History
The purpose of early social welfare organizations
To address poverty, crime and dependency.
What level of intervention is a Social Worker working in when working with individuals and families?
Microlevel Social Work
Which of the following is an ethical principle that social workers should adhere to when working with clients?
A) Confidentiality
B) Self-determination
C) Beneficence
D) All of the above
D) All of the Above
Bob is a father of two children. Bob recently lost his job and has been struggling to pay his rent and utilities. He is about to be evicted from his home. He decides to go to a social worker for help. What level on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs should be the top priority here?
Physiological Needs (Basic Needs)
What is the housing-first model?
A. Individuals experiencing homelessness must complete treatment programs before receiving housing.
B. Housing is provided only after clients demonstrate readiness and maintain sobriety for at least six months.
C. People are offered immediate, permanent housing without preconditions, with supportive services available but not required.
D. Clients receive temporary shelter first and transition to permanent housing only after meeting program milestones.
C. People are offered immediate, permanent housing without preconditions, with supportive services available but not required.
One of the founders of the Chicago Hull House who would later win the Nobel Peace Prize is _______
Jane Addams
Casework
Which ethical principle requires social workers to respect the dignity and worth of every individual and their right to self-determination?
Autonomy
You are a Social Worker and are seeing a new client. You conduct an assessment and determine that he has an alcohol addiction due to his use and symptoms. The client states that they do not have an issue and they do not want to engage in substance use treatment. What is the recommended thing to do as a social worker?
A) Insist that he engage in substance use treatment
B) Respect his wishes and find other ways to support him
C) End your session with the client
D) Call an ambulance and commit the client to a hospital for detox
B) Respect his wishes and find other ways to support him
The IPV cycle of violence is based on what concept
Power & Control
What is the name of the organization that used volunteers called friendly visitors to go into homes to assess needs and determine eligibility for assistance?
Charity Organization Society
When a minority group integrates itself into the dominant group so that people cannot distinguish one group from another based upon cultural characteristics it is called ____________
Assimilation
A social worker is working with a client who is experiencing domestic violence. What is the most ethical course of action for the social worker to take?
A) Encouraging the client to leave the abusive partner immediately
B) Collaborating with the client to develop a safety plan
C) Ignoring the domestic violence to maintain a positive relationship with the client
B) Collaborating with the client to develop a safety plan
A social worker is working with a client who has disclosed that they are struggling to provide for their family due to financial difficulties. The client has asked the social worker for assistance in applying for government benefits. However, the social worker discovers during the process that the client has misrepresented their income in order to qualify for more benefits. The social worker is now faced with an ethical dilemma of whether to report the misrepresentation or to overlook it in order to provide the client with the necessary resources. What should they do?
The social worker should explain to the client the importance of honesty and integrity in the application process, and the potential risks of misrepresentation. They should work with the client to correct the misrepresentation and obtain the appropriate level of benefits.
School Districts in the United States are required to ensure that students that are houseless have equal access to opportunities for education. This is called the _________ Act
McKinney-Verito
What important social work organization was established in 1955 in the United States?
The National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
The written guide for ethical behavior for social workers, published by the NASW?
NASW Code of Ethics
A social worker is working with a client who has a history of suicidal ideation (SI). When asked about his SI history, the client discloses that he currently has a plan, means, and desire to commit suicide. What is the most ethical course of action for the social worker to take?
A) Respecting the client's autonomy and letting them make their own decisions
B) Taking control of the situation and ensuring the client's safety
C) Ignoring the client's suicidal ideation to avoid causing harm.
B) Taking control of the situation and ensuring the client's safety
A substance use social worker is working with a teenage client who has confided in them that they are engaging in substance abuse. The client has expressed a desire to quit using drugs, but is afraid of the potential legal consequences if they seek help. The social worker is torn between honoring the client's confidentiality and reporting the drug use to their parents. The social worker is faced with the ethical dilemma of whether to breach confidentiality to ensure the client receives appropriate care or to honor the client's request for confidentiality, even if it means putting the client's health and well-being at risk. What should they do?
No correct answer. While the social worker has a duty to maintain confidentiality, there may be circumstances where the duty to protect the client's health and well-being or the safety of others may override this obligation. However, the social worker should also strive to involve the client in the process.
What does the DSM V stand for?
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition
Is this an example of the residual or institutional view of social welfare: Food stamps, stimulus checks, and rent subsidies.
Residual
Name Every Level of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs (starting from the bottom)
Physiological Needs, Safety Needs, Love and Belonging, Esteem, and Self-Actualization
As a social worker, you have been assigned to work with a client who has a history of substance abuse. You are concerned that the client may be using drugs again and could harm themselves or others. What ethical consideration should you prioritize when working with this client?
A) Confidentiality and maintaining the client's privacy
B) Reporting the client's substance abuse to the authorities
C) Encouraging the client to seek treatment and support
D) Providing financial assistance to the client to prevent further drug use
C) Encouraging the client to seek treatment and support
James is a Social Worker that typically works with persons experiencing homelessness at Roof Above. One day, a woman comes to his office and asks for help as a homeless man she met is currently struggling with his health. You decide to meet with him and ask a few questions. What are some engagement skills that James could use?
(Class Dependent)
Ex: Rapport Building, Non-judgment, validation, Positive regard, empathy, respecting diversity, Encouraging client participation, forming partnership, etc.
What is one primary benefit of using a harm reduction model in social work practice?
It reduces stigma and increases engagement by meeting clients where they are in their readiness for change.