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Master SyllabusUniversity of Utah

B.S.W. ProgramSocial Work 4702: Practicum

Instructor: Dr. Ruth Gerritsen McKane, LCSW

Office: SW327

Phone: 801-585-3162

E-mail: [email protected]

Office Hours: By Appt.

Required Materials

National Association of Social Workers (2008). NASW Code of Ethics, Washington, DC: NASW Press https://www.socialworkers.org/pubs/code/default.asp

This manual is required reading for all students and field instructors and is found on the BSW website: http://www.socwk.utah.edu/pdf/bswfieldmanual.pdf

Course Description

The Social Work Practicum is a required component of the social work major at the University of Utah. In this course students are placed in a social agency setting under the supervision of a social work practitioner. Students entering the Practicum (SW 4702) must have senior status, and have completed and passed all preparatory course work, and have a minimum GPA of 2.35. The field Practicum provides structured supervised learning experiences enabling students to enhance and further integrate their practice knowledge, skills, and values in multiple settings.

Course Outcome

Students are required to complete the Field Practicum Application and the Practicum Placement Process during the semester prior to entering the field experience. All students must complete a minimum of 450 hours in an approved agency engaged in social work activities designed to test the student's acquisition and application of skills, knowledge and values. Social work students participate in the delivery of social services to a combination of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.

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http://www.socwk.utah.edu/pdf/bswfieldmanual.pdf

mailto:[email protected]

Prerequisites

SW 3102, SW 4100, SW 4201, SW 4301, SW 4302, and SW 4401. ONE of the following may be taken as a co-requisite: SW 4301 or SW 4401.

Co-requisite SW 4782

Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

CSWE is the accrediting body for undergraduate and graduate social work programs in the United States. They developed the Educational Policy Accreditation Standards (EPAS) by which curriculum and programs are assessed and accredited (See Appendix A).

ADA Statement

The University of Utah seeks to provide equal access to its programs, services and activities for people with disabilities. If you will need accommodations in the class, reasonable prior notice needs to be given to the Center for Disability Services (CDS), 162 Olpin Union Building, (801) 581-5020 (V/TDD). CDS will work with you and the instructor to make arrangements for accommodations. All information in this course can be made available in alternative format with prior notification from the Center for Disability Services.

Wellness Statement

Personal concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, depression, cross-cultural differences, etc., can interfere with a student’s ability to succeed and thrive at the University of Utah. For helpful resources contact the University Counseling Center (801) 581-6826 and/or Center for Student Wellness (801) 581-7776.

Violence and Harassment

Title IX makes it clear that violence and harassment based on sex and gender (which includes sexual orientation and gender identity/expression) is a Civil Rights offense subject to the same kind of accountability and the same kinds of support applied to offenses against other protected categories such has race, national origin, color, religion, age, status as a person with a disability, veteran’s status, or genetic information. If you or someone you know has been harassed or assaulted, you are encouraged to report it to the Title IX Coordinator in the Office Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 135 Park Building, (801) 581-8365, or the Office of the Dean of Students, 270 Union Building, (801) 581-7066. For support and confidential consultation, contact the Center for Student Wellness, 426 SSB, (801) 581-7776. To report to the police, contact the Department of Public Safety, (801) 585-2677 (COPS).

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Gender Pronoun and Name Preferences

Class rosters are provided to the instructor with the student’s legal name as well as “Preferred first name” (if previously entered by you in the Student Profile section of your CIS account). While CIS refers to this as merely a preference, I will honor you by referring to you with the name and pronoun that feels best for you in class, on papers, exams, group projects, etc. Please advise me of any name or pronoun changes (and update CIS) so I can help create a learning environment in which you, your name, and your pronoun will be respected. If you need assistance getting your preferred name on your UIDcard, please visit the LGBT Resource Center Room 409 in the Olpin Union Building, or email [email protected] to schedule a time to drop by. The LGBT Resource Center hours are Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, and 8:00am-6:00pm on Tuesdays.

Veteran Center

If you are a student veteran, the University of Utah has a Veterans Support Center located in Room 161 in the Olpin Union Building. Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Please visit their website for more information about what support they offer, a list of ongoing events and links to outside resources: http://veteranscenter.utah.edu/. Please also let me know if you need any additional support in this class for any reason.

Learners of English as an Additional/Second Language

If you are an English language learner, please be aware of several resources on campus that will support you with your language and writing development. These resources include: the Writing Center (http://writingcenter.utah.edu/); the Writing Program (http://writing-program.utah.edu/); the English Language Institute (http://continue.utah.edu/eli/). Please let me know if there is any additional support you would like to discuss for this class. Additionally, you may contact Bachelor of Social Work academic advisor Elizabeth Perez to learn more about resources for English language learners: [email protected]

Academic Integrity Statement

Student Code of Conduct: While scholastic dishonesty is not anticipated, students shall be subject to The University of Utah’s policy on this subject. See Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy at http://www.admin.utah.edu/ppmanual. Students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with this policy and standards. Please note that academic misconduct violates the NASW Code of Ethics, and represents a failure to achieve learning outcomes related to EPAS 2.1.2, social work ethics and professional conduct.

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Academic Misconduct

The College of Social Work does not permit or tolerate academic misconduct. The following information is drawn from the University of Utah’s Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities (http://www.regulations.utah.edu/academics/6-400.html):

“Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to, cheating, misrepresenting one's work, inappropriately collaborating, plagiarism, and fabrication or falsification of information, as defined further below. It also includes facilitating academic misconduct by intentionally helping or attempting to help another to commit an act of academic misconduct.

