Run by School of Health Sciences

20 Credits or 10 ECTS Credits

Semester 1 & 2

Organiser: Ms Rhian Lloyd

This module provides an overview of the roles in which social workers practice in current society. Debates about ‘What is Social Work?’ have been at the heart of international and national debate. The International Federation of Social Workers and the International Association of Schools of Social Work affirms a shared understanding of social work:

“The Social Work profession promotes change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance well -being.” (Coulshed and Orme 2012: xviii) This module will, therefore, explore and analyse the purpose and value of social work, within the diverse and complex settings in which human needs are understood by the social sciences. Students will also be encouraged to make connections between social work values and practice and a range of other subjects which they study on their degree programmes; not least those that also have personal or work-based relevance.

This should specify the purpose of the module where it fits into the programme specification and what it aims to provide. This will be in the Gazette entry for this module.

Topics may include: What is Social Work? Describing and defining Social Work.

You and Social Work. What do Social Workers do and where do they work?

Values and Ethics for Social Work. Codes of Practice for Social Work Practice.

The Legal and Organisational context in which the Social Work process occurs.

Research and service user and carer experiences – analysing serious case reviews in social work and how they inform current social work practice.

Anti -oppressive practice. Identity and understanding oppression and the many faces of oppression in society.

Social work process: Assessment: Theories and Models (Questioning model, Procedural model, Exchange model and Narrative) Assessment of Risk and Need; Assessment and Oppression; Multi-disciplinary assessment.

Social Work process: Systems Theory as an underpinning approach to social work interventions; User participation; Theories of Empowerment; Advocacy, Negotiation and Partnership.

Social Work processes: Communication- Interviewing skills and structure; Questioning; Responding; Barriers; Using interpreters; Interviewing children.

Social Work processes: Reflective practice; Review stages in social work; Endings.

threshold

Grade D To pass the module students must have achieved the expected outcomes at a basic level. They will be able to recognise what is current social work practice in society. Identify ethical approaches and values in social work processes. Describe different methods and models of assessment in social work practice. Demonstrate knowledge of the social work process.

good

Grade B Students will be able to recognise and describe what is current social work practice in society. Demonstrate detailed knowledge of ethical approaches and values in social work processes. Analyse different methods and models of assessment in social work practice. Demonstrate knowledge of the social work process.

C- to C+

Grade C Students will be able to discuss key issues around current social work practice in society and engage competently with ethics and values in social work processes. They will be able to describe different methods and models of assessment in social work practice in some detail and demonstrate a good knowledge of the social work process.

excellent

Grade A Excellent students will be able to recognise, describe and critically evaluate what is current social work practice in society. Demonstrate knowledge of how ethical approaches and values inform social work processes. Critically analyse different methods and models of assessment in social work practice. Demonstrate knowledge of the social work process.

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the social work process.

2. Recognise, describe and critically evaluate what is current social work practice in society.

3. Demonstrate knowledge of how ethical approaches and values inform social work processes.

4. Critically analyse different methods and models of assessment in social work practice.

Type	Name	Description	Weight
Written assignment, including essay	Assessment: Create a pamphlet on the perspectives in current social work practice highlighting the importance of social work practice in current society. (The pamphlet will be a reflection on the week		80
Written assignment, including essay	Assessment Poster: Explain the role and purpose of current social work practice		20

		Hours
Lecture	Students’ autonomous learning will be supported by a blended learning environment. Blended learning will include on line teaching by lectures, workshops and seminars. Small group activities and individual tasks.	24
Individual Project	Students will be exposed to a variety of teaching and learning formats, including lectures and seminars, independent study and flexible learning via Blackboard. Teaching will be incorporated by on line teaching by lectures, workshops and seminars. Also small group discussions and individual exercises.	164
Seminar	Seminars will provide the opportunity for student-centred and interactive learning that enables them to reflect on their learning. Seminars will be conducted by on line technology with small group discussions and individual tasks.	12

