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SOC 445 Assignments – The Generalist Case Manager
Course Discussions
SOC 445 Topic 1Â Discussion Question 1
Explain how case management is not therapy. Why is it important for the case manager to have good listening skills even though they do not conduct therapy sessions?
SOC 445 Topic 1Â Discussion Question 2
After watching “The First Interview” video and analyzing it, explain why it is important for a case manager to develop a rapport with a client. Recommend some ways to accomplish this task. How would you decide on a questioning technique before interviewing a client?
SOC 445 Topic 2Â Discussion Question 1
Read the Case Management Code of Ethics on the CMSA website and compare those ethics to the Social Work Code of Ethics. Describe a possible ethical dilemma a case manager might face. Explain how a case manager should work to resolve this dilemma.
SOC 445 Topic 2Â Discussion Question 2
Watch the “An Ethical Issue” video located in the Topic 2 folder in MindTap. After watching the video, explain if the conversation was or was not the proper application of ethics in social work. Explain how case management ethics is rooted in social work. How would an ethical dilemma be dealt with by a social worker with a Christian worldview?
SOC 445 Topic 3 Discussion Question 1
Describe the various roles and duties a social worker has in the case management field. Explain how the case management process in social work is a helping process. Explain why it is important for the client to understand their role in the helping process. Provide some examples of a client and their role.
SOC 445 Topic 3Â Discussion Question 2
Identify the various client populations that a social worker may work with. Why is it important for a case manager to know the various client populations? What population are you most interested in working with? Explain why you are interested in working with this specific population.
SOC 445 Topic 4Â Discussion Question 1
Explain why it is important to know the strengths perspective when assisting a client/consumer. Read the “Marta” case study located in the Topic 1 folder in MindTap. Describe some of the strengths, abilities, and resources (internal and external) that you noticed in Marta. If you were assisting Marta as case manager, how would you apply the strengths assessment you completed based on her case?
SOC 445 Topic 4 Discussion Question 2
Read the “Marta” case study located in the Topic 1 folder in MindTap. Briefly describe the micro, meso, and macro levels of the ecological model found in this case (covered in Chapter 3 of the textbook). Now that you have some context about Marta’s case, recommend some appropriate resources for Marta. Explain some possible barriers that might keep Marta from utilizing these resources.
SOC 445 Assignments – The Generalist Case Manager
SOC 445 Topic 5Â Discussion Question 1
Read the “Dave” case study located in the Topic 1 folder in MindTap. After reading the case study, recommend some appropriate interventions. Identify the stakeholders in Dave’s social services system. Considering the stakeholders involved in Dave’s life, how would you advise Dave to move forward toward change?
SOC 445 Topic 5Â Discussion Question 2
Complete the “Cultural Competence Worksheet.” Describe the fictional client/consumer you created. Discuss the following: What you need to know as a social worker to work with a client/consumer from this kind of cultural background? How would you recommend interventions to another social worker based on the cultural background of this client/consumer population? How would a social worker with the Christian Worldview handle a client/consumer from a different cultural worldview? Keep in mind the NASW Code of Ethics when answering the question.
SOC 445 Topic 6Â Discussion Question 1
Explain why it is important to conduct an intake interview before beginning the treatment phase of the case management process. What is some of the basic information a social worker can glean from the first interview? How does this information assist the case manager in selecting a possible program for referral? What eligible criteria is required for a program to be low risk for the client?
SOC 445 Topic 6Â Discussion Question 2
For the Case Management Process assignment in this course, you selected a client/consumer. Write a specific corresponding case note for the intake and assessment of your selected client. What are some of the specifics you included in the case note? Finally, conduct research in your community for a possible treatment program to refer your client to. Describe the program and what the eligibility criteria was that makes it low risk.
SOC 445 Topic 7Â Discussion Question 1
Access and watch the “Developing a Service Plan” video located in the Topic 7 folder in MindTap. Evaluate how the case manager supported the client/consumer. Why is it important for the social worker to collaborate with the client/consumer to determine appropriate goals? Why shouldn’t only the social worker set goals/objectives for the client? Explain why it is important for goals to have time frames along with areas of responsibility for the client/consumer.
SOC 445 Topic 7Â Discussion Question 2
For the Case Management Process assignment in this course, you selected a client/consumer. Using the selected client/consumer’s case, write a specific corresponding case note on goal setting and intervention activities for your client/consumer. Post the note in the discussion forum. Comment on the manageability of the goals your peers posted. How can these goals be managed or measured?
SOC 445 Topic 8Â Discussion Question 1
Access and view the “Helping Tom Solve a Personal Problem” video located in Topic 8 folder in MindTap. Explain the purpose of monitoring in case management. What does effective monitoring look like? Provide an example of how you would monitor Tom. Explain the importance of time-management skills to conduct effective monitoring, evaluation, and termination activities. Imagine you are assigned to help Tom. Suggest some time-management strategies to effectively conduct monitoring, evaluation, and termination for Tom’s case.
SOC 445 Assignments – The Generalist Case Manager
SOC 445 Topic 8 Discussion Question 2
For the Case Management Process assignment in this course, you selected a client/consumer. Using the selected client/consumer’s case, write a specific corresponding case note (150-200 words) for monitoring, evaluation, and termination activities. Post your note in the discussion forum. Comment on the proposed strategies for facilitating effective monitoring, evaluation, and termination activities presented by your classmates.
SOC 445 Assignments – The Generalist Case Manager
SOC 445 Full Course Assignments GCU
SOC 445 Topic 1Â The First Interview Worksheet (1.2)
SOC-445.CaseMgmtProcessAssignmentCriteria2.docx SOC-445.R.T7CaseManagementProcess.docx SOC-
SOC 445 Topic 2Â Ethics in Social Work Worksheet
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SOC 445 Topic 3Â Case Management Process Section 2: Assess the Client/Consumer
SOC 445 Assignments – The Generalist Case Manager
SOC 445 Topic 3Â Client Role Job Aid
In addition, provide the best practice recommendations for social workers regarding the appropriate problem-solving strategies and assessment techniques for the various populations.
Both sides of the tri-fold brochure must be fully utilized. Images may be used; however, only use images with small file sizes. You may use Microsoft Word, which has several creative document templates.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assessment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
Students are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Turn in to the assignment folder by the end of Topic 3.
SOC 445 Topic 4Â Roadblocks in Social Work Worksheet
SOC 445 Topic 5Â Case Management Process Section 3: Planning and Linking
SOC 445 Topic 6Â Case Management Process Section 4: Intake and Monitoring
SOC 445 Topic 7Â Case Management Process Section 5: Terminating the Case
SOC-445.CaseMgmtProcessTemplate.docx SOC-445.CaseMgmtProcessAssignmentCriteria2.docx
Next, describe the skills needed to thoughtfully engage your client/consumer through a change experience, keeping in mind cultural awareness, ethics, and client autonomy. As a social worker, what are the challenges you may experience and the biases you must be aware of for yourself as a social worker in each case?
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
This assignment assesses the following programmatic competency:
4.2: Determine the appropriate human service general practitioner strategies for various settings.
This assignment assesses the Leadership Mission Critical Domain
Turn in the completed assignment in Topic 8.