Library Guides: PEDV-0279 Professional Practice: Assessment Plan

Assignment Description

For this assignment you will:

Create an assessment plan based on one of three movies listed in the assignment steps section
Compose a genogram for the identified target
Create an ecomap of the family using resources provided in Moodle

Requirements

Assessment plan including the following sections:
- Introduction (about 300 words)
- Intake sheet (1 page fact seet)
- Biopsychosocial assessment summary
Genogram (single page, landscape orientation)
Ecomap (single page, landscape orientation)

Note: When completing this assignment keep in mind that your next assignment will be to complete an intervention plan for your identified target. Intervention plans are linked to assessments, one generally plans to intervene in areas indicated as problematic.

It is not anticipated that you will require references in this particular document, the films have been provided to you and the chapters included are for reference, not citation. This should ‘feel like’ an assessment you would do in a placement.

Linked to Learning Outcome #11:

11.0. Formulate a beginning practice assessment model to be applied to social service work practice.

11.1. Differentiate between the individual components of basic biopsychosocial assessment tool.

11.2. Compare the utility of the various components of a biopsychosocial assessment tool.

11.3. Construct a personalized biopsychosocial assessment model for use in general social service work practice.

Marking Rubric

Marking Rubric: Assessment Plan

Help!

Get help with researching, APA citing, and writing through the Library and Learning Curve.

Movie Choice

Watch one of the following three movies. You will base your assessment and intervention plans on the movie you choose.

August: Osage County
A complicated family system
Still Alice
A family story about early onset Alzheimer's.
Fill out the linked form to request this DVD from the library.
Infinitely Polar Bear
A story about mental health and child rearing.
Available online through the public library's streaming service, Hoopla.

These movies can be found through online television/movie subscription services, the Assiniboine Library, or the Brandon Public Library.

Students are eligible to borrow physical and online items from the public library through Assiniboine Library's partnership with the Western Manitoba Regional Library. To borrow materials from the public library, you must present your Assiniboine student card. During COVID-19 closures, please contact the public library to arrange access.

Method

Include the following sections in your assessment plan.

Introduction (about 300 words, on its own page, paragraph form)
1. What service agency you work for?
2. Who have you identified as your target (individual, couple, family, etc.)
3. How did the person, couple, or family come to the attention of your service agency?

Intake sheet (create a one page face sheet with summary information)
1. Identifying information for each family member (name, age/birthdate, family role)
2. Description of presenting problem
3. Other summary information you find pertinent

Biopsychosocial assessment summary: See Ruffalo Chapter 6 and Lee Chapter 4 for support with this. Create a bio-psycho-social-spiritual assessment using four sections:
1. Biological
2. Psychological
3. Social
4. Spiritual

that includes the following information under each heading (this should be formatted as it is noted here, use the headings given)

[SECTION NAME e.g. Biological]

Relevant past history
Current situation
Strengths/resources within that area that can be used to address the challenges noted
Balance and flow

You must also include the following elements in your assignment.

Genogram composed for the identified target

The genogram should fit on a single sheet of paper with a ‘landscape’ orientation and can be completed by hand (neatly) or with Word or using a commercially available software program such as “GenoPro”.
There are several books in the library that will help with this exercise, most notably, look for the author “Monica McGoldrick”. There are several genogram resources on your Moodle site as well.

Ecomap: create an ecomap of the family using the various resources you have been provided on Moodle.

The ecomap should fit on a single sheet of paper with a ‘landscape’ orientation and can be completed by hand (neatly) or with Word or using a commercially available software program such as Canva (a free desktop publishing website).

Library Books Related to this Assignment

To request these books from the library, click the linked titles and fill out the online request form. The book's details will be automatically filled out for you.