1. Cheating involves the unauthorized possession or use of information, materials, notes, study aids, or other devices in any academic exercise, or the unauthorized communication with another person during such an exercise. Common examples of cheating include, but are not limited to, copying from another student's examination, submitting work for an in-class exam that has been prepared in advance, violating rules governing the administration of exams, having another person take an exam, altering one's work after the work has been returned and before resubmitting it, or violating any rules relating to academic conduct of a course or program.

2. Misrepresenting one's work includes, but is not limited to, representing material prepared by another as one's own work, or submitting the same work in more than one course without prior permission of both faculty members.

3. Plagiarism means the intentional unacknowledged use or incorporation of any other person's work in, or as a basis for, one's own work offered for academic consideration or credit or for public presentation. Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, representing as one's own, without attribution, any other individual’s words, phrasing, ideas, sequence of ideas, information or any other mode or content of expression.

4. Fabrication or falsification includes reporting experiments or measurements or statistical analyses never performed; manipulating or altering data or other manifestations of research to achieve a desired result; falsifying or misrepresenting background information, credentials or other academically relevant information; or selective reporting, including the deliberate suppression of conflicting or unwanted data. It does not include honest error or honest differences in interpretations or judgments of data and/or results.”

Official Drop/Withdrawal

The last day to drop classes is [date]; the last day to withdraw from this class is [date]. Please check the academic calendar for more information pertaining to dropping and withdrawing from a course. Withdrawing from a course and other matters of registration are the student’s responsibility.

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Academic Advising

If you struggle in this course, please contact your instructor and set up a time to discuss the situation and receive help. In addition, please know that you are welcome to consult with the Social Work academic advisor, Elizabeth Perez. Depending on your situation, she may recommend campus resources, a change in course schedule, or other forms of assistance. Elizabeth may be reached at [email protected]

Content Accommodation

The content of this course is largely mandated by the requirements of CSWE. In accordance with University of Utah policy, students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with these requirements before requesting substantive content accommodations.

Instruction and Learning Methods

Course Expectations

Successful completion of the Practicum with a minimum of 450 hours is requiredin order to obtain the Bachelor of Social Work degree. Students will have achoice of either a one semester or two semester format. Following the one semesterformat, students need to average 30 hours per week over 15 weeks NOT counting timeoff for the holidays. Students who choose a two semester practicum format, will average15 hours per week over 30 weeks.

In order to understand the ways in which social work concepts and activitiesimpact populations, students are expected to be in placement during regular agency business hours when professional social workers and administrators are most likely to be available for coordination, collaboration and supervision. Additionally, it is expected that all assignments and clock hours are completed at the practicum site the defined practicum site may include multiple agencies and/or community home visits).

Time spent at the weekly seminar does not count toward the required 450 hours. We havelittle flexibility within this time framework for sick leave, personal emergencies, etc. If,in spite of these efforts, the student approaches the end of a semester with too few hours,a "I" (Incomplete) grade will be recorded, and the hours can be completed during finalsweek or thereafter. However, such a delay may jeopardize an end of term graduation.

Because the Practicum is educational in focus and activity, the student needs tobe aware that it is not expected to augment the 450 required hours in waysdetrimental to other personal or work priorities. In other words, the student is not requiredby the University to put in many hours in excess of the 450 to meet, for example, the

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needs or requests of the agency. Students are urged to be aware of personal andprofessional obligations and priorities and to determine the total hours spent during thePracticum in a way that does not jeopardize academic progress, mental health, or workhours.

Course Assignments

In order to receive a grade of credit, student must complete a minimum of 450 clock hours, the practicum assignments and successfully meet the practicum learning objectives. Student must complete the minimum number of required practice experiences with individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations, as determined by the practicum setting:

Practicum Assignments Minimum Number RequiredCommunity 2

Agency 2Groups 2Families 2

Individuals 4Research Project 1

Incompletes

A student who will be engaged with their practicum over two semesters will receive an “I” / incomplete. Upon successful completion of hours and assignments, the “I” will be changed to a “credit.”.

Safety

As part of professional social work education, students will have assignments that involve working in agency settings and engaging with the community. As such, these assignments may present some risks. Sound choices and caution may lower risks inherent to the profession. It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of and adhere to policies and practices related to agency and/or community safety. Students should notify the appropriate authority regarding any safety concerns.

Confidentiality

Personal disclosure is not an expectation or requirement of this course. However, it may be appropriate for students to share information during class as it relates to learning about a particular topic. Students are expected to adhere to all professional standards of confidentiality during the semester.

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Grading

Students receive a grade of credit/no credit. If a student is completing their practicum over two semesters they will receive an “I”. Once all of the required assignments and hours are completed, a change grade of “CR” will be submitted.

The Practicum Process and Outline

While the general outline of the Practicum process listed below implies sequentially, many of the activities are engaged in simultaneously. The earlier items, which cover transition into the role of a professional social worker, begin on the first day of agency assignment and develop over the entire placement. Although individual students often start at varying levels of competence in field practice, professional development of the student typically unfolds sequentially from basic orientation to the agency and community, growth in use of self and other resources, short term and limited intervention strategies, shared intervention responsibilities with agency workers, to full responsibility for intervention with individuals, families, small groups, organizations, and communities.

