Discussion 1: Social Worker Roles
Do you consider yourself an advocate, educator, activist, facilitator, mediator, or broker? Social workers take on all of these roles at various times. For example, a social worker may initiate and uphold change through social action. Alternatively, certain factors, such as race, social class, mental health, or sexual orientation may influence the social worker’s role. Therefore, the social worker must understand the client issue in order to be an effective helper. Regardless of the role, the direct practice social worker has the obligation to serve clients in multiple roles on many levels—micro, mezzo, or macro.
In this Discussion, you examine the multidimensional roles social workers fulfill in order to serve the best interest of the client.
To prepare: Review “Case Study: Sarah,” found in the course text.
By Day 4
Post:
- Describe how the social worker served in the role of case manager for Sarah.
- Identify at least two other roles that the social worker could have filled that would have helped Sarah
Discussion 2 – Week 1
Social Values
Do you feel that all people should be treated equally and have access to the same opportunities? Do you believe that working hard is a personal responsibility? Values—including those related to equality, charity, and work ethic—influence how individuals view the world. They also form the basis of social work practice. While such values naturally vary from person to person, there are some that have historically been accepted by the majority.
In this Discussion, you examine a dominant American value and consider its effect on a population seeking social support.
By Day 4
Posta response to the following:
- Define the term dominant American social values.
- Identify an example of a dominant American social value in society today, and explain how it may affect your work with a specific population.
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