The Work

Introduction Entering into the field of social work entails in-depth education and preparation. As one journeys through the education process of courses for social work, there are a number of different types of assignments. The role-play assignment, in which students assume the role of a social worker, is an important and revealing step in the learning process. This paper will discuss the results of a role-play scenario in which the engagement step is utilized in the client-social worker session…

Framework of my Social Work Experience My social work experience so far has been filled with ups and downs. I have learned a lot in this experience, and I am glad for that. Going into my practicum, I was not sure what I would be able to do while not having a license. I have also learned many things about me, and my strengths and challenges, and there were times when my experiences might have challenged both. I have also felt a sense of spiritual growth, and insight during my practicum. This is…

I am choosing the field of social work because I have personally witness the struggles that less fortune individual undergo. Growing up my parent taught me many family and social values, they taught me to always help the less fortune ones, because of that my entire life I have kwon that my passion is helping others to overcome their struggles and to help them become self-sufficient. I have a clear understanding that this field brings many rewarding feelings as well as challenges. By becoming a…

solidified my desires. I believe that I have a lot to offer to the field of social work. Through my life experiences, I feel I have gained a unique perspective on the world. I am far from judgmental and truly wish to help and assist those in need. I strive to be supportive and console people. One of my strengths is that I am versatile and adaptable. I want to be stable for those who need my support but I want anyone I work with to know that I am not a concrete person. I am relatable to…

Each individual possesses particular strengths. These strengths can guide an individual in their everyday practice, whether it be for an occupation, one’s self, or for assisting others. These strengths are essential for individual as a person, as well as a prospective social worker. One’s signature strength can be used on a day-to-day basis. Individuals can influence and contribute to the growth of one’s strength. Furthermore, the strength can be significant in a certain way to the individual…

Principles of human rights and social justice are fundamental to the social work profession and we understand that the denial of such rights is a form of structural abuse. So global social workers are always concerned with human rights and social justice because it is engrained on our values and principles, and when we engage in development practice, we seek to eradicate conditions that oppress and destroy the lives of those who are vulnerable locally, nationally, and internationally. So…

“Social work is a professional service, based on scientific knowledge and skill in human relations, which assist individuals, alone or in groups, to obtain social and personal satisfaction and independence”. (w.friedlander, 1955) Social work is an honourable profession where people choose to help people in need; this scenario has the renowned history from its evolution of Internationalisation. Social work is always been call for justice because people in need always have the need for striving…

Ethics and Demonstration of Codes There are ethical codes put into practice when working with a population of people that I consider emotionally challenging. Foremost, I must remind myself of the entire social work codes of ethical principles and standards to implement. A primary social work principle is the dignity and worth of a person. Social workers inspire people to improve their happiness and welfare. Social workers treat each client with respect, obsequiousness and value (Krist-Ashman &…

All clinical Social Workers have different views and beliefs, although the overall wanting of social justice is the same. The standard of National Association of Social Workers (NASW) website states, “Social work practice is the professional application of social work theory and methods to the treatment and prevention... it is based on knowledge of one or more theories of human development within a psychosocial context.” (NASW, 1984). The NASW provides different theories and views of social…

As social workers, we are faced with the incredible task of helping people-predominantly people of color-to navigate the country’s systems in search for better opportunities and resources in an attempt to improve their lives. Not only do we have to take into account the individual’s past experiences and current skills and concerns but most importantly we have to be able to see each individual as an intricate puzzle which contains many different pieces that have all come together to form what…