Social Work Core Values
Social workers provide this to individuals and communities in need, offering support, resources, and guidance
What is Service?
He became president, advanced the federal role in social welfare with his "War on Poverty," and led the country during the Vietnam War
Who is Lyndon Johnson?
This principle ensures that individuals' personal information is kept confidential and is only shared with consent or when legally required
What is Privacy?
BSW and MSW stand for
What is Bachelors of Social Work? What is Masters of Social Work?
This term refers to the belief that one’s own culture or ethnicity is superior to others, often leading to biased judgments of other cultures
What is Ethnocentrism?
Social workers uphold this core value by acting in an honest and trustworthy manner
What is Integrity?
As the first female U.S. Secretary of Labor, she advocated for safer working conditions, the 40-hour work week, and child labor laws
Who is Francis Perkins?
This ethical principle ensures that patients are fully aware of the risks and benefits of their treatment before agreeing to proceed
What is Informed Consent?
These are required for social workers to maintain their licensure and ensure they stay current with industry standards and practices.
What are CEUs (Continuing Education Units)?
This term refers to an unfair and untrue generalized belief about a group of people, often based on limited or inaccurate information
What are Stereotypes?
Social workers advocate for this principle by addressing inequalities and promoting fairness in society
What is Social Justice?
He founded schools of Social Work at Howard University and Atlanta University, providing African Americans with access to formal Social Work training
Who is Edward Franklin Frazier?
This term refers to an additional relationship that exists apart from the primary client-social worker relationship, which can lead to potential conflicts of interest.
What are Dual Relationships?
Professionals with these two degrees are often trained to provide case management and supportive counseling to individuals in need of social services.
What are CSW and BSW?
Social workers emphasize this principle, recognizing the importance of connections in fostering well-being and change (core value)
What is the Centrality of Human Relationships?
Social workers demonstrate this value by practicing within their areas of expertise and striving for continuous professional growth
What is Competence?
During Roosevelt's presidency, this period led to the creation of the Social Security Act, child labor laws, and programs like Medicaid and Medicare to address widespread poverty and unemployment
What is the Great Depression?
This concept involves working across differences, recognizing identity factors and cultural identities, understanding privilege, and addressing discrimination and oppression while avoiding the danger of a single story
What is Cultural Competence/Humility?
This credential allows social workers to diagnose and treat mental health conditions independently and provide clinical supervision
What is LCSW-C (Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Clinical)?
He worked with the National Urban League, fought for access to education and job security, and played a significant role in the Civil Rights Movement.
Who is Whitney Young Jr.?
Social workers uphold this core value, emphasizing respect and appreciation for every individual, especially those from marginalized groups.
What is Dignity and Worth of a Person?
This healthcare social worker and community organizer from New York is known for her work advocating for social change and healthcare access.
Who is Ana DuMoïs?
Written in 1960, this document set the standards for professional conduct and ethical responsibilities for social workers
What is the Code of Ethics?
Social workers with these degrees are qualified to treat mental health conditions under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C)
What are LMSW and MSW?
This term refers to the ability to recover from setbacks, adapt to challenges, and keep pursuing long-term goals despite difficulties
What is Grit and Resilience?