Generalist Practice with Individuals, Families and Groups Flashcards
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What is the key focus of Competency 1: Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior?
The key focus of Competency 1 is upholding ethical standards and demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of social work practice,
including applying the NASW Code of Ethics in decision-making, maintaining professional boundaries, and understanding the importance of supervision and consultation.
How is Competency 2: Advance Human Rights and Social, Racial, Economic, and Environmental Justice applied in social work practice?
Competency 2 focuses on promoting human rights and advocating for social, racial, economic, and environmental justice by addressing systemic inequalities and supporting marginalized and oppressed groups.
What is the key focus of Competency 3: Engage (Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI) in Practice?
The key focus of Competency 3 is integrating anti-racist, anti-oppressive practices into social work by developing strategies to work with vulnerable populations, addressing the root causes of oppression, and increasing equity and inclusion in social work practice.
How is Competency 4: Engage in Practice-Informed Research and Research-Informed Practice applied in social work?
Competency 4 encourages social workers to engage with research findings to inform practice, policies, and programs.
This involves evaluating research to guide decision-making and improving engagement, assessment, intervention, and evaluation with diverse client systems.
What does Competency 5: Engage in Policy Practice focus on in social work?
Competency 5 focuses on understanding and influencing policy to promote social well-being, including how policies impact practice and the lives of clients, with further exploration in policy-focused courses.
What is the key focus of Competency 6: Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities?
Competency 6 focuses on developing skills for engaging with diverse clients across individual, family, group, organizational, and community levels to promote social well-being.
How does Competency 7: Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities apply in social work practice?
Competency 7 emphasizes gathering and analyzing information to assess the needs and resources of clients, using critical thinking to evaluate strengths and challenges within individual and collective systems.
What is the key focus of Competency 8: Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities?
Competency 8 focuses on developing intervention strategies to address client needs at multiple levels (individual, family, group, organizational, community) and using evidence-based practices to inform interventions and evaluate their effectiveness.
What does Competency 9: Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities focus on?
Competency 9 focuses on continuously evaluating the outcomes of interventions and practice, using feedback to improve future social work practice.
What does “Generalist Social Work” mean?
Generalist social work refers to the professional practice that involves core knowledge, values, skills, and processes to support vulnerable, oppressed, and marginalized groups while enhancing human well-being and meeting basic human needs across micro, mezzo, and macro levels.
What are the core values of social work as outlined in the NASW Code of Ethics?
The core values of social work include Service, Social Justice, Dignity and Worth of the Person, Importance of Human Relationships, Integrity, and Competence.
What is the Generalist Intervention Model (GIM)?
The Generalist Intervention Model (GIM) is a framework used by social workers to guide their practice, which includes steps for engagement, assessment, intervention, evaluation, termination, and follow-up in work with clients.
What are the four goals of social work practice, and associated roles?
Goal 1: Support development of problem-solving and coping abilities – Consultant Role.
Goal 2: Connect people with resources, opportunities, and services – Resource Management and Education Role.
Goal 3: Ensure humane operation of systems – Activist and Trainer Role.
Goal 4: Advance social policy – Activist, Educator, Trainer, Resource Management.
What is the difference between cooperation and coordination in team collaboration?
Cooperation refers to working together toward a common goal without structured roles, while coordination involves organized collaboration with clear roles and responsibilities aligned with the team’s objective.
How do leadership skills apply in social work practice?
Leadership skills in social work involve influencing and guiding others, regardless of formal titles, with an emphasis on ethical decision-making, shared decision-making, and respect for diversity. Leadership can emerge based on the task at hand and the required skills.
What is the importance of interprofessional collaboration in social work?
Interprofessional collaboration is essential for addressing the complex, multifaceted needs of clients by working with professionals across disciplines. It enhances comprehensive care and helps in meeting the diverse aspects of client needs, promoting better outcomes.
What are some examples of macro-level social work practice?
Examples of macro-level social work practice include policy advocacy, community development, social justice initiatives, and organizing campaigns to address systemic social issues such as racism and inequality.
What are the primary practice methods in generalist social work?
The primary practice methods in generalist social work are Engagement, Assessment, Intervention, Evaluation, Termination, and Follow-Up, which provide a structured approach to working with clients.
What are the Seven Drivers of Team Effectiveness?
Capabilities
Cooperation
Coordination
Communication
Cognitions
Conditions
Coaching
What is the definition of “Capabilities” in team effectiveness?
The individual skills and expertise that team members bring to the table, including knowledge and competence necessary for contributing effectively to team goals.
How does “Cooperation” contribute to effective teamwork?
Cooperation refers to the willingness of team members to work together, share ideas, responsibilities, and tasks to achieve common goals.
What is the importance of “Coordination” in teamwork?
Coordination ensures that each member’s actions are organized and aligned to ensure efficient progress toward the team’s objectives.
What role does “Communication” play in effective teams?
Clear, timely, and transparent communication is crucial for success, ensuring that all members understand each other and work toward common goals.
What is meant by “Cognitions” in a team context?
Cognitions refer to the shared mental model of the team, meaning that team members have a common understanding of goals, roles, and processes.