Unit-1-Introduction to Social Work.pptx

introduction to Social Work.pptx

1. Definition, Values, Principles, Philosophy, Goals and Scope of Social Work Rambabu Botcha Assistant Professor Department of Social Work RGNIYD

2. Definition of Social Work “Social work is a practice-based profession and an academic discipline that promotes social change and development, social cohesion, and the empowerment and liberation of people. Principles of social justice, human rights, collective responsibility and respect for diversities are central to social work.  Underpinned by theories of social work, social sciences, humanities and indigenous knowledges, social work   engages people and structures to address life challenges and enhance wellbeing.

3. Characteristics of a Profession Determination of own standards of education and training which is usually long, extended and formal; Systematic body of knowledge that may be imparted; Set of technical skills, which may be specially acquired; Enforcement of minimum qualifications for entering and thus, achieving professional status;

4. Characteristics of a Profession Code of ethics Professional practice often being legally recognized Some form of licensure and licensing and admission boards/ recruitment boards by the members of the profession Norms of practice enforced by the profession being more stringent

5. Characteristics of a Profession Existence of professional associations and the members of other occupations; Formal channel of communication between the professionals, e.g. a newsletter, journal, meeting, seminars and conference; Primary orientation to community interests; Fulfilment of a societal needs; and Rewards, which primarily symbolize work achievement

6. NASW The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) has a strict code of ethics that defines a set of values, principles, and standards to guide professionals in the delivery of services that address the complexities of the human experience.

7. Core Values of Social Work National Association of Social Workers (NASW)-USA stated in its code of ethics that professional social workers should follow these six core values while performing their duties. The core values are: 1. Service 2. Social Justice 3. Dignity and Worth of the person 4. Importance of human relationships 5. Integrity and 6. Competence.

8. Core Values of Social Work The Core Values of social work based on which the code of ethics of SOSW, IGNOU has been drafted and provides twelve core values. Besides the six values of NASW code of ethics, additional six values that are found in the SOSW code of ethics are: 1. Cultural Sensitivity, 2. Hard Work, 3. Patriotism, 4. Loyalty to the profession, 5. Responsibility and Commitment and 6. Teachership .

9. Principles of Social Work Fallowing and practicing Values Purposeful expression of feelings Controlled emotional involvement Acceptance Individualization Non- Judgemental Attitude Client’s Self Determination Confidentiality

10. Principles of Social Work Clients : Confidentiality Colleagues/Co-workers : Respect and Fairness Professionals : Accepted behaviours /morals Practice Setting: Responsibility Social Work Profession : Service, developing the body of knowledge Broader Society : Commitment towards welfare of all sections of the society

11. Philosophy of Social Work Helping the helpless to help themselves, some basic tenets of social work philosophy are: Belief in the dignity and worth of an individual Belief on individual freedom Inter-dependency between the individual and the society Collective responsibility Recognition of the concept of welfare state Belief in democratic values Positive Change

12. Goals of Social Work Promote social justice to provide equal opportunities. Enhance social responsibility and mutuality, so that people are collectively responsible for the type of society they want and are willing to work towards it.

13. Goals of Social Work Develop self-reliance and autonomy so that people are participated in controlling their life situation and destiny. Remove deficits from the social systems, which prevent self-actualization and develop own capacity for self-actualization.

14. Goals of Social Work Build the basic structures of society including the family and the small community where people’s basic needs are fulfilled. Develop knowledge, vanish ignorance and raise consciousness. Maximize people’s growth to a healthy life and opportunity for preserving it

15. Six Methods of Social Work Social Case Work Social Group Work Community Organisation Social Action Social Work Research Social Welfare Administration

16. Components of Good Practice in Social Work

17. Scope of Social Work The agencies-NGOs, GOs, Other CSO The ways-(Methods) CW, GW, CO, SA, SWR, SWA The various types of services (fields of social work)- to Individuals, families, groups, communities Levels of Social Work: Micro, Mezzo and Macro

18. Scope of Social Work Public Assistant Social Security Family Welfare Services Child Welfare Services Youth Welfare Services Women Welfare Services Community Welfare Services Labor Welfare Services Welfare services for the Handicapped Welfare Services to the Aged School Social Work Correctional Services Welfare for the Weaker Sections