• Literacy - Proficiency in reading and writing through a variety of media
• Numeracy - Proficiency in using numbers at appropriate levels of accuracy
• Computer Literacy - Proficiency in using a varied range of computer software
• Self-Management - Able to work unsupervised in an efficient, punctual and structured manner. To examine the outcomes of tasks and events, and judge levels of quality and importance
• Exploring - Able to investigate, research and consider alternatives
• Information retrieval - Able to access different and multiple sources of information
• Inter-personal - Able to question, actively listen, examine given answers and interact sensitevely with others
• Critical analysis & Problem Solving - Able to deconstruct and analyse problems or complex situations. To find solutions to problems through analyses and exploration of all possibilities using appropriate methods, rescources and creativity.
• Safety-Consciousness - Having an awareness of your immediate environment, and confidence in adhering to health and safety regulations
• Presentation - Able to clearly present information and explanations to an audience. Through the written or oral mode of communication accurately and concisely.
• Teamwork - Able to constructively cooperate with others on a common task, and/or be part of a day-to-day working team
• Mentoring - Able to support, help, guide, inspire and/or coach others
• Caring - Showing concern for others; caring for children, people with disabilities and/or the elderly
• Argument - Able to put forward, debate and justify an opinion or a course of action, with an individual or in a wider group setting
• Self-awareness & Reflectivity - Having an awareness of your own strengths, weaknesses, aims and objectives. Able to regularly review, evaluate and reflect upon the performance of yourself and others

Knowledge, understanding and skills Subject knowledge and understanding (vi) the complex relationships between justice, care and control in social welfare and the practical and ethical implications of these, including their expression in roles as statutory agents in diverse practice settings and in upholding the law in respect of challenging discrimination and inequalities 5.4 Service users and carers, which include: (i) the factors which contribute to the health and well-being of individuals, families and communities, including promoting dignity, choice and independence for people who need care and support 5.6 The leadership, organisation and delivery of social work services, which includes: (vi) the significance of legislative and legal frameworks and service delivery standards, including on core social work values and ethics in the delivery of services which support, enable and empower https://www.qaa.ac.uk/docs/qaa/subject-benchmark-statements/subject-benchmark-statement-social-work.pdf?sfvrsn=5c35c881_6

Talis Reading list

http://readinglists.bangor.ac.uk/modules/nhs-2400.html

Reading list

Llyfryddiaeth/ Gwefannau Defnyddiol / Bibliography/ Useful Internet Sources :

Key Texts (3 items)

Assessment and intervention in social work: preparing for practice - Chris Beckett, 2010 Book | Testyn Craidd - Core Text Essential Theory for Social Work Practice - Chris Beckett Book | Testyn Craidd - Core Text Social work skills and knowledge: a practice handbook - Pamela Trevithick, Pamela Trevithick, 2012 Book | Testyn Craidd - Core Text

