SOC 445 Full Course Assignments GCU
SOC 445 Full Course Assignments GCU
SOC 445 Topic 1 The First Interview Worksheet (1.2)
As a beginning social worker, it is important to know how to listen effectively and develop a rapport with a client/consumer. This assignment will help you develop this skill.Access the “The First Interview” video located in the Topic 1 folder in MindTap. Complete “The First Interview Worksheet” after you watch the video.While APA style is not required for the body of this assessment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.Turn in to the assignment folder by the end of Topic 1.
SOC 445 Topic 2 Case Management Process Section 1: Client/Consumer Selection and Needs Assessment
For this assignment, use your selected case to begin your assessment of the client/consumer.Turn in section 1 at the end of Topic 2 for instructor feedback.While APA style is not required for the body of this assessment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Turn in Section 1 of the assignment to the assignment folder by the end of Topic 2.
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SOC 445 Topic 2 Ethics in Social Work Worksheet
Complete the “Ethics in Social Work” worksheet using the NASW Code of Ethics to justify your responses. Be sure to cite the specific sections of the code utilized in each scenario in APA format.While APA style is not required for the body of this assessment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.Turn in to the assignment folder by the end of Topic 2.SOC-445.T2EthicsSocialWorkWorksheet.docx
SOC 445 Topic 3 Case Management Process Section 2: Assess the Client/Consumer
For this assignment, you will continue to use your selected case study to complete this assignment. After you have viewed the corresponding video in MindTap or read the case study, complete Section 2 of the Case Management Process template:Review Chapters 3-4 in the textbook. For this section, explain the client’s micro, meso, and macro level theories, developmental transitions, and cultural impact (culture and subculture).While APA style is not required for the body of this assessment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.Students are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Turn in Section 2 at the end of Topic 3 for instructor feedback.
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SOC 445 Topic 3 Client Role Job Aid
For this assignment, you will provide a case manager job aid that clearly defines the key roles and best practice recommendations that would benefit a beginning case manager.In a tri-fold brochure, provide a comprehensive explanation of the following roles:
- Social Worker
- Client and various populations
In addition, provide the best practice recommendations for social workers regarding the appropriate problem-solving strategies and assessment techniques for the various populations.
Both sides of the tri-fold brochure must be fully utilized. Images may be used; however, only use images with small file sizes. You may use Microsoft Word, which has several creative document templates.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assessment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
Students are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Turn in to the assignment folder by the end of Topic 3.
SOC 445 Topic 4 Roadblocks in Social Work Worksheet
Access the “Roadblocks in Social Work Worksheet.” Complete the assignment citing three to five sources.While APA style is not required for the body of this assessment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.Turn in to the assignment folder by the end of Topic 4.SOC-445.T4RoadblocksSocialWorkWorksheet.docx
SOC 445 Topic 5 Assignment Title: Cultural Competence in Social Work
Complete the “Cultural Competence in Social Work” worksheet.While APA style is not required for the body of this assessment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.Turn in to the assignment folder by the end of Topic 5.
SOC 445 Topic 5 Case Management Process Section 3: Planning and Linking
For this assignment, you will continue to use your selected case study to complete this assignment. Complete Section 3 of the Case Management Process template:Review Chapters 5, 6, and 20 in the textbook. For this section, begin to develop the initial plan.While APA style is not required for the body of this assessment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.Students are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Turn in Section 3 at the end of Topic 5 for instructor feedback.
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SOC 445 Topic 6 Case Management Process Section 4: Intake and Monitoring
Continue to use your selected case study to complete this section of the Case Management Process assignment.Review Chapters 7-9, 15, and 24 in the textbook. Keeping in mind empathy, boundaries, and effective communication skills, compose an introduction for an intake interview as well as 10-15 intake interview questions you would ask to assess your client.While APA style is not required for the body of this assessment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.Students are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Turn in Section 4 at the end of Topic 6 for instructor feedback.
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SOC 445 Topic 7 Case Management Process Section 5: Terminating the Case
Using the feedback you received from the instructor for each section of this assignment, revise each section and, lastly, provide the following:Read Chapter 26 in the textbook. Review the NASW Code of Ethics. Describe a possible termination process for your client/consumer (350-500 words) recommending ways to maintain change including preparing for a possible relapse while keeping in mind the autonomy of the client.While APA style is not required for the body of this assessment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
Students are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Turn in the completed assignment at the end of Topic 7.
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SOC 445 Topic 8 Benchmark – Case Management Practice Essay
The social worker must understand the working relationship and engagement process between the social worker and the client/consumer. For this assignment, review the case studies provided to you throughout the course. The case studies are located in the Topic 1 folder in MindTap.Select two cases in different settings (not including the case study/video you used for the Case Management Process assignment). Use these case studies to address the following in your essay:In 750-1,000 words, citing two to four scholarly sources, address the following:Describe the similarities and differences between how you would help the client/consumer as a friend in contrast to how you would support a client/consumer as a case manager for each case.
Explain the strategies you would use as a case manager for each case.
Next, describe the skills needed to thoughtfully engage your client/consumer through a change experience, keeping in mind cultural awareness, ethics, and client autonomy. As a social worker, what are the challenges you may experience and the biases you must be aware of for yourself as a social worker in each case?
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
This assignment assesses the following programmatic competency:
4.2: Determine the appropriate human service general practitioner strategies for various settings.
This assignment assesses the Leadership Mission Critical Domain
Turn in the completed assignment in Topic 8.