods, time and Locus of Control helping people to cope with personal space. problems essentially on a one-to-one basis. - Refers to a person's perception of c. Social Action- refers to organize and legally control or responsibility for his own life and b. Groupwork- It is a method through which permitted activities designed to mobilize action. People who view the world as the individual and group are helped by social public opinion, legislation and public primary contributor to their life situations and worker through the group works activities and administration in favor of objectives believed believe forces outside of themselves are programs. to be socially desirable. responsible for their misfortunes or subscribe c. Community Organization - It refers to the PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SETTINGS to be an "exterior lucos of control". Those who involvement of local citizens, including the view their life and destiny as a result of their client themselves, in tge promotion of Primary Settings – refers to those social own doing subscribe to an "interior lucos of community welfare. agencies whose programs and services are control". the direct purview or scope of social work. Lucos Practice e.g. DSWD, CARITAS, HOSPICIO DE SAN 2. Secondary or Indirect Practice JOSE -Lower developmental levels in middle-class tend to have an external lucos of control -Working with agencies, organizations Secondary Settings – refers to those agencies, ("They are responsible for my problem") and communities and large group of people. institutions and organizations whose primary versus and internal lucos( I am responsible for -Also known as “macro social work function is to provide services other than my behavior"). practice” social welfare but which employ social Primary and Secondary Settings workers to support, strengthen, or -It uses methods like SOCIAL RESEARCH, complement their own services such as 1. Primary or Direct Practice SOCIAL WELFARE ADMINISTRATION, SOCIAL hospitals, schools, housing agencies and even - Social Workers engaged in direct work with ACTION. RTC which include their jurisdiction family, individuals and groups children and youth affair.  System level/Size: MICRO or CLINICAL, achieve their full potential. navigation to help those navigating the often- MEZZO AND MACRO complex and challenging legal process. MICRO LEVEL HOSPITAL SOCIAL WORKER WELFARE INSTITUTIONS SOCIAL WORKER - represents individual needs and involves also known as medical social workers, are are licensed professionals who work direct interaction with clients. licensed professionals who provide non- within organizations that provide social medical support to patients and their families services and support to individuals and - Explore aspects related to biology, within healthcare settings like hospitals and families facing various challenges, such as psychological needs, social and interpersonal clinics. They play a crucial role in addressing poverty, unemployment, homelessness, and relationships and spiritual beliefs. the social, emotional, and practical challenges other forms of hardship. They are often MACRO LEVEL that arise during illness, hospitalization, and employed by government agencies, non-profit recovery. Their work goes beyond medical organizations, and community-based - Represents connection or interaction with care, focusing on the individual and their programs that aim to improve the well-being small groups such as family, schools, churches, of vulnerable populations. unique circumstances. peers/co-workers, neighborhood and community organization. CHILD AND FAMILY SOCIAL WORKER CHURCH SOCIAL WORKER MACRO LEVEL focus on helping children, parents and are licensed professionals who combine families cope with challenging circumstances - Represents connection to systemic their social work expertise with their faith to like adoption, child neglect, abuse and issues within large system such as laws, policies, serve individuals and communities within a domestic violence. Social workers connect healthcare system and international. religious context. They work in various church their clients with essential resources and CONTEXT settings, including congregations, services and monitor the well-being of children denominations, and faith-based organizations, and their families. SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER to address social and spiritual needs. COMMUNITY SOCIAL WORKER is a licensed professional who works within COURT SOCIAL WORKER a school setting to support the social, promote and advance the welfare of emotional, and academic well-being of are licensed professionals who work within communities at large. Their work involves students, families, and the school community the legal system to advocate for the well-being community development and organizing, as a whole. They are trained to address a wide of individuals and families involved in court advocacy, outreach, economic development, range of challenges that students may face, proceedings. They bring their expertise in human services management and sometimes helping them navigate difficult situations and human behavior, social systems, and resource policy analysis. INDUSTRIAL SOCIAL WORKER Can be broadly defined as a specialized field of social work practice, which addresses the human and social needs of the work community through a variety of interventions, which aim to foster optimal adaptation between individual and their environments.(NASW 1987) GERONTOLOGICAL SOCIAL WORKER help elderly individuals maintain a good quality of life. These professionals assess clients to determine their mental, emotional and social needs, connect them with resources, and coordinate care. CORRECTIONAL SOCIAL WORKER are mental health professionals who work within the criminal justice system to improve the well-being of individuals and help them successfully reintegrate into society upon release. INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL WORKER Help eliminate barriers to development for populations experiencing disadvantages. They work to protect human rights and ease economic stress for vulnerable communities. They help ensure basic needs are met and assist in liberating oppressed people.