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SYLLABUS SOCIAL INTERVENTIONS III FALL 2009 Dr. Deb Sturtevant VanZoeren office 267 395-7916 - work Office Hours: Wednesdays 1:00pm – 4:00 pm COURSE DESCRIPTION This course, a third course in a series of intervention courses, examines the types of human service organizations within the community and examine the political and social context in which community organizing takes place in contemporary society. This course will continue to focus on the stages and processes utilized in generalist social work practice through a problem solving approach. Particular issues in practice with macro systems, communities and institutions will be examined in the course. Throughout the course special attention will be paid to understanding issues of human diversity and social work values. This course is designed to introduce the student to social work macro practice. We will learn about “community," by exploring our own communities and the college community. We will also consider "organizing" as a means of bringing people together to meet their own needs, utilizing a problem solving framework for intervention. Finally, we examine community "organizations" and the role of the social worker in developing and maintaining them. This course is for senior level social work majors.INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS The course method will include lectures, discussions, movies, guest speakers and a field trip. The course will be practice oriented and requires active participation by the student for successful completion. EVALUATION Grant 25% PPT 25% Exams 25% each Prior permission must be received by the instructor for turning in late assignments. This syllabus is subject to change at the discretion of the instructor. Attendance and classroom participation will be considered in the final grade. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT Any student whose disability falls within ADA guidelines should inform the instructor at the beginning of the semester of any special accommodations or equipment needs necessary to complete the requirements for this course. Students must register documentation with the Office of Disability Services and/or Academic Support Center. REQUIRED TEXT Kirst-Ashman, K. & Hull, G. (2006). Generalist Practice with Organizations and Communities. Nelson-Hall Publishers. COURSE OBJECTIVES At the successful completion of this course students will be able to: 1) Apply critical thinking skills within the context of professional social work practice. 2) Understand the value base of the profession and its ethical standards and principles, and practice accordingly. 3) Practice without discrimination and with respect, knowledge, and skills related to clients’ age, class, color, culture, disability, ethnicity, family structure, gender, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, and sexual orientation. 4) Understand the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination and apply strategiesof advocacy and social change that advance social and economic justice. 5) Understand and interpret the history of the social work profession and its contemporary structures and issues. 6) Apply the knowledge and skills of generalist social work practice with systems of all sizes. 7) Use theoretical frameworks supported by empirical evidence to understand individual development and behavior across the life span and the interactions among individuals and between individuals and families, groups, organizations, and communities. 8) Analyze, formulate, and influence social policies. 9) Evaluate research studies, apply research findings to practice, and evaluate their own practice interventions. 10) Use communication skills differentially across client populations, colleagues, and communities. 11) Use supervision and consultation appropriate to social work practice 12) Function within the structure of organizations and service delivery systems and see necessary organizational change 13) Integrate Christian perspectives with the knowledge, skills and values of the social work profession.LIBERAL ARTS FOUNDATION Social Work 401 requires students to integrate knowledge acquired in liberal arts core courses, incorporating understandings and applying these understandings in specific social work macro practice situations. Students will use critical thinking skills developed in core courses to assist them in assessment and intervention practice. Evaluating the effectiveness of practice is enhanced by course work in natural and social sciences, including statistics and research methods. Core courses in literature, modern languages and the arts contribute to the development of an understanding of a diverse society. Liberal arts courses in writing and English enable the student to communicate effectively in the social work practice environment. HUMAN DIVERSITY Social work 401 builds on understanding diversity developed in courses and practice experiences. Valuing diversity enhances social work practice in macro interventions that emphasize structural change in the community setting. PROFESSIONAL VALUES AND ETHICS AND THE CHRISTIAN PERSPECTIVE Social Work 401 addresses issues of values and ethics in professional social work practice. The hallmark of professional macro interventions is a non-judgmental attitude, respectful relationships, knowledge of self and the client system, and effective applications of interventive skills. PROMOTION OF SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC JUSTICE AND AT-RISK POPULATIONS It is essential to the practice of macro interventions that the social work professional seek social and economic justice for all client systems. At-risk populations are often the target of macro interventions and social change efforts. Students will gain an understanding of community-based needs assessment which focus on at-risk populations and make recommendations for change based upon the foundations of social and economic development in communities and society.COURSE OUTLINE DATE TOPIC Sept. 1 Course Introduction Chapter 1 Macro Social Work Generalist Practice History of macro practice Values and Ethics Social Work Roles September 8 Using Mezzo Skills Chapter 3 Problem Solving Networking Planning Meetings September 15 Understanding Organizations Chapter 4 Organizational Theory Social Systems Management Sept. 22 Organizational Change Chapter 5 Leadership Decision Making Agency mission Agency Structure Evaluation Organization Development defined Tactics


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