Obtaining a field placementAttending Practicum OrientationMeeting with BSW field director to discuss career interests and placement optionsInterviewing for a placementFinalizing arrangements for placementAgency supervisor's evaluation of studentPracticum Learning Plan (Appendix C) /LogsSite visits with field directorPracticum assignments, clock hours and learning objectivesEvaluation

Agency OrientationIntroduction to staff"Intern space": desk, office, supplies, phone, etc.Agency mission statementOverall perspective of department and programsReading assignments pertinent to agency serviceAgency forms and procedures

Introduction and Orientation to Generalist Practice Task Assignments for Students Including:Working with individuals and case managementWorking with groupsWorking with familiesWorking with organizations and/or community projectsResearch (Evidence-Based Practice effectiveness)

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Gaining an In-depth Understanding of the Placement Agency Clients servedSource of fundsPrograms offeredRoles and responsibilities of the staffBoard and staff meetingsFormal organizational structureHow to survive and thrive in an agencyAgency norms and values regarding minority and women

Visits to Other Agencies in the Service Network of the Placement AgencyRoles and activities of these agenciesRelationships between agenciesCooperation, coordination and competition between agencies.

Serving ClientsInitial orientation and observationAssignment of clients to studentConferences with agency and faculty supervisorsImportance of confidentialityDocumentation and record keepingWorking with diverse client populationsRecognizing and combating negative stereotypes in serving clients who are subjected to discrimination and oppressionAddressing gender based issues

Integration of Classroom Knowledge with the Delivery of Social Work ServicesKnowledge of communityImpact of social problems upon individuals, families, and communitiesApplication of intervention approachesAnalysis of student’s value orientations and feelings about clientsSatisfactions and frustrations of being a professional social worker

Monitoring and Facilitating the Student’s Progress in Placement Agency site visit with practicum director, field instructor and student Practicum Seminar Practicum Seminar LogsSupervision meetings between student and agency supervisorTelephone contacts between student, agency, supervisor, and faculty liaisonMidterm evaluation meetingFinal evaluation meeting

Preparation for Leaving Placement

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Planning for student terminating contact with clients.Planning for student terminating the agency placement.Assisting the student in continuing to develop social work skills and techniques in the future.Assisting the student to reflect upon his/her learning and growth in placement.Assisting the student to reflect upon a career in social work.Assisting the student in seeking employment if interested.Developing a commitment to professional ethics.

Site Visit

The BSW field director will visit the practicum site a minimum of once (if a student is doing their practicum in one semester, twice if doing their practicum over two semesters). Other mediums maybe used to facilitate a site visit, e.g. Zoom or SKYPE if the student is out of Utah. Additional site visits are scheduled as needed. They may be requested by the practicum student and/or the field instructor.

Evaluation

At the mid-point of the practicum experience (approximately 225 hours) and just prior to completing the 450 hours of practicum the field instructor and student will complete evaluations that will be found in the IPT system (maybe hard copies, depending on location of practicum). The practicum student initiates this process by filling out their portion of the document. After signing and saving the evaluation, the IPT system will send it to the field instructor (and the Director of BSW Field education). During supervision the field instructor, should complete the evaluation with the student present. The field instructor will evaluate the student on multiple areas (see Attachment B). A scale of 1 – 4 is utilized. A one means excellent a 4 means the student did not successfully accomplish the task.

The student and the field instructor are encouraged to make written comments on the form. Input from the agency supervisor is a key element in the social work practicum evaluation. Periodic assessment and feedback are responsibilities shared by the field instructor, the student, and the field education director. While this evaluation requires team effort; the BSW field education director is fully accountable for the assignment of “Credit,” “No Credit,” or “Incomplete.” If an instructor expects to recommend a grade of “Incomplete” or “No Credit” the field director should be notified as early as possible. Once concerns are identified, the field instructor, student and the field director will evaluate what actions should be taken.

Students who do not meet the minimum expected learning objectives and social workpractice requirements within the required number of clock hours may receive a grade of“Incomplete” or “No Credit”. Students who receive a grade of “Incomplete” or “NoCredit” are unable to continue in practicum until the grade has been reviewed and adecision is made regarding whether a student will be authorized to be referred to anotherplacement or discontinued from the BSW program.

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Use of Supervision

Each field instructor is asked to allocate at least one clinical hour per week for supervisory conference with the student. It is the responsibility of the student to be assertive in requesting and rescheduling missed or additional supervisory conferences. Advanced preparation must be made so that maximum utilization of the time can be accomplished.

Students should bring in their questions, problems, etc. at this time, and always be ready to make written notes and to consult their personal appointment calendar. The supervisory conference is also the time that evaluation of assessments, case plans, other social work activities related to client and agency contacts are discussed.

Regular supervision is a characteristic of continuing professional developmentthroughout the social worker's career. Confidence-building, acquisition of knowledge, support and skill development are all benefits of supervision. Likewise, supervisors appreciate the challenge of the student’s observations, questions and feedback.

Use of Evaluation Questions

Performance in the Practicum is a reflection of the knowledge, values and skills which accumulate from previous and current courses in the major. However, the practicum is also unique in that it contributes new knowledge, and it provides an opportunity for evaluation of the student’s in-the-field work habits and relationships with others.

The following questions will assist the student to evaluate his/her growth and professional development throughout the practicum experience.

If a social work vacancy occurred in my agency, would I be actively recruited by my supervisor?

Would my supervisor write a highly positive letter of recommendation for me?

Do I consistently perform as a competent, confident social worker in stressful situations?

Do I evaluate available data from my practice in order to improve my social work skills?

Do I apply knowledge from the social and behavioral sciences to my clientele?

Do I recognize patterns of behavior of clientele which go beyond case-specific situations?

Do I use data and knowledge to plan long range intervention strategies?

Do I respond empathetically?

Do I demonstrate imaginative, innovative social work skills?

