This course is a study of the social welfare system of the United States. Emphasis is placed on the manifest and latent functions of social welfare policy and the extent to which policies reinforce or reduce the oppression of diverse populations in society. Major consideration is given to building a knowledge and value base for practice with individuals and families, descriptive and analytical reasoning, and assessment skills. The application of this content to populations at risk and diverse groups is included. This course focuses on commonly used and abused drugs as well as to the dynamics and treatment of addiction.
Emphasis is placed on social work intervention aimed at prevention and treatment of addiction.
Social work practice from a generalist perspective with an emphasis on the micro and mezzo levels including data collection, assessment, intervention planning, and evaluation. Students study social work theory and practice methodology applied to problem solving with individuals, families, and groups. An analytical consideration of the various child welfare services available to abused and neglected children in their own homes, in substitute care, and through the community. Emphasis is on skill development in social work intervention with abused and neglected children and their families. Interviewing and Counseling.