Master of Social Work

communities have not changed in the last couple weeks. The concepts addressed in this class are things I learned in undergrad, but with better textbooks to be honest. I have a BA in sociology and took several classes in majority-minority perspectives, social injustice and inequality so I already knew and understood the topics discussed in this class really well. My undergraduate sociology classes were much more diverse than my classes at Loyola because the school as a whole was very diverse. …

Those same ineffective communication patterns exist between Steve and Doug. Since Doug tends to side with Trudi, he has said that he “feels obligated to protect her from the emotional abuse.” Steve and Trudi do not work out their issues directly with each other and tend to communicate through Melissa. Over time as the unresolved feelings keep grow the distance between the father and son also increases. Proximity and in terms of closeness, this family is distant…

Relationships Social work is a profession of justice and compassion where the development of dual or multiple relationships are established. Dual relationships are both influenced by the social worker and the client because of the different types of roles that can occur from business partner to sexual partner. Social workers should caution on developing a dual relationship with their clients because of the boundaries that can be crossed or violated. Boundary violations occur when social workers…

In this course, we discussed the importance of social work practice with families. This practiced is favored by many social workers because it builds a support system for the clients and helps them overcome their difficult times (Birkenmaier, Berg-Weger, & Dewees, 2011). Similarly, in chapter seven of The Working Poor Shipler stresses…

discussed and practiced various techniques that can be used when working with clients. This semester at Loyola has enhanced my understanding of what it truly means to be a social worker, from the classroom perspective. In my field placement, I do not believe it is directly related to social work, but I was able to use a social worker perspective when interacting with the children in the program. This course was the only course that provided me with hands-on experience of engaging with different…

It talks about HIPPA came about and how it follows the social work code of ethics profession. The article is directed towards LCSW and informs them about what is considered part of the medical records. The article covers all basis in regards to electronic communication such as email, texting, videoconferencing, and social media. One surprising element was that the Groshong and Phillips, 2015, stated is that “the majority of states currently…

I. Evaluation and Its Importance The evaluation stage has purpose and importance. The evaluation process is important because it allows the worker and client to reflect on the work that has been done and see how the client has achieved his/her goals; additionally, it allows the client to determine how effective the intervention practice really was (Birkenmaier, Berg-Weger & Dewees, 2014). As for working with different clients, individuals, families, groups, and communities, the process will be…

did not trust my class background. In my mind, I had learned about these conflicts in social work sessions, which is always intended to bring about “the empowerment of people who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty” (Reamer p.19). Of course, I felt that the client was too biased in their view of my appearance, which allowed me to utilize the NASW as a way to provide the most un-biased form of social work for this particular individual. In the NASW Code of Ethics, the rules on…

paramount concern to social workers, not only because social workers are involved with the diagnoses and treatment of individuals, but also because social workers are governed by a set of 4The Power of Oppression ethical guidelines that draw attention to transgender oppression.” (Markman. 2009). Throughout the medical field, Social Workers support individuals who have been officially diagnosed with GID. This position enables patients with a support system, while social workers use their…

Canadian Social Work Understandings Understanding on the Comparisons Perusing the various Canadian literature and comparing them to my past experiences in child protection enlightened me to the differences in practices between the First world and the third world as created and influenced by Western concepts and practices. First, social workers are bestowed with high power that it must be used with caution. The use of power by the social worker contributes and influences how the interaction…