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Do I willingly take risks on behalf of my clientele?

Am I self-aware and analytical in supervisory conferences?

Am I appropriately assertive on behalf of myself? On behalf of my profession? As an advocate for my clientele?

Do I fully use agency resources?

Do I make appropriate referrals to community resources?

Am I fully committed to promoting social and economic justice, and to the NASW Code of Ethics?

Appendix A

Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) – 2015

The EPAS Competencies in Relationship to the Instructional Materials and Assessment Methods.

Course Objectives, Instructional Materials, and Assessment Methods

THE EPAS COMPETENCIES TO THE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND ASSESSMENT METHODS

Course Objective/ Competency Instructional Materials Assessment Methods

Competency 1: Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior - Social workers understand the value base of the profession and its ethical standards, as well as relevant laws and regulations that may impact practice at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels. Social workers understand frameworks of ethical decision-making and how to apply principles of critical thinking to those frameworks in practice, research, and policy arenas. Social workers recognize personal values and the distinction between personal and professional values. They also understand how their personal experiences and affective reactions influence their professional judgment and behavior. Social workers understand the profession’s history, its mission, and the roles and responsibilities of the profession. Social Workers also understand the role of other professions when engaged in inter-professional teams. Social workers recognize the importance of life-long learning and are committed to continually updating their skills to ensure they are relevant and effective. Social workers also understand emerging forms of technology and the ethical use of technology in social work practice. Social workers:make ethical decisions by applying the standards of the

ProcessingNASW Code of Ethics

Learning PlanSW4702 Evaluations

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NASW Code of Ethics, relevant laws and regulations, models for ethical decision-making, ethical conduct of research, and additional codes of ethics as appropriate to context;

ProcessingNASW Code of EthicsAs determined by field instructor


use reflection and self-regulation to manage personal values and maintain professionalism in practice situations;



demonstrate professional demeanor in behavior; appearance; and oral, written, and electronic communication;



use technology ethically and appropriately to facilitate practice outcomes; and



use supervision and consultation to guide professional judgment and behavior.



Competency 2: Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice - Social workers understand how diversity and difference characterize and shape the human experience and are critical to the formation of identity. The dimensions of diversity are understood as the intersectionality of multiple factors including but not limited to age, class, color, culture, disability and ability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, immigration status, marital status, political ideology, race, religion/spirituality, sex, sexual orientation, and tribal sovereign status. Social workers understand that, as a consequence of difference, a person’s life experiences may include oppression, poverty, marginalization, and alienation as well as privilege, power, and acclaim. Social workers also understand the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination and recognize the extent to which a culture’s structures and values, including social, economic, political, and cultural exclusions, may oppress, marginalize, alienate, or create privilege and power. Social workers:apply and communicate understanding of the importance of diversity and difference in shaping life experiences in practice at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels;



present themselves as learners and engage clients and constituencies as experts of

ProcessingNASW Code of EthicsAs determined by field


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their own experiences; and instructorapply self-awareness and self-regulation to manage the influence of personal biases and values in working with diverse clients and constituencies



Competency 3: Advance Human rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice - Social workers understand that every person regardless of position in society has fundamental human rights such as freedom, safety, privacy, an adequate standard of living, health care, and education. Social workers understand the global interconnections of oppression and human rights violations, and are knowledgeable about theories of human need and social justice and strategies to promote social and economic justice and human rights. Social workers understand strategies designed to eliminate oppressive structural barriers to ensure that social goods, rights, and responsibilities are distributed equitably and that civil, political, environmental, economic, social, and cultural human rights are protected. Social workers:apply their understanding of social, economic, and environmental justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels; and



engage in practices that advance social, economic, and environmental justice.

ProcessingNASW Code of Ethics As determined by field instructor


Competency 4: Engage in Practice-informed Research and Research-informed Practice - Social workers understand quantitative and qualitative research methods and their respective roles in advancing a science of social work and in evaluating their practice. Social workers know the principles of logic, scientific inquiry, and culturally informed and ethical approaches to building knowledge. Social workers understand that evidence that informs practice derives from multi-disciplinary sources and multiple ways of knowing. They also understand the processes for translating research findings into effective practice. Social workers:use practice experience and theory to inform scientific inquiry and research;



apply critical thinking to engage in analysis of quantitative and qualitative research methods and research findings; and



use and translate research evidence to inform and improve practice, policy, and

ProcessingNASW Code of EthicsAs determined by field


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service delivery instructorCompetency 5: Engage in Policy Practice Social workers understand that human rights and social justice, as well as social welfare and services, are mediated by policy and its implementation at the federal, state, and local levels. Social workers understand the history and current structures of social policies and services, the role of policy in service delivery, and the role of practice in policy development. Social workers understand their role in policy development and implementation within their practice settings at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels and they actively engage in policy practice to effect change within those settings. Social workers recognize and understand the historical, social, cultural, economic, organizational, environmental, and global influences that affect social policy. They are also knowledgeable about policy formulation, analysis, implementation, and evaluation. Social workers:Identify social policy at the local, state, and federal level that impacts well-being, service delivery, and access to social services;



assess how social welfare and economic policies impact the delivery of and access to social services;



apply critical thinking to analyze, formulate, and advocate for policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice.



Competency 6: Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Social workers understand that engagement is an ongoing component of the dynamic and interactive process of social work practice with, and on behalf of, diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers value the importance of human relationships. Social workers understand theories of human behavior and the social environment, and critically evaluate and apply this knowledge to facilitate engagement with clients and constituencies, including individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand strategies to engage diverse clients and constituencies to advance practice effectiveness. apply knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks to engage with clients and constituencies; and


Learning PlanResearch ProjectSW 4702 Evaluations

use empathy, reflection, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage diverse clients and constituencies.



