Auburn University Social Work Program Field Education Manual For Students, Agency Supervisors and Field Instructors BSW Courses: Social Work Practicum – SOWO 3910 Social Work Internship – SOWO 4920 BSW Integrative Seminar – SOWO 4950 MSW Courses: Generalist Field – SOWO 7920 Advanced Field – SOWO 7930 MSW Integrative Seminar – SOWO 7950 Auburn University Social Work Program Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work 7030 Haley Center Auburn, AL 36849 Phone: (334) 844-4646 Professor Angie Burque, Field Director Professor Nana Daronatsy, Assistant Director Professor Emily Myers, Faculty Field Liaison Professor Julie Wells, Faculty Field Liaison Date: August 2017
Practice Behavior Student Activity/Task Responsible Person Target Date 1 A Advocate for client access to the services of social work 1 A Identify your Awareness of problem/situation in which advocacy is indicted Describe strategies for advocacy Develop client-focused Resource Manual Identify gaps in service & service delivery Help to remove stigma/mindset related to clients served 1 B Practice personal reflection & self-correction to assure continual professional development 1 B Awareness in critical assessment of personal perspectives and biases. Obtain feedback on specific situations Review of Code of Ethics ID personal strengths/weaknesses
Establish effective working relationships Act on corrective feedback Journaling with focus on personal perspectives and biases. 1 C Attend to professional and boundaries 1 C Read and adhere to NASW code of Ethics Identify ethical issues Provide education, advocacy, counseling, information & referral etc. Complete confidentiality forms Best practices – role play Assume professional responsibilities 1 D Demonstrate professional demeanor in behavior, appearance, and communication 1 D Adhere to agency dress code Address clients in respectful
Identify agency policies that create barriers for clients to receive services. 1 F Use supervision and consultation 1 F Ask educator for feedback regarding appropriate behavior with regard to social work mission, values, and ethics. COMPETENCY 2: Apply social work ethical principles to guide professional practice Practice Behavior Agency Activity/Task Responsible Person Target Date 2 A Recognize & manage personal values in a way that allows professional values to guide practice 2 A Identify personal ethics and biases related to the client population at your agency. Compare and contrast with Social Work Code of Ethics Recognize diverse populations Practice identifying strengths in vulnerable populations. Journaling 2 B Make ethical decisions by applying standards of the NASW Code of Ethics and, as 2 B Identify an ethical dilemma and acknowledge similarities and distinctions in the practice
applicable, of the International Federation of Social Workers/International Association of Schools of Social Work Ethics in Social Work, Statement of Principles guidance provided by the NASW and IFSW/IASSW codes. Identify possible risk areas for boundary crossing with clients 2 C Tolerate ambiguity in resolving ethical conflicts 2 C Recognize the potential for multiple outcomes in any given ethical dilemma in the context of competing social work values. 2 D Apply strategies of ethical reasoning to arrive at principled decisions +++ 2 D Utilization of personal reflection and resolution strategies to resolve ethical dilemmas in work with specific population ____________ Apply NASW Code of Ethics to ethical dilemmas. COMPETENCY 3: Apply critical thinking to inform and communicate professional judgments Practice Behavior Student Activity/Task Responsible Person Target Date
families. COMPETENCY 4: Engage diversity and difference in practice Practice Behavior Student Activity/Task Responsible Person Target Date 4 A Recognize the extent to culture’s structures & values may oppress, marginalize, alienate, or create/enhance privilege/power 4 A Identify ways in which a culture’s biases, beliefs, institutions, or practices may marginalize or oppress its diverse members (i.e., older adults) Review policy & determine several populations that may experience oppression, alienation within the system; what we are to prevent?
