Homework: Comprehensive Assessment
A comprehensive understanding of a client's presenting problems depends on the use of multiple types of assessment models. Each model gathers different information based on theoretical perspective and intent. An assessment that focuses on one area alone not only misses vital information that may be helpful in planning an intervention, but may encourage a biased evaluation that could potentially lead you to an inappropriate intervention. When gathering and reviewing a client's history, sometimes it is easier to focus on the problems and not the positive attributes of the client. In social work, the use of a strengths perspective requires that a client's strengths, assets, and resources must be identified and utilized. Further, using an empowerment approach in conjunction with a strengths perspective guides the practitioner to work with the client to identify shared goals. You will be asked to consider these approaches and critically analyze the multidisciplinary team's response to the program case study of Paula Cortez.
For this Homework, review the program case study of the Cortez family.
In a 2 to 4 pages paper, complete a comprehensive assessment of Paula Cortez, utilizing two of the assessment models provided in Chapter 5 of the course text.
A. Using the Cowger article, identify at least two areas of strengths in Paula's case.
B. Analyze the perspectives of two members of the multidisciplinary team, particularly relative to Paula's pregnancy.
C. Explain which model the social workers appear to be using to make their assessment.
D. Describe the potential for bias when choosing an assessment model and completing an evaluation.
E. Suggest strategies you, as Paula's social worker, might try to avoid these biases.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.