Assignment
1. Select feminist theory or empowerment theory. Summarize the underlying principles and values of the theory in 3 to 4 brief sentences.
2. Analyze the extent to which the underlying principles and values of the theory are consistent with the NASW Code of Ethics in 3 to 4 brief sentences.
3. Briefly describe a client from your fieldwork experience and their presenting problem in 2 to 3 sentences using the theory you selected.
4. Identify one ethical standard from the NASW Code of Ethics that would apply to the client you described. Explain how the theory is consistent with the work you did with the client and the ethical standard.
1. Explain how theories help inform social work competencies related to engaging with diversity and difference and advancing human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, 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 assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
References
Turner, F. J. (Ed.). (2017). Social work treatment: Interlocking theoretical approaches (6th ed.). New York, NY: Oxford University Press.
Chapter 9: Empowerment Approach to Social Work Treatment (pp. 142-165)
Chapter 11: Feminist Theory and Social Work Practice (pp. 191-208)
National Association of Social Workers. (2017). Code of ethics of the National Association of Social Workers.
Document: Theory Into Practice: Four Social Work Case Studies (PDF)
Sommers-Flanagan, J., & Sommers-Flanagan, R. (2014). Counseling and psychotherapy theories in context and practice [Video file].
Watch the "Feminist Therapy" segment by clicking the applicable link under the "Chapters" tab.