A Brief Introduction to Social Work Theory by David Howe
Call Number: HV 40 H69 2009
In 25 clearly labelled chapters, this book explains and discusses social work theory in a crisp, clear and accessible way. Whether you're a student, a newly qualified social worker or a 'seasoned' professional you will find plenty in this book to inform, enlighten and refresh you. Written by David Howe, one of the top British writers in social work, his simple, easy-to-read style makes this text ideal for quick reference in lectures, on placement or in practice.
Direct Social Work Practice : Theory and Skills by Dean H. Hepworth; Glenda Dewberry Rooney; Kim Strom-Gottfried; Jo Ann Larsen; Ronald Rooney
Call Number: HV 40 D57 2017
Considered the classic source in its field, this book prepares you for effective real-world practice. Packed with case examples, illustrations, and proven learning experiences from the authors and other social work practitioners, the book integrates the major theories and skills that direct social work practitioners need to understand and master. Part of the Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series, the tenth edition is completely up to date and thoroughly integrates the core competencies and recommended practice behaviors outlined in the 2015 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Essential Theory for Social Work Practice by Chris Beckett; Nigel Horner
Call Number: HV 40 B38 2016
Focusing on what students really need to know, this book breaks down all of the key social work theory covered across a students' training, demystifying complex concepts by demonstrating their application to real-life practice.
The General Method of Social Work Practice by Elizabeth M. Timberlake; Michaela Zajicek Farber; Christine Anlauf Sabatino; Maria O'Neil McMahon
Call Number: HV 11 M374 2002
This text describes the social work processes and stages of the General Method. Skills and techniques associated with each stage are illustrated with practice vignettes and longer practice examples, highlighting the micro, mezzo, and macro levels of generalist practice in seven field settings.
An Introduction to Human Services by Betty R. Mandell; Barbara Schram
Call Number: HV 40 S387 2006
The text provides complete and up-to-date coverage of social welfare programs and policies, and describes how history, politics, and the economy shape the programs. It compares the U.S. social welfare systems to systems in other countries. A strong multicultural and social systems approach also distinguishes it from other texts.
The Life Model of Social Work Practice by Alex Gitterman; Carel B. Germain
Call Number: HV 43 G47 2008
Originally published in 1980, this seminal work was the first to introduce an ecological perspective into social work practice. The third edition expands and deepens this perspective, further developing the basic premise that, by being situated within the people:environment interface, the social work profession is distinct from other service professions. The book presents the ""what"" (theories and concepts) and the ""how"" (practice methods) to help people with their life stressors and, simultaneously, to influence communities, organizations, and policymakers to be more responsive to.
Modern Social Work Theory by Malcolm Payne
Call Number: HV 40 P33 2016
Malcolm Payne presents clear and concise evaluations of the pros and cons of major theories that inform social work practice, and comparisons between them. Modern Social Work Theory is now more accessible and comprehensive than ever, offering: the most complete coverage of social work theory, from classic perspectives to the very latest ideas, including a new chapter dedicated to strengths, narrative, and solutions approaches; a host of brand new case examples showing how theories can be applied to everyday practice; new analysis of the ethical dimensions of different social work theories and what common values they share; Pause and Reflect questions to encourage you to draw on your own experience and develop your thinking; and updated Example text sections which summarize the most current thinking and help bridge the gap between introductions to each theory and more specialist writing.
The New Structural Social Work: Ideology, Theory, and Practice by Bob Mullaly; Marilyn Dupre
Call Number: HV 40 M855 2019
This fully updated edition explores the shortcomings of welfare capitalism and reveals how conventional social work fails to respond to systemic social problems. By presenting a coherent theory of progressive social work with oppression as its focus, this text shows how students can incorporate a
radical alternative to conventional social work within their own practice.
The Practice of Generalist Social Work by Marla Berg-Weger; Julie Birkenmaier
Call Number: HV 105 B57 2017
The fourth edition of The Practice of Generalist Social Work continues to teach students to apply micro, macro, and mezzo social work skills. This new edition strengthens the connection between the three levels of practice and is fully updated to the 2015 EPAS. This edition also contains more illustrations of theory and more context for deciding which type of intervention is a good fit. Most chapters now open with a case study and continually refer back to the case to provide additional connections between theory and real-life practice. Each chapter also incorporates a link to a Grand Challenge of Social Work from the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare, which shows the connection between social work and the most significant societal challenges of today. The Quick Guides within the text offer students guidance for their field experience and practice after graduation.
Social Theory for Social Work by Christopher Thorpe
Call Number: HV 40 T56 2018