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Competency 7: Assess Individuals, Families, Gropus, Organizations, and Communities - Social workers understand that assessment is an ongoing component of the dynamic and interactive process of social work practice with, and on behalf of, diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand theories of human behavior and the social environment, and critically evaluate and apply this knowledge in the assessment of diverse clients and constituencies, including individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand methods of assessment with diverse clients and constituencies to advance practice effectiveness. Social workers recognize the implications of the larger practice context in the assessment process and value the importance of inter-professional collaboration in this process. Social workers understand how their personal experiences and affective reactions may affect their assessment and decision-making. Social workers:collect and organize data, and apply critical thinking to interpret information from clients and constituencies;



apply 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;



develop mutually agreed-on intervention goals and objectives based on the critical assessment of strengths, needs, and challenges within clients and constituencies; and



select appropriate intervention strategies based on the assessment, research knowledge, and values and preferences of clients and constituencies.



Competency 8: Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Social workers understand that intervention is an ongoing component of the dynamic and interactive process of social work practice with, and on behalf of, diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers are knowledgeable about evidence-informed interventions to achieve the goals of clients and constituencies, including individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand theories of human behavior and the social environment, and critically evaluate and apply this knowledge to effectively intervene with clients and constituencies. Social workers understand methods of identifying, analyzing and implementing evidence-informed interventions to achieve client and constituency goals. Social workers value the

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importance of interprofessional teamwork and communication in interventions, recognizing that beneficial outcomes may require interdisciplinary, interprofessional, and inter-organizational collaboration. Social workers:critically choose and implement interventions to achieve practice goals and enhance capacities of clients and constituencies;


Learning PlanSW 4702 Evaluations

apply knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in interventions with clients and constituencies;



use inter-professional collaboration as appropriate to achieve beneficial practice outcomes;



negotiate, mediate, and advocate with and on behalf of diverse clients and constituencies; and



facilitate effective transitions and endings that advance mutually agreed-on goals.


Learning Plan

SW 4702 Evaluations

Competency 9: Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities - Social workers understand that evaluation is an ongoing component of the dynamic and interactive process of social work practice with, and on behalf of, diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities. Social workers recognize the importance of evaluating processes and outcomes to advance practice, policy, and service delivery effectiveness. Social workers understand theories of human behavior and the social environment, and critically evaluate and apply this knowledge in evaluating outcomes. Social workers understand qualitative and quantitative methods for evaluating outcomes and practice effectiveness. Social workers:select and use appropriate methods for evaluation of outcomes;



apply knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the evaluation



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of outcomes;critically analyze, monitor, and evaluate intervention and program processes and outcomes; and



apply evaluation findings to improve practice effectiveness at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels.



Appendix B

The EPAS Competencies constitute the midterm and final evaluations. You will note that the evaluation is the same (the mid-term becomes the baseline to compare with the final evaluation). Additionally, the following areas will be assessed by the field instructors, utilizing IPT and the 1 – 4 ranking system:

1 = Strong Performance

2 = Acceptable Performance

3 = Needs Improvement

4 = Unsatisfactory

University of UtahCollege of Social Work

Bachelor of Social Work Program

Practicum Assignments & Student Midterm & Final Evaluation

Student Field InstructorAgency Practicum CoordinatorCourse Semester Recommend Grade Date SubmittedPracticum 4072Supervision DatesPlease list the dates of weekly

supervision for this semester

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Social Work Practice: Minimum Required Practice Assignments

Practice with: Briefly Describe # Required # Completed to Date

Communities

Organizations

Groups

Families

Individual

Total Minimum Number of hours Required per Second Year is 450

Hrs completed Fall Semester Hrs completed Spring Semester 0 Total Hours Completed Hrs completed Summer Semester 0 Check all methods of evaluation:ConsultationX DocumentationX Audio/Video ObservationX SupervisionX Additional AssignmentsX

Collaborative NotesAdd Note

Email Note To:

Practicum Instructions for Evaluation and Grading (Show Instructions)

Practicum Evaluation Form

Competency 1: Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior - Social workers understand the value base of the profession and its ethical standards, as well as relevant laws and regulations that may impact practice at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels. Social workers understand frameworks of ethical decision-making and how to apply principles of critical thinking to those frameworks in practice, research, and policy arenas. Social workers recognize personal values and the distinction between personal and professional values. They also understand how their personal experiences and affective reactions influence their professional judgment and behavior. Social workers understand the profession’s history, its mission, and the roles and responsibilities of the

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profession. Social Workers also understand the role of other professions when engaged in inter-professional teams. Social workers recognize the importance of life-long learning and are committed to continually updating their skills to ensure they are relevant and effective. Social workers also understand emerging forms of technology

Intern uses reflection and self-regulation to manage personal values and maintain professionalism in practice situations;

Intern demonstrates professional demeanor in behavior

Intern demonstrates professional demeanor in appearance;

Intern demonstrates professional demeanor in oral communication;

Intern demonstrates professional demeanor in written communication;

Intern demonstrates professional demeanor in electronic communication;

Intern uses technology ethically and appropriately to facilitate practice outcomes; and

Intern uses supervision and consultation to guide professional judgment and behavior.