COMPETENCY 4: Engage diversity and difference in practice Practice Behavior Student Activity/Task Responsible Person Target Date 4 A Recognize the extent to which culture’s structures & values may oppress, marginalize, alienate, or create/enhance privilege/power 4 A Identify ways in a culture’s biases, beliefs, institutions, or practices may marginalize or oppress its diverse members (i.e., older adults) Review policy & determine several populations that may experience oppression, alienation within the system; what we are doing to prevent? 4 B Gain sufficient self-awareness to eliminate the influence of personal biases and values in working with diverse groups 4 B Articulate how one’s own personal stereotypes, cultural background, family history and experiences with diversity impact work with diverse groups and influence social work practice. Create a personal assessment (inventory) of cultural background/family history to explore self-awareness & how these experiences impact social work practice 4 C Recognize and communicate their understanding of the importance of difference in shaping life experiences 4 C Sufficient self-awareness to reduce the influence of personal biases in work with diverse groups Utilize mutuality & strengths perspective for strategies in an assessment (problem- solving)
10 A Substantively and affectively prepare for action with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities 10 A Determine appropriate content and activities for a group session with older adults. 10 B Use empathy and other interpersonal skills 10 B Build consensus around group goals 10 C Develop a mutually agreed-on focus of work and desired outcomes 10 C Select and utilize validated assessment tools to track client progress appropriate for an agency target population Organize client data in a coherent way for analysis Interpret client data correctly and communicate that information to others Use appropriate tools and information to identify clients’ strengths and limitations Practice Behavior: Assessment and Planning 10 D Collect, organize, and interpret client data 10 D Complete a biopsychosocial assessment to determine client’s strengths and limitations
Using the scale below, rate the intern in each of the following areas for each practice behavior: 1 - Failing Level 2- Below Expected Level 3 -At Expected Level 4 - Expected Level 5 -Outstanding Level IE -Insufficient Evidence** **Note “IE” is not an allowable rating for the final evaluation Please circle the appropriate rating 1. Identify as a professional social worker and conduct oneself accordingly 1. Advocate for client access to the services of social work. 1 2 3 4 5 IE 2. Practice personal reflection and self-correction to assure continual professional development. 1 2 3 4 5 IE 3. Attend to professional and boundaries. 1 2 3 4 5 IE 4. Demonstrate professional demeanor in behavior, appearance, and communication. 1 2 3 4 5 IE 5. Engage in career-long learning (i.e. take initiative to learn about client context, practice models and resources) 1 2 3 4 5 IE 6. Use supervision and consultation. 1 2 3 4 5 IE Section Score: 1 - Failing Level 2- Below Expected Level 3 -At Expected Level 4 - Above Expected Level 5 -Outstanding Level IE -Insufficient Evidence** Please circle the appropriate rating 2. Apply social work ethical principles to guide professional practice 7. Recognize and manage personal values in a way that allows professional values to guide practice. 1 2 3 4 5 IE 8. Make ethical decisions by applying standards of the NASW Code of Ethics and, as applicable, of the International Federation of Social Workers/Int’l Association of Schools of Social Work Ethics in Social Work, Statement of Principles 1 2 3 4 5 IE 9. Tolerate ambiguity in resolving ethical conflicts. 1 2 3 4 5 IE
AUBURN UNIVERSITY - SOCIAL WORK PROGRAM DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY, ANTHROPOLOGY, AND SOCIAL WORK SOWO 7920: Generalist Field EDUCATIONAL LEARNING PLAN Date: Student Name: Agency Name : Agency Address: Agency Telephone: Email: Website: Student Telephone: Email: Alt phone: Faculty Liaison: Email: Telephone: Educator: Telephone: Task Supervisor (if applicable) Email: Telephone: Field Placement Schedule Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Placement Start Date: Placement End Date: Directions: The student educational plan provides a broad framework for developing an individualized plan which is responsive to the needs of the student and the resources of the field agency. It is designed to give direction and educational structure to the field experience and is developed around the core practice competencies that are designated in the 2015 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Nine Core Competencies Identified by CSWE: Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice Engage in Practice-informed Research and Research-informed Practice Engage in Policy Practice
