Discussing the Writing Process Reflection and Goals

1 Discussing the Writing Process: Reflection and Goals Harvard University 2 The Role and Scope of Practice of Social Workers Social workers, with their capacity to help people with various social and individual difficulties to overcome them and enjoy a better lifestyle and happiness, are an integral part of society. The extent of their functions covers a wide range, including counselling activities and representing and helping the oppressed and needy in society. Social workers are a group of professionals with knowledge, experience, and skills that are used to fight complex social problems and promote positive change within various settings. Education & Training Requirements The majority of those planning their careers to become social workers will have to go through a demanding educational program. While initial-level posts require a BSW, most social workers advance their knowledge and careers via an MSW as they go after higher-value positions and enjoy the additional knowledge to diversify their fields of study. Social work curriculums commonly cover diverse subjects, including behavioural sciences, social policies, research techniques, and field practices. Furthermore, social workers have the opportunity to impart specialized knowledge through internships, fellowships, or supervised practice, thus developing skills in different general areas such as clinical social workers, child welfare specialists, or health care social workers. Licensure Requirements The license of social workers satisfies the purpose of practising legally and ethically. Licensure also applies in Mississippi and elsewhere. It entails completion of a social work degree from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited institution, accruing supervised work 3 experience, and then passing a licensure examination organized by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB). Licensure offers social workers the opportunity to be "licensed". It thus demonstrates that they have met the established standards of competency, and they also adhere to ethical, social behaviour in their daily work. Work Settings and Activities Social workers can be found working in a multitude of different settings, from hospitals and mental health clinics to schools, community organizations, and city, regional, and national departments of social welfare. They attend to a variety of tasks, including client assessment, development of management plans, provision of counselling and support, client's rights, acting as an advocate, and coordinating referrals to other resources. When it comes to people or communities, social workers no longer engage themselves in the endeavour of promoting social justice and empowering the clients via the intervention strategies they use. Professional Organization and Membership Social workers follow the trend in that membership in national professional organizations such as the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) gives not only them the chance for networking, access to resources, and continuing education but also a sense of belonging and being part of the community. To become a social worker of NASW members, they normally needed to be a social work graduate with a degree conferred by an accredited institution and follow the NASW Code of Ethics, which comprises a set of ethical principles and professional behaviour for ethical standards of social work practice. Involvement in professional societies will help social workers keep up with the new developments, leading practices, and advocacy within this occupation. 4 Comparison with Related Professions Social workers, along with psychologists, counsellors and psychiatrists, play important roles in helping professionals, though they have different outlooks and methods. The scope of professionals working on mental health, such as psychologists and psychiatrists, is considered limited, which is against what social workers do, mainly coming up with ways of addressing related psychological conditions and social factors, to name a few. Professionals' practice has usually been guided by the principle of the holistic approach, acknowledging the surroundings of people's social lives regardless of social conditions, cultures, or systemic hindrances. In sum, social workers' functions in addressing social injustice, promoting social justice, and enhancing the activation of individuals and communities to achieve their greatest abilities need not be overlooked. Social workers are educators, practitioners, and advocates for social change who also dedicate their time to defending human dignity and the rights of every person. 5 References Clinical & Counseling Psychologists at My Next Move. (n.d.). Www.mynextmove.org. https://www.mynextmove.org/profile/summary/19-3033.00 Jobs | Provider Solutions & Development. (n.d.). Jobs.psdconnect.org. Retrieved April 28, 2024, from https://jobs.psdconnect.org/jobs/?q=2.%09Mental%20Health%20Counselor&jobId=1570 7 Providence Jobs - Social Worker MSW - PACE/Elderplace in Seattle, Washington, United States. (n.d.). Www.providenceiscalling.jobs. Retrieved April 28, 2024, from https://www.providenceiscalling.jobs/seattle-wa/social-worker-mswpaceelderplace/91298BD3FCAB4539BA34242091EB76C0/job/ Psychiatrists at My Next Move. (n.d.). Www.mynextmove.org. https://www.mynextmove.org/profile/summary/29-1223.00