Competency 2: Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice - Social workers understand how diversity and difference characterize and shape the human experience and are critical to the formation of identity. The dimensions of diversity are understood as the intersectionality of multiple factors including but not limited to age, class, color, culture, disability and ability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, immigration status, marital status, political ideology, race, religion/spirituality, sex, sexual orientation, and tribal sovereign status. Social workers understand that, as a consequence of difference, a person’s life experiences may include oppression, poverty, marginalization, and alienation as well as privilege, power, and acclaim. Social workers also understand the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination and recognize the extent to which a culture’s structures and values, including social, economic, political, and cultural exclusions, may oppress, marginalize, alienate, or create privilege and power.Social workers:

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Intern applies and communicates understanding of the importance of diversity and difference in shaping life experiences in practice at the micro level;

Intern applies and communicates understanding of the importance of diversity and difference in shaping life experiences in practice at the mezzo level;

ntern applies and communicates understanding of the importance of diversity and difference in shaping life experiences in practice at the macro level;

Intern presents themselves as learners to clients and constituencies;

Intern engages clients and constituencies as experts of their own experiences; and

Intern applies self-awareness and self-regulation to manage the influence of personal biases and values in working with diverse clients and constituencies.

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Competency 3: Advance Human rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice - Social workers understand that every person regardless of position in society has fundamental human rights such as freedom, safety, privacy, an adequate standard of living, health care, and education. Social workers understand the global interconnections of oppression and human rights violations, and are knowledgeable about theories of human need and social justice and strategies to promote social and economic justice and human rights. Social workers understand strategies designed to eliminate oppressive structural barriers to ensure that social goods, rights, and responsibilities are distributed equitably and that civil, political, environmental, economic, social, and cultural human rights are protected.Social workers:

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Intern applies their understanding of social justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels;

Intern applies their understanding of economic justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels;

Intern applies their understanding of environmental justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels;

Intern engages in practices that advances social justice;

Intern engages in practices that advances economic justice; and

Intern engages in practices that advances environmental justice.

Competency 4: Engage in Practice-informed Research and Research-informed Practice - Social workers understand quantitative and qualitative research methods and their respective roles in advancing a science of social work and in evaluating their practice. Social workers know the principles of logic, scientific inquiry, and culturally informed and ethical approaches to building knowledge. Social workers understand that evidence that informs practice derives from multi-disciplinary sources and multiple ways of knowing. They also understand the processes for translating research findings into effective practice.Social workers:

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Intern uses theory to inform scientific inquiry and research;

Intern uses practice experience to inform scientific inquiry and research;

Intern applies critical thinking to engage in analysis of quantitative research methods and research findings;

Intern applies critical thinking to engage in analysis of qualitative research methods and research findings; and

Intern uses and translates research evidence to inform and improve practice, policy, and service delivery.

Competency 5: Engage in Policy Practice - Social workers understand that human rights and social justice, as well as social welfare and services, are mediated by policy

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and its implementation at the federal, state, and local levels. Social workers understand the history and current structures of social policies and services, the role of policy in service delivery, and the role of practice in policy development. Social workers understand their role in policy development and implementation within their practice settings at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels and they actively engage in policy practice to effect change within those settings. Social workers recognize and understand the historical, social, cultural, economic, organizational, environmental, and global influences that affect social policy. They are also knowledgeable about policy formulation, analysis, implementation, and evaluation.Social workers:

Intern Identifies social policy at the local, state, and federal level that impacts well-being, service delivery, and access to social services;

Intern assesses how social welfare and economic policies impact the delivery of and access to social services;

Intern applies critical thinking to analyze policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice;

Intern applies critical thinking to formulate policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice; and

Intern applies critical thinking to advocate for policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice.

Competency 6: Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities - Social workers understand that engagement is an ongoing component of the dynamic and interactive process of social work practice with, and on behalf of, diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers value the importance of human relationships. Social workers understand theories of human behavior and the social environment, and critically evaluate and apply this knowledge to facilitate engagement with clients and constituencies, including individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand strategies to engage diverse clients and constituencies to advance practice effectiveness.

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Intern applies knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks to engage with clients and constituencies; and

Intern uses empathy, reflection, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage diverse clients and constituencies.

Competency 7: Assess Individuals, Families, Gropus, Organizations, and Communities - Social workers understand that assessment is an ongoing component of the dynamic and interactive process of social work practice with, and on behalf of, diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand theories of human behavior and the social environment, and critically evaluate and apply this knowledge in the assessment of diverse clients and

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constituencies, including individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand methods of assessment with diverse clients and constituencies to advance practice effectiveness. Social workers recognize the implications of the larger practice context in the assessment process and value the importance of inter-professional collaboration in this process. Social workers understand how their personal experiences and affective reactions may affect their assessment and decision-making.Social workers:

Intern collects and organizes data, and applies critical thinking to interpret information from clients and constituencies;

Intern 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;

Intern develops mutually agreed-on intervention goals and objectives based on the critical assessment of strengths, needs, and challenges within clients and constituencies; and

Intern selects appropriate intervention strategies based on the assessment, research knowledge, and values and preferences of clients and constituencies.

Competency 8: Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities - Social workers understand that intervention is an ongoing component of the dynamic and interactive process of social work practice with, and on behalf of, diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers are knowledgeable about evidence-informed interventions to achieve the goals of clients and constituencies, including individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand theories of human behavior and the social environment, and critically evaluate and apply this knowledge to effectively intervene with clients and constituencies. Social workers understand methods of identifying, analyzing and implementing evidence-informed interventions to achieve client and constituency goals. Social workers value the importance of interprofessional teamwork and communication in interventions, recognizing that beneficial outcomes may require interdisciplinary, interprofessional, and inter-organizational collaboration.Social workers:

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Intern critically chooses and implements interventions to achieve practice goals and enhance capacities of clients and constituencies;

Intern applies knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in interventions with clients and constituencies;

Intern uses inter-professional collaboration as appropriate to achieve beneficial practice outcomes;

Intern negotiates, mediate, and advocate with and on behalf of diverse clients and constituencies; and

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Intern facilitates effective transitions and endings that advance mutually agreed-on goals.

