NASW Code of Ethics
A social worker volunteers at a food pantry to help families who are experiencing food insecurity. Which NASW value is demonstrated?
What is Service
A social worker makes sure they get enough rest, eat regularly, and stay physically active. These are examples of what type of self-care?
What is physical self care
This theory focuses on how rewards and consequences shape behavior.
What is behaviorism
This system includes a person's family, friends, and school.
What is microsystem
The social worker builds trust and explains their role.
What is intake and engagement
A social worker builds trust with a client so they feel comfortable discussing their concerns. Which core value is being demonstrated?
What is the importance of human relationships
After a difficult day, a social worker takes time to process their feelings and talk with someone they trust. What type of self-care is this?
What is emotional self care
This theory says people learn by watching and imitating others.
What is social learning theory
This refers to factors like housing, income, and access to healthcare.
What are social determinants of health
The social worker identifies the client's needs, strengths, and barriers.
What is assessment
A social worker avoids judging a client based on their past mistakes and focuses instead on the client's strengths and ability to grow. Which NASW core value does this demonstrate?
What is dignity and worth of a person
A social worker makes time to spend with supportive friends and family and maintains relationships outside of work. What type of self-care does this represent?
What is social self care
This theory focuses on unconscious thoughts and childhood experiences.
What is Psychodynamic Theory
Working with communities and organizations is considered this level of social work practice.
What is macro system
The social worker and client create goals and a plan.
What is service planning
A social worker realizes they made an error in a client's documentation and immediately corrects it rather than hiding the mistake. Which core value does this demonstrate?
What is integrity
A social worker regularly attends supervision, sets realistic limits on their caseload, takes breaks, and uses vacation time to prevent work from becoming overwhelming. What type of self-care is this?
What is professional self care
This theory explains behavior through a person's relationships and family dynamics.
What is family systems theory
This system involves interactions between a person's different microsystems, such as family and school.
What is mesosystem
The social worker connects the client with resources and services.
What is Implementation and Coordination
A social worker learns that a client is being denied an opportunity because of discrimination. The social worker advocates for fair treatment while respecting the client's choices, maintaining a professional relationship, and being honest about what they can and cannot do to help.
What are the NASW core values of Social Justice, Dignity and Worth of the Person, Importance of Human Relationships, and Integrity
A social worker spends time reflecting on their values, purpose, and sense of meaning through different practices. What type of self-care are they practicing?
What is spiritual self care
This theory explains development through interactions between people and their environments.
What is Ecological Systems Theory
This perspective views a person as being influenced by their family, community, institutions, and larger society.
What is the systems perspective
The social worker tracks progress and adjusts the plan as needed.
What is Monitoring, Advocacy, and Reassessment