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Social Work Challenges

Social Work Challenges

Q PROMPT Consider the lengthy array of essential knowledge, values, attitudes, qualities, and abilities needed by effective social workers. Identify which of these will be the easiest for you to develop and which will be most challenging. Briefly explain why. GUIDELINES Specific Guidelines: • Your initial response should be 100-200 words (if written) or a 2-minute video in length, reflecting on the prompt above. • Student will reference the weekly readings • Student will demonstrate critical understanding of major themes • Student will connect themes from readings to personal beliefs and/or experiences • Reply to at least two classmates' posts. Your response to your classmate's discussion should be around 50 words if written or a 1-minute video (each) and add to the discussion (i.e., reflecting on their response, asking questions, etc.). Remember: All discussions (written or video) are to be professional.

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Social workers are mindful of individual differences in thinking and behavior, as well as cultural and ethnic diversity. Only by treating each person with dignity and respect can social workers promote their clients' capacity and opportunity to address their own needs and improve their personal situations. As a social worker, Your personal values affect your professional judgment and can influence your actions, behavior, and decisions. You apply your values when making decisions, so it's important that you are able to examine those values and assess how they influence your judgment.