Discussion Post I
Create a discussion post introducing yourself to the class and answer the following questions:
i. Where are you from?
ii. Do you have any experience in Social Work? If yes, please share some of your experience (s).
iii. What do you hope to learn from this course?
Discussion Post II
The stages of the intake/helping process include Intake/Engagement, Assessment, Planning/Contracting, Treatment/Intervention, Evaluation, and Termination.
After reviewing the Social Workers as Mandated Reporters article, please consider the following in your discussion post:
i. Share what you have learned about the process of informed consent.
ii. What do you need to consider about confidentiality in your practice as a Social Worker?
iii. What are the exceptions to a client's confidentiality rights?
Paper Problem
Terrance is a 35-year-old, African American male who was self-referred to a community-based agency for assistance with housing and employment. Terrance recently lost his job 2 months ago and may be evicted from his apartment next month if he cannot pay his rent.
Using the readings and the vignette above, submit a one-page paper including the following:
i. How would you explain your role and the intake process to Terrance?
ii. What specific questions would you want to ask Terrance to confirm his understanding of the intake process?
iii. What information about confidentiality would you want to disclose to Terrance?
iv. Identify any cultural considerations.
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.