Recently, students assigned to SWRK 630 were given the task to select a current piece of proposed KY legislation that is of interest to the field of study and the social work profession. Students were also told to use the information from Schneider and Jansson’s books, choose pertinent information from reliable sources and develop a fact sheet on the positive effects of this proposed legislation on rural Kentuckians. Subsequently, this assignment revealed the effects of the legislation process on rural Kentuckians. Throughout the practicum, students are repeatedly reminded about the significance of policy and how it relates to social services and the population it serves.
Policy Practice aids practicum students/social workers with practice that involves the formulation, adoption, implementation and evaluation of all types of social service and social welfare policies. The University of Connecticut website states, “Typical Policy Practice activities include defining social problems, assessing needs, developing and implementing programs and forecasting future problems, needs, policies and programs. Policy Practice involves designing, implementing and evaluating programs involving a range of clients and citizens, with special emphasis on oppressed individuals and groups” (2016). The website also suggest, “A critical element of Policy Practice is the ability to leverage the sources, allocation and mechanisms of transfer of resources and money for social service programs. Grant writing is a special skill needed by Policy Practitioners” (2016). The assignment proves relevant since the practicum site Department of Community Based Services (DCBS) provide service for a diverse population that relies on the legislations implemented by those selected to represent rural Kentuckians. Engaging in policy and being knowledgeable about the legislation process expands the students’ awareness and the value of this competency and exactly how it relates to social work. Rural Kentucky communities are composed of various ethnicities and religious affiliation which have led to the need to incorporate cultural competency/diversity in the state legislation, federal statutes and programs, private sector organization and academic settings. Therefore, it is in the best interest of the agency, client, and social worker that learning about …show more content…
These strengths/skills includes, being punctual, actively listening, emotional intelligence, flawless organization skill, critical thinking, tolerance, setting boundaries, and the ability to empathize with others. The challenges faced at the practicum site is derived from being absent for a long period. Gaining a master’s degree in social work is just the start in forging your career as a social worker. A master’s degree proves you've met the educational requirements. However, the needed skills, knowledge, and training requirements are gained through internship such as the practicum assignment at DCBS.
Prior to maternity leave the assignment at DCBS led to being a member of the on-going team two. Team two conducts ongoing investigation, home visits, help the client develop treatment plans, facilitate supervised visits between parents/child, visits clients currently detained, file court petitions for Terminate Parental Rights (TPR), link clients to community resources, submit client referrals, and requesting a random drug screen from the clients. Being a part of these scenarios provided the needed experience that will develop new skillsets while improving the old ones as the goal to be an effective social worker is established.
During the practicum, positive feedbacks that were task specific was given by the task supervisor and SSC with regards to the supervised visits I’ve conducted and the typing of contact
Policy Practice aids practicum students/social workers with practice that involves the formulation, adoption, implementation and evaluation of all types of social service and social welfare policies. The University of Connecticut website states, “Typical Policy Practice activities include defining social problems, assessing needs, developing and implementing programs and forecasting future problems, needs, policies and programs. Policy Practice involves designing, implementing and evaluating programs involving a range of clients and citizens, with special emphasis on oppressed individuals and groups” (2016). The website also suggest, “A critical element of Policy Practice is the ability to leverage the sources, allocation and mechanisms of transfer of resources and money for social service programs. Grant writing is a special skill needed by Policy Practitioners” (2016). The assignment proves relevant since the practicum site Department of Community Based Services (DCBS) provide service for a diverse population that relies on the legislations implemented by those selected to represent rural Kentuckians. Engaging in policy and being knowledgeable about the legislation process expands the students’ awareness and the value of this competency and exactly how it relates to social work. Rural Kentucky communities are composed of various ethnicities and religious affiliation which have led to the need to incorporate cultural competency/diversity in the state legislation, federal statutes and programs, private sector organization and academic settings. Therefore, it is in the best interest of the agency, client, and social worker that learning about …show more content…
These strengths/skills includes, being punctual, actively listening, emotional intelligence, flawless organization skill, critical thinking, tolerance, setting boundaries, and the ability to empathize with others. The challenges faced at the practicum site is derived from being absent for a long period. Gaining a master’s degree in social work is just the start in forging your career as a social worker. A master’s degree proves you've met the educational requirements. However, the needed skills, knowledge, and training requirements are gained through internship such as the practicum assignment at DCBS.
Prior to maternity leave the assignment at DCBS led to being a member of the on-going team two. Team two conducts ongoing investigation, home visits, help the client develop treatment plans, facilitate supervised visits between parents/child, visits clients currently detained, file court petitions for Terminate Parental Rights (TPR), link clients to community resources, submit client referrals, and requesting a random drug screen from the clients. Being a part of these scenarios provided the needed experience that will develop new skillsets while improving the old ones as the goal to be an effective social worker is established.
During the practicum, positive feedbacks that were task specific was given by the task supervisor and SSC with regards to the supervised visits I’ve conducted and the typing of contact