Dawson Social Service

Knowledge

100

This perspective focuses on the interplay between the person and his environment

What is "The Ecosystem Perspective"

200

This perspective is built on the assumption that every individual,family,group and community has strengths and focusing on these strengths leads to growth and overcoming difficulties.

What is "Strength perspective"

300

This Marxist based social theory argues that individuals and groups (social classes) within society have differing amounts of material and nonmaterial resources (such as the wealthy vs. the poor) and that the more powerful groups use their power in order to exploit groups with less power.

What is "Social conflict theory"

400

This theory posits that learning is a cognitive process that takes place in a social context and can occur purely through observation or direct instruction, even in the absence of motor reproduction or direct reinforcement . In addition to the observation of behavior, learning also occurs through the observation of rewards and punishments, a process known as vicarious reinforcement.

What is "Social learning theory" (Albert Bandura)

500

This theory is informed by ego psychology and focuses on how inner energies interact with external forces to impact emotional development.This theory assumes that emotions play a key role in human behavior and is concerned with how these internal needs, drives, and emotions motivate human behavior. It assumes that both conscious and unconscious mental activity motivate human behavior, and that internalized experiences—such as childhood experiences—shape personality development and functioning. By patterning an individual’s emotions, these early experiences are central to problems of living throughout an individual’s lifespan.

What is "Psychodynamic theory "

Professional Values

100

Social work is founded on a long-standing commitment to respect the inherent dignity and individual worth of all persons. When required by law to override a client’s wishes, social workers take care to use the minimum coercion required. Social workers recognize and respect the diversity of Canadian society, taking into account the breadth of differences that exist among individuals, families, groups and communities. Social workers uphold the human rights of individuals and groups as expressed in The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (1982) and the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948).

What is "Respect for the Inherent Dignity and Worth of Persons "

200

Social workers believe in the obligation of people, individually and collectively, to provide resources, services and opportunities for the overall benefit of humanity and to afford them protection from harm. Social workers promote social fairness and the equitable distribution of resources, and act to reduce barriers and expand choice for all persons, with special regard for those who are marginalized, disadvantaged, vulnerable, and/or have exceptional needs. Social workers oppose prejudice and discrimination against any person or group of persons, on any grounds, and specifically challenge views and actions that stereotype particular persons or groups.

What is "Pursuit of Social Justice"

300

Social workers demonstrate respect for the profession’s purpose, values and ethical principles relevant to their field of practice. Social workers maintain a high level of professional conduct by acting honestly and responsibly, and promoting the values of the profession. Social workers strive for impartiality in their professional practice, and refrain from imposing their personal values, views and preferences on clients.

What is "Integrity in Professional Practice"

400

Social workers demonstrate respect for the trust and confidence placed in them by clients, communities and other professionals by protecting the privacy of client information and respecting the client’s right to control when or whether this information will be shared with third parties. Social workers only disclose confidential information to other parties (including family members) with the informed consent of clients, clients’ legally authorized representatives or when required by law or court order.

What is "Confidentiality in Professional Practice "

500

Social workers respect a client’s right to competent social worker services. Social workers analyze the nature of social needs and problems, and encourage innovative, effective strategies and techniques to meet both new and existing needs and, where possible, contribute to the knowledge base of the profession. Social workers have a responsibility to maintain professional proficiency, to continually strive to increase their professional knowledge and skills, and to apply new knowledge in practice commensurate with their level of professional education, skill and competency, seeking consultation and supervision as appropriate

What is " Competence in Professional Practice"

Terminology

100

A person, family, group of persons, incorporated body, association or community on whose behalf a social worker provides or agrees to provide a service or to whom the social worker is legally obligated to provide a service. Examples of legal obligation to provide service include a legislated responsibility (such as in child welfare) or a valid court order.

What is "The Client"

200

Treating people unfavourably or holding negative or prejudicial attitudes based on discernable differences or stereotypes

What is "Discrimination"

300

The rights of an individual that are considered the basis for freedom and justice, and serve to protect people from discrimination and harassment. Social workers may refer to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms enacted as Schedule B to the Canada Act 1982 (U.K.) 1982, c. 11, which came into force on April 17, 1982, as well as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948) proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly December 10, 1948

What is "Human Rights"

400

A core social work value that refers to the right to self-direction and freedom of choice without interference from others. This value is codified in practice through mechanisms of informed consent.

What is "Self-Determination "

500

Behaviour that is included in “conduct unbecoming” and relates to social work practice behaviour within the parameters of the professional relationship that falls below the standard of practice and results in, or aggravation of, injury to a client. It includes behaviour that results in assault, deceit, fraudulent misrepresentations, defamation of character, breach of contract, violation of human rights, malicious prosecution, false imprisonment or criminal conviction.

What is "Malpractice and Negligence "