Competency 9: Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities - Social workers understand that evaluation is an ongoing component of the dynamic and interactive process of social work practice with, and on behalf of, diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities. Social workers recognize the importance of evaluating processes and outcomes to advance practice, policy, and service delivery effectiveness. Social workers understand theories of human behavior and the social environment, and critically evaluate and apply this knowledge in evaluating outcomes. Social workers understand qualitative and quantitative methods for evaluating outcomes and practice effectiveness.Social workers:

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Intern select and use appropriate methods for evaluation of outcomes;

Intern applies knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the evaluation of outcomes;

Intern critically analyzes, monitors, and evaluates intervention and program processes and outcomes;

Intern applies evaluation findings to improve practice effectiveness at the micro level;

Intern applies evaluation findings to improve practice effectiveness at the mezzo level; and

Intern applies evaluation findings to improve practice effectiveness at the macro level.

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BSW Program

Practicum Narrative Statement: FIELD INSTRUCTOR

Semester Fall

To be completed by the FIELD INSTRUCTOR - Please describe the following:

1. Student's relationship to the practicum setting

2. How the student has demonstrated professional growth

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3. The student's educational goals for practicum

4. Student's strengths in practicum

5. Concerns regarding student's practicum progress .

6. Additional Comments


BSW Program

Practicum Narrative Statement: STUDENT

Semester Fall

To be completed by the STUDENT - Please describe the following:

1. Ways in which the field instructor has facilitated your learning objectives

2. Ways in which the agency has facilitated your learning objectives

3. Ways in which the field instructor could improve ability to support your learning objective

4. Ways in which the agency could improve ability to support your learning objective

5. Additional Comments

Persons Completing and Reviewing the Evaluation Form:I, the Student, participated in this evaluation.Student

Field Instructor

Practicum Coordinator

Appendix C

Learning Plan – The Learning Plan is to be filled out and turned in, within the first 100 hours of the practicum. This tool helps to guide the student throughout their experience. Additionally,

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it is a great tool for supervision as it matches the evaluations. With the aid of the field instructor the student will identify tasks and means of measurement to ensure all of the competencies are addressed.

Practicum Learning PlanTHE EPAS COMPETENCIES & SELECTED TASKS/ACTIVITIES &

METHODS OF EVALUATION

Competency Selected Tasks & Activities

Methods of Evaluation

Competency 1: Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior - Social workers understand the value base of the profession and its ethical standards, as well as relevant laws and regulations that may impact practice at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels. Social workers understand frameworks of ethical decision-making and how to apply principles of critical thinking to those frameworks in practice, research, and policy arenas. Social workers recognize personal values and the distinction between personal and professional values. They also understand how their personal experiences and affective reactions influence their professional judgment and behavior. Social workers understand the profession’s history, its mission, and the roles and responsibilities of the profession. Social Workers also understand the role of other professions when engaged in inter-professional teams. Social workers recognize the importance of life-long learning and are committed to continually updating their skills to ensure they are relevant and effective. Social workers also understand emerging forms of technology and the ethical use of technology in social work practice. Social workers:Intern makes ethical decisions by apply professional stands (i.e. the NASW Code of Ethics, relevant laws and regulations, models for ethical decision-making, ethical conduct of research, and additional codes of ethics) as appropriate to context;Intern uses reflection and self-regulation to manage personal values and maintain professionalism in practice situations;Intern demonstrates professional demeanor in behaviorIntern demonstrates

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professional demeanor in appearance;Intern demonstrates professional demeanor in oral communication;Intern demonstrates professional demeanor in written communication;Intern demonstrates professional demeanor in electronic communication;Intern uses technology ethically and appropriately to facilitate practice outcomes; and Intern uses supervision and consultation to guide professional judgment and behavior.Competency 2: Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice - Social workers understand how diversity and difference characterize and shape the human experience and are critical to the formation of identity. The dimensions of diversity are understood as the intersectionality of multiple factors including but not limited to age, class, color, culture, disability and ability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, immigration status, marital status, political ideology, race, religion/spirituality, sex, sexual orientation, and tribal sovereign status. Social workers understand that, as a consequence of difference, a person’s life experiences may include oppression, poverty, marginalization, and alienation as well as privilege, power, and acclaim. Social workers also understand the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination and recognize the extent to which a culture’s structures and values, including social, economic, political, and cultural exclusions, may oppress, marginalize, alienate, or create privilege and power. Social workers:Intern applies and communicates understanding of the importance of diversity and difference in shaping life experiences in practice at the micro level;Intern applies and communicates understanding of the importance of diversity and difference in shaping life experiences in practice at the mezzo level;Intern applies and communicates understanding of the importance of diversity