10. Contextualize all client interactions including assessments utilizing the lenses of social justice, 11. Use knowledge of the effects of oppression, discrimination, and historical trauma on client and client systems to guide treatment planning and intervention, 12. Advocate at multiple levels for mental health parity and reduction of health disparities for diverse populations. Competency 4: Engage in Practice-informed Research and Research-informed Practice Advanced clinical practitioners are knowledgeable evidence-based interventions, best practices, and the evidence-based research process. Behavior Student Activity/Task Responsible Person Target Date 13. Use the evidence-based practice process in clinical assessment and intervention with clients 14. Participate in the generation of new
Competency 2: Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice Applies and communicates understanding of the importance of diversity and difference in shaping life experiences in practice at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels 1 2 3 4 5 na Presents her/himself as a learner and engages clients and constituencies as experts of their own experiences 1 2 3 4 5 na Applies self-awareness and self-regulation to manage the influence of personal biases and values in working with diverse clients and constituencies 1 2 3 4 5 na Comments: Competency 3: Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice Applies her/his understanding of social, economic, and environmental justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels 1 2 3 4 5 na Engages in practices that advance social, economic, and environmental justice 1 2 3 4 5 na Comments: Competency 4: Engage in Practice-informed Research and Research-informed Practice Uses practice experience and theory to inform scientific inquiry and research 1 2 3 4 5 na Applies critical thinking to engage in analysis of quantitative and qualitative research methods and research findings 1 2 3 4 5 na Uses and translates research evidence to inform and improve practice, policy, and service delivery 1 2 3 4 5 na Comments: Competency 5: Engage in Policy Practice Identifies social policy at the local, state, and federal level that impacts well-being, service delivery, and access to social services 1 2 3 4 5 na Assesses how social welfare and economic policies impact the delivery of and access to social services 1 2 3 4 5 na
Applies critical thinking to analyze, formulate, and advocate for policies that advance rights and social, economic, and environmental justice 1 2 3 4 5 na Comments: Competency 6: Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Applies knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks to engage with clients and constituencies 1 2 3 4 5 na Uses empathy, reflection, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage diverse clients and constituencies 1 2 3 4 5 na Comments: Competency 7: Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Collects and organizes data, and applies critical thinking to interpret information from clients and constituencies 1 2 3 4 5 na Applies knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the analysis of assessment data from clients and constituencies 1 2 3 4 5 na Develops mutually agreed-on intervention goals and objectives based on the critical assessment of strengths, needs, and challenges within clients and constituencies 1 2 3 4 5 na Selects appropriate intervention strategies based on the assessment, research knowledge, and values and preferences of clients and constituencies 1 2 3 4 5 na Comments: Competency 8: Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Critically chooses and implements interventions to achieve practice goals and enhance capacities of clients and constituencies 1 2 3 4 5 na
Applies knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in interventions with clients and constituencies 1 2 3 4 5 na Uses inter-professional collaboration as appropriate to achieve beneficial practice outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 na Negotiates, mediates, and advocates with and on behalf of diverse clients and constituencies 1 2 3 4 5 na Facilitates effective transitions and endings that advance mutually agreed-on goals 1 2 3 4 5 na Comments: Competency 9: Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Selects and uses appropriate methods for evaluation of outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 na Applies knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the evaluation of outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 na Critically analyzes, monitors, and evaluates intervention and program processes and outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 na Applies evaluation findings to improve practice effectiveness at the mezzo, and macro levels 1 2 3 4 5 na Comments: Overall Evaluation at MIDTERM: Please one of the following at the midterm evaluation. At the final evaluation do NOT complete this section. This intern is excelling in field placement by performing above expectations for interns. This intern is meeting the expectations of a field placement intern. This intern is functioning somewhat the expectations of a field placement intern. There is a question whether this intern will be ready for beginning level social work practice by the end of placement. This intern is functioning below the expectations of a field placement intern. There is considerable concern that this intern will not be ready for beginning level social work practice by the end of placement. This intern should perhaps be encouraged to pursue another major. Comments/elaboration: