SW 383T: Practice IICourse DescriptionDate Course Content/Assignments Readings__________SPRING BREAKBudman, S. H., & Gurman, A. S. (1988). Brief therapy by desMicro LevelMezzo LevelMacro LevelData GatheringCommunity (1)Community ActionEvaluationTerminationTHE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK Course Number: 383T Instructor: Elaine Cavazos, LCSW Unique Number: 63275 Office: SWB 3.124K Semester: Spring 2005 Office Phone: 471-9817 Meeting: SSW 2.130 Office Hours: W 9:30a-1p; THR 1:30p- 4p; other times by appointment SW 383T: Practice II I. Course Description This course builds on Social Work Practice I by deepening the student’s knowledge of generalist perspective in the application of theory and practice methods for effective and ethical service delivery to diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities in conjunction with field education. Prerequisites: Practice I II. Course Objectives Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Critically analyze professional values, ethical dilemmas, and ethical decision-making and their impact on service delivery, policy, and practice. 2. Identify, critique, apply, and evaluate social work theories and methods from a strengths-based generalist perspective for effective service delivery to diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. 3. Apply beginning practice skills in the development, leadership, and evaluation of small groups in agency, organization, and community settings. 4. Identify aspects of human diversity within and between groups and the implications for this diversity in assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.5. Demonstrate knowledge of leadership and advocacy skills, conflict management and interprofessional collaboration at all levels of social work practice to promote social and economic justice. 6. Apply a beginning level of skill in utilizing empirical knowledge to evaluate theoretical frameworks, intervention plans, and practice effectiveness. III. III. Teaching Methods Lecture, discussion, student presentations, collegial consultation, small group process, guest lecturers, and experiential learning through simulations and role plays. IV. Class Policies This class will operate according to the guidelines established in Practice I. It is important for social work professionals to be punctual in both attendance and in meeting deadlines. Therefore, class attendance is expected, as is handing assignments in on time. Students may lose 5 points per calendar day that an assignment is late. Any adjustments in assignment due dates must be discussed with the instructor at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled date. Students who fail to attend class on a regular basis (missing more than three classes without a valid excuse) will be dropped from the Practice course as well as Field Practicum. Information shared in class about agencies and clients is considered to be confidential according to NASW Code of Ethics regarding the sharing of information for supervisory purposes. Agencies are aware that information is shared in class for this purpose. However, discussions outside of class with individuals outside of the seminar regarding information shared in class about clients, supervisors, or agencies, is a breach of confidentiality. Breach of confidentiality is grounds for removal from Field Placement. Part of professional accountability includes treating others with respect and courtesy. Within the class this entails listening to the opinions and concerns of others with openness, offering suggestions and ideas in a positive and respectful manner, and willingness to promote group cohesiveness in the learning environment. When using information from other sources, references and bibliography should conform to current APA style. Plagiarism is a serious violation of University rules and will be dealt with according to University policy.V. Required and Recommended Texts and Materials Required: Corey, M. S., & Corey, G. (2003). Groups: Process and practice (6th edition). Pacific Grove: Brooks/Cole Publishing Co. Roberts, A. R., & Greene, G. (2002). Social worker’s desk reference (6th edition). New York: Oxford University Press. SW383T Reading Packet (available at Speedway) Recommended: Payne, M. (1997). Modern social work theory (2nd edition). Chicago, IL: Lyceum Books. VI. Course Requirements All students are required to complete two group presentations and three written assignments. Information for each assignments is provided separately. Group Presentations First Group Presentation (Cognitive Behavioral) = 100 points Second Group Presentation (Brief Therapies) = 100 points Written Assignments Reflective Paper I = 100 points Group Analysis Paper = 100 points Theoretical Application Paper = 100 points TOTAL POINTS = 500 VII. Grades 450-500 points = A 399-449 points = B 348-398 points = C 297–347 points = D below 296 points = FVIII. Course Schedule Date Course Content/Assignments Readings__________ 1/20 Welcome Back! Reisch, M. Overview of Course Legislative Advocacy Leadership/Advocacy to Empower Oppressed & Vulnerable Groups SWDR (pp.65-69) 1/27 Ethical Issues in Social Work Reamer, F. Ethical Issues in Social Work SWDR (pp. 65-69) Gelman, S. On Being an Accountable Professional SWDR (pp.75-80) Abramson, M. Reflections on Knowing Oneself… RP HANDOUT (Fitch) Introduction to GroupWork Corey & Corey Part I TEXT2/3 Group Work Corey & Corey Part 2 TEXT Reid, K. Clinical Social Work with Groups SWDR (pp.432-436) Buttel, F. Group Intervention Models with Domestic Violence Offenders SWDR (714-716) 2/10 Introduction to Theory Turner, F. Theory and Social Work Treatment RP Pinsof, W. Choosing the Right Door RP Walsh, J. Reflective Theories RP HANDOUTS 2/15 STUDENT DAY AT THE LEGISLATURE 2/17 School Social Work Conference Older Adult Learning Module 2/24 Cognitive Behavioral Theory Walsh, Cognitive Behavioral Theory RP3/3 Cognitive Behavioral Theory HANDOUT (Turner) Conference Analysis—Reflective Paper due 3/10 First Group Presentation: Cognitive Behavioral SPRING BREAK 3/24 Introduction to Task Centered and Solution Walsh, J.