My motivation to become a social worker came after being exposed to two different cultures and realizing that poverty and scarcity are not choices but social problems. As a Mexican-American I had the advantage to grow up in two countries that in addition to their differences in language and culture‚ I learned that poverty affects anyone anywhere. Growing up in a low income family has been the most rewarding experience. Not only did I learn to always make the most out of everything‚ but I also developed
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The role of a social worker What is a social work? “Social work is a profession which promotes social change and problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance wellbeing. Utilizing theories of human behaviour and social systems‚ social work intervenes at the point where people interact with their environments. Principles of human rights and social justice are fundamental to social work”. (Understanding Social work‚ Neil Thompson‚ 2005‚ page
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sense of importance of helping people with social needs‚ has affected many people to want to become social workers‚ because there aren’t many other careers that can be so important to society. Social workers provide professional support and wide variety of services to people who have social difficulties. They work closely with their targeted population as well as with social care organizations and government institutions acting as mediators and social consultants. Therefore‚ because of the sensitivity
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Social workers work with variety of clients i.e. individuals‚ families‚ groups and communities‚ promoting social changes and social inclusion‚ empowering clients and helping them to take control over their lives. They base their job on principles of Human rights‚ social justice following the Code of Practice‚ Ethics and Values of social work. This includes multiple tasks of investigating and assessing the needs and circumstances of clients‚ providing services according to individual needs‚ engaging
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Social Work and Service Learning Social work to me is helping others in need to improve the well being of an individual or group. Since the profession of social work was created it has been known as the helping profession. Social work incorporates social policy to meet basic human needs. Social workers have many roles that they play starting with being an Activist and an Advocate. Social workers are not only a support system‚ but also they go out there and express issues clients are facing. Social
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Running Head: SOCIAL STUDIES INSTRUCTION Social Studies Instruction Samantha Lewis Grand Canyon University: EED465 April 6‚ 2011 Social Studies Instruction Social studies covers many different topics that each contain an enormous amount of information. Educators are responsible for determining what topics to cover‚ how much information is to be taught on each topic‚ and how to go about teaching the information. There are several different approaches that a teacher can take. Teachers
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Rough Draft Being a Social Worker an interesting‚ interactive job that entails a lot of work. "We try to fulfill the needs of human beings" ("Career Day"). It takes a dedication to empowering people for their dignity and worth. This can involve working with‚ communication with and teaching people many things. You will also help others and provide service to them. This job can include preparing individuals for the professional practice and services. Social Work will also involve helping many
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Answers to questions in S/NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care Easy Steps Unit 21 Communicate with and complete records for individuals In the workplace: Jake likes to joke (page 7) 1 2 3 No‚ there will be many occasions when an individual does not want to laugh and joke‚ especially if they feel sad or angry. Jake should respond in a way that recognises the way they are feeling at that time. Jake might have to be more serious in formal meetings or when talking to individuals about
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Roles of a Social Worker Llowyan Forde Everest University on Line The Role of a Social Worker My dream career is to be a clinical social worker because the job enables me to help individuals who are socially disadvantaged and create an environment where they can be reformed and adapt to society. ”Clinical social workers help families deal with issues related to mental and substance abuse through a rehabilitation program” (Siegel & Worrall‚2012
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A School Social Worker plays a major role in developing a student as a complete person. "School Social Workers provide a vital link among the school‚ home and community" (www.sswaa.org/about/career‚ retrieved 10/17/05). Nationwide school districts are now beginning to realize that a social worker in the school will help bridge the gap between home and education for students. Social work in general is a job that requires one to help others. And in this case‚ one can help children achieve their goals
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