Llyfrau / Books (29 items) Social work practice: an introduction - Veronica Coulshed, Joan Orme, British Association of Social Workers, 2012 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Communication in social work - Joyce Lishman, Joyce Lishman, 2009 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Effective interviewing in social work and social care: a practical guide - Gina Allen, Duncan Langford, 2008 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading The social work interview - Alfred Kadushin, Goldie Kadushin, 2013 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading | Older editions of this book are equally useful. A brief introduction to social work theory - David Howe, 2009 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Modern social work theory - Malcolm Payne, 2014 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Assessment in social work - Judith Milner, Steve Myers, Patrick O'Byrne, 2015 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Understanding social work: preparing for practice - Neil Thompson, 2015 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Critical practice in social work - Robert Adams, Lena Dominelli, Malcolm Payne, 2009 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Social work: themes, issues and critical debates - Robert Adams, Lena Dominelli, Malcolm Payne, 2009 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Practising social work in a complex world - Robert Adams, Lena Dominelli, Malcolm Payne, 2009 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Social work: making a difference - Viviene E. Cree, Steve Myers, c2008 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading They all speak English anyway: Welsh language awareness training resource = adnodd hyfforddi ymwybyddiaeth iaith Gymraeg - Care Council for Wales, 2010 Audio-visual document | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Dwy iaith dau ddewis?: cysyniad o ddewis iaith ym maes gwaith a gofal cymdeithasol = Different words different worlds? : the concept of language choice in social work and social care - Elaine Davies, Care Council for Wales, c2011 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Social work theories and methods - Mel Gray, Stephen A. Webb, 2013 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Social work theories in context: creating frameworks for practice - Karen Healy, NetLibrary, Inc, 2005 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Social work theories in context: creating frameworks for practice - Karen Healy, 2014 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Best practice in social work: critical perspectives - Karen Jones, Barry Cooper, Harry Ferguson, 2008 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Social work models, methods and theories: a framework for practice - Paul Stepney, Deirdre Ford, 2012 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Theorizing social work practice - Neil Thompson, c2010 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Becoming a social worker: a guide for students - Caroline Humphrey, 2011 Book | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Counselling skills in social work practice - Janet Seden, 2005

Book | Darllen Ehangach - Wider Reading

Women and social work: narrative approaches - Judith Milner, 2001 Reclaiming social work: challenging neo-liberalism and promoting social justice - Iain Ferguson, 2008 Book | Darllen Ehangach - Wider Reading Reflective practice in mental health: advanced psychosocial practice with children, adolescents and adults - Martin Webber, Jack Nathan, 2010 Book | Darllen Ehangach - Wider Reading Understanding interprofessional working in health and social care: theory and practice - Katherine C. Pollard, Judith Thomas, Margaret Miers, 2010 Book | Darllen Ehangach - Wider Reading Person-centred therapy today: new frontiers in theory and practice - Dave Mearns, Brian Thorne, Elke Lambers, Margaret Warner, 2000 Book | Darllen Ehangach - Wider Reading Choosing a groupwork approach: an inclusive stance - Oded Manor, c2000 Book | Darllen Ehangach - Wider Reading Working with Children and Teenagers Using Solution Focused Approaches: Enabling Children to Overcome Challenges and Achieve their Potential - et al Milner, Judith, Judith Milner, Jackie Bateman, 2011 Book | Darllen Ehangach - Wider Reading

Gwefannau/Websites (7 items)

Social Care Wales https://gofalcymdeithasol.cymru/ Website | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Llywodraeth Cymru | Welsh Government Website | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE) Website | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Community Care | The heart of your social care career Website | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Infed.org | Learning, education and community Website | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Barefoot Social Worker - a libertarian social work perspective Webpage | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading BASW | British Association of Social Workers Website | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading

Cofnodolion/Journals (3 items) The British journal of social work - British Association of Social Workers, 1971- Journal | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Research on social work practice Journal | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading Social work education - Royal Institute of Public Administration, c1981- Journal | Argymhellir ei ddarllen - Recommended Reading

Social Care Wales https://gofalcymdeithasol.cymru/ Llywodraeth Cymru (www.wales.gsi.gov.uk) Social Care Institute for Excellence (www.scie.org.uk) Community Care Magazine (www.communitycare.co.uk www.infed.org www.elsc.org http://students.bath.ac.uk/sspss/html/journals.html www.sosig.ac.uk www.radical.org.uk/barefoot/ www.brunel.org www.task-centered.com www.basw.co.uk

Journals British Journal of Social Work, Issues in Social Work Education, Journal of Education for Social Work, Journal of Social Work Education Practice, Research on Social Work Practice, Social Work Education, Social Work Today

Optional in courses:

• LM52: BA Health & Social Care / Criminology & Criminal Justice year 2 (BA/HSCCCJ)
• LL53: BA Health & Social Care/Sociology year 2 (BA/HSCS)
• LL54: BA Hlth & Scl Care/Social Policy year 2 (BA/HSCSP)