Discipline and Ideas in the Applied Social Sciences : Social Work Presented by: 3 rd Group
What is Social Work? Social work is a profession that promotes social change, development, cohesion, and the empowerment of people and communities.
IMPORTANCE OF SOCIAL WORK Helps individuals and communities Advocates for human rights Support mental health and well-being Provides assistance in crises
CORE VALUES OF SOCIAL WORK Service Social Justice Dignity and Worth of the Person Importance of Human Relationships Integrity Competence
FIELD OF SOCIAL WORK Clinical S ocial W ork Child and family social work school social work medical and health care social work mental health and substance abuse social work
Clinical S ocial W ork Focuses on mental health and emotional well-being through concealing and therapy
Child and F amily S ocial W ork Protects vulnerable children and supports family in need
School S ocial W ork Help student cope with social , emotional , and academic challenges
Medical and H ealth C are S ocial W ork Assist patient families in navigating medical system and coping with illness
Mental health care and substance abuse social work Supports individual struggling with addiction and mental health issue
Skills R equired in S ocial W ork Empathy A ctive listening C ommunication P roblem - solving A dvocacy C ultural competency
The R ole of a S ocial W ork Assessing clients needs Pr oviding counseling Co nnecting clients with resources A dvocating for policy changes
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Challenges in S ocial W ork High emotional demands H eavy caseloads L imited resources Bureaucratic obstacle Bu rnout risk
Ethic in S ocial W ork Confidentiality In formed consent P rofessional boundaries A dvocacy for clients
Social W ork and H uman R ights Social worker advocates form marginalized groups and promote equal access to resources
Social W ork in C risis S ituation Social workers play a key role in disaster response refuge assistance and emergency relief
Technology in S ocial W ork Online concealing digital case management and advocacy through social media are emerging trends
The F uture of S ocial W ork Drawing demand for mental health services I ncreased focus on diversity and inclusion I ntegration of technology
How to become a S ocial W orker Earn a degree in social work C omplete supervised fieldwork O btain licensure and certification C ontinue professional development
History of S ocial W ork The professional has roots and charity and welfare program from the 19 th century
Notable S ocial W ork Jane Addams - F ounder of modern social work Mary Richwood - D evelop casework method Frances Perkins- F irst female us cabinet member and labor rights advocate
Community S ocial W ork Focuses on organizing resources and advocating for systematic change within communities
Gerontological S ocial W ork Supports aging populations by addressing health , housing , and financial needs
Military and V eteran S ocial W ork Assist service members , veterans , and their families with mental health and reintegration
Forensic S ocial W ork Works within the legal system to support victims , offenders , and those affected by crime
International S ocial W ork Focuses on global human rights , poverty alleviation , and disaster response
Social W ork and M ental H ealth Place a critical role in therapy crisis intervention and community support program
Juvenile J ustice and S ocial W ork Works with youth in conflict with the law , aiming for rehabilitation and support
Policy and A dvocacy in S ocial W ork Influences laws and policies to protect vulnerable populations and promote social justice
Conclusion Social work is a vital profession that empowers individuals, strengthens communities, and promotes social justice.