Trying to understand how the world looks through the eyes of individuals and groups and how it shapes the ways they think and act is something social workers do all the time. It is what social theorists do too. This book identifies and explains in a highly accessible manner the absolute value of social theory for social work. Drawing on the theoretical ideas and perspectives of a wide range of classical and modern social theorists, the book demonstrates the insights their work can bring to bear on a wide range of social work practice scenarios, issues and debates.
Social Work Theories in Context by Karen Healy
Call Number: HV 40 H43 2014
This popular and innovative core text book explores contemporary social work theories and perspectives in a systematic way, using an integrated and flexible framework to link context, theory, and practice approaches. Healy expertly provides an applied guide to social work theory across a range of organisational contexts, showing social work as a diverse activity that is profoundly shaped by professional purpose, public policy, and practice locations.
Social Work in Canada by Steven Hick
Call Number: HV 105 H525 2010
Social Work in Canada is a comprehensive introduction to the major concepts and contemporary issues in Canadian social work. Intended primarily for university- and college-level social work courses, this book will also be useful for allied health professionals seeking a basic understanding of the field. This book fills a need for an introductory-level text written from a truly Canadian perspective. This book emphasizes the importance of being clear about one’s values and world view before beginning to practice social work--from publisher's website.
Social Work Treatment by Francis J. Turner (Editor)
Call Number: HV 40 S63 2017
Social Work Treatment remains the most popular and trusted compendium of theories available to social work students and practitioners. This treasure trove of practice knowledge equips professionals with a broad array of theoretical approaches, each of which shine a spotlight on a different aspect of the human condition.
Social Work with Rural & Northern Communities by Roger Delaney, Keith Brownlee and Margaret Sellick
Call Number: HV 105 S63 1999
The Strengths Perspective in Social Work Practice by Dennis Saleebey
Call Number: HV 41 S827 2013
The Strengths Perspective in Social Work Practice presents both conceptual and practical elements of the strengths perspective - from learning about and practicing the strengths perspective to using the strengths perspective with older adults, the chronically ill, and substance abusers.
A Textbook of Social Work by Brian Sheldon; Geraldine Macdonald
Call Number: HV 40 S54 2009
Where did professional social work originate from? How effective are social work interpretations in the lives of vulnerable people? This book provides a discussion of social work practice and its evidence-base. It strikes a balance between the need for social workers to understand the social, economic, psychological and interpersonal factors.
Theoretical Perspectives for Direct Social Work Practice by Nick Coady; Peter Lehmann
Call Number: HV 43 T42 2016
This expanded third edition of the popular textbook provides a completely revised and updated overview of the theories, models, and therapies guiding social work practice. The authors and editors use the problem-solving model of social work practice as a framework for integrating each theory with central social work principles and values.
Understanding and Using Theory in Social Work by Juliette Oko
Call Number: HV 40 O46 2011
ISBN: 9780857254986
Understanding how theory informs social work practice is an area that students can find challenging and complex. This book helps students to understand how theory impacts and informs social work practice. Updated with a new introduction by the author, subjects covered include values and ethics, organisational contexts and putting theory into practice. There is a chapter on the relationship between theory and practice in social work which examines notions of empowerment and concepts of social exclusion and the distinctive role of the social work practitioner. Critical thinking exercises are built into the text to aid learning and reflective thinking.
Understanding Child Abuse and Neglect by Cynthia Crosson-Tower
Call Number: HV 741 C76 2008
The author covers the history of child welfare, gives an overview of functional and dysfunctional families, and contrasts healthy child development with development hampered by abuse and neglect. In addition, C hild Abuse and Neglect explains case management procedures and focuses on how various professionals become involved in the child protection process and how treatment is undertaken. The text concludes with a discussion of prevention and a consideration of the future.
Working with People by Naomi Brill; Joanne Levine
Call Number: HV 40 B83 2005
Working with People presents an engaging discussion of the theoretical foundation of social work practice, promotes the development of practice skills, integrates the topics of advocacy throughout, and encourages social work students to be more reflective in their work. Advocacy for clients, especially minority groups, is emphasized. Included in this new edition are diversity rich case examples which put theory into practice, discussions about changes in societal attitudes, philosophies, and politics toward those in need, and material on feminist psychology and brief therapies. Additionally, tables with highlights of major personality theories make it easy for a reader to see the distinctions between different theoretical approaches.
Working with Families by Rena Shimoni, Joanne Baxter
Call Number: LB 1139.23 S55 2014
Working with Families teaches the important connection between the well-being of children and the well-being of families. The authors accomplish this by integrating knowledge from a broad range of disciplines—sociology, psychology, anthropology—into a practical book that combines their theoretical knowledge, professional experience, and involvement with students.