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and difference in shaping life experiences in practice at the macro level;Intern presents themselves as learners to clients and constituencies; Intern engages clients and constituencies as experts of their own experiences; andIntern applies self-awareness and self-regulation to manage the influence of personal biases and values in working with diverse clients and constituencies.Competency 3: Advance Human rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice - Social workers understand that every person regardless of position in society has fundamental human rights such as freedom, safety, privacy, an adequate standard of living, health care, and education. Social workers understand the global interconnections of oppression and human rights violations, and are knowledgeable about theories of human need and social justice and strategies to promote social and economic justice and human rights. Social workers understand strategies designed to eliminate oppressive structural barriers to ensure that social goods, rights, and responsibilities are distributed equitably and that civil, political, environmental, economic, social, and cultural human rights are protected. Social workers:Intern applies their understanding of social justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels;Intern applies their understanding of economic justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels;Intern applies their understanding of environmental justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels;Intern engages in practices that advances social justice;Intern engages in practices that advances economic justice; andIntern engages in practices that

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advances environmental justice.Competency 4: Engage in Practice-informed Research and Research-informed Practice - Social workers understand quantitative and qualitative research methods and their respective roles in advancing a science of social work and in evaluating their practice. Social workers know the principles of logic, scientific inquiry, and culturally informed and ethical approaches to building knowledge. Social workers understand that evidence that informs practice derives from multi-disciplinary sources and multiple ways of knowing. They also understand the processes for translating research findings into effective practice. Social workers:Intern uses theory to inform scientific inquiry and research;Intern uses practice experience to inform scientific inquiry and research;Intern applies critical thinking to engage in analysis of quantitative research methods and research findings;Intern applies critical thinking to engage in analysis of qualitative research methods and research findings; andIntern uses and translates research evidence to inform and improve practice, policy, and service delivery.Competency 5: Engage in Policy Practice Social workers understand that human rights and social justice, as well as social welfare and services, are mediated by policy and its implementation at the federal, state, and local levels. Social workers understand the history and current structures of social policies and services, the role of policy in service delivery, and the role of practice in policy development. Social workers understand their role in policy development and implementation within their practice settings at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels and they actively engage in policy practice to effect change within those settings. Social workers recognize and understand the historical, social, cultural, economic, organizational, environmental, and global influences that affect social policy. They are also knowledgeable about policy formulation, analysis, implementation, and evaluation. Social workers:Intern Identifies social policy at the local, state, and federal level that impacts wellbeing, service delivery, and access to social services;Intern assesses how social welfare and economic policies impact the delivery of and access to social services;Intern applies critical thinking

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to analyze policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice;Intern applies critical thinking to formulate policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice; andIntern applies critical thinking to advocate for policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice.Competency 6: Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Social workers understand that engagement is an ongoing component of the dynamic and interactive process of social work practice with, and on behalf of, diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers value the importance of human relationships. Social workers understand theories of human behavior and the social environment, and critically evaluate and apply this knowledge to facilitate engagement with clients and constituencies, including individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand strategies to engage diverse clients and constituencies to advance practice effectiveness. Intern applies knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks to engage with clients and constituencies; andIntern uses empathy, reflection, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage diverse clients and constituencies.Competency 7: Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities - Social workers understand that assessment is an ongoing component of the dynamic and interactive process of social work practice with, and on behalf of, diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand theories of human behavior and the social environment, and critically evaluate and apply this knowledge in the assessment of diverse clients and constituencies, including individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand methods of assessment with diverse clients and constituencies to advance practice effectiveness. Social workers recognize the implications of the larger practice context in the assessment process and value the importance of inter-professional collaboration in this process. Social workers understand how their personal experiences and affective reactions may affect their assessment and decision-making. Social workers:

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Intern collects and organizes data, and applies critical thinking to interpret information from clients and constituencies;Intern 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;Intern develops mutually agreed-on intervention goals and objectives based on the critical assessment of strengths, needs, and challenges within clients and constituencies; andIntern selects appropriate intervention strategies based on the assessment, research knowledge, and values and preferences of clients and constituencies.Competency 8: Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Social workers understand that intervention is an ongoing component of the dynamic and interactive process of social work practice with, and on behalf of, diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers are knowledgeable about evidence-informed interventions to achieve the goals of clients and constituencies, including individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand theories of human behavior and the social environment, and critically evaluate and apply this knowledge to effectively intervene with clients and constituencies. Social workers understand methods of identifying, analyzing and implementing evidence-informed interventions to achieve client and constituency goals. Social workers value the importance of interprofessional teamwork and communication in interventions, recognizing that beneficial outcomes may require interdisciplinary, interprofessional, and inter-organizational collaboration. Social workers:Intern critically chooses and implements interventions to achieve practice goals and enhance capacities of clients and constituencies;Intern applies knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-

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environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in interventions with clients and constituencies;Intern uses inter-professional collaboration as appropriate to achieve beneficial practice outcomes;Intern negotiates, mediate, and advocate with and on behalf of diverse clients and constituencies; andIntern facilitates effective transitions and endings that advance mutually agreed-on goals.Competency 9: Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities - Social workers understand that evaluation is an ongoing component of the dynamic and interactive process of social work practice with, and on behalf of, diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities. Social workers recognize the importance of evaluating processes and outcomes to advance practice, policy, and service delivery effectiveness. Social workers understand theories of human behavior and the social environment, and critically evaluate and apply this knowledge in evaluating outcomes. Social workers understand qualitative and quantitative methods for evaluating outcomes and practice effectiveness. Social workers:Intern select and use appropriate methods for evaluation of outcomes;Intern applies knowledge of human behavior and the social environment, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the evaluation of outcomes;Intern critically analyzes, monitors, and evaluates intervention and program processes and outcomes; Intern applies evaluation findings to improve practice effectiveness at the micro level;Intern applies evaluation findings to improve practice effectiveness at the mezzo

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level; andIntern applies evaluation findings to improve practice effectiveness at the macro level.

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