Social Work: Settings, Process, Methods, Tools

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What are the two broad categories of social work settings identified by Du Bois and Mile?

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Primary settings and host settings.

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What is the primary role of social workers in primary settings?

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To provide social services that are directly related to the mission of the organization.

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What are the three primary settings where social workers can be found according to Morales and Sheafor?

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Government sector, voluntary sector, and business sector.

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What is the role of social workers in the government sector in the Philippines?

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They work primarily through the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and engage in direct service work as case advocates and researchers.

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What is corporate social responsibility (CSR) in the context of the private sector?

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It refers to the responsibility of companies to make the world a better place, often by hiring social workers to improve community quality of life.

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What types of clients do NGOs typically focus on?

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Specific clientele groups, such as children, battered women, and persons with disabilities.

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What are host settings in social work?

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Settings like schools, courts, and hospitals where social work professionals work as part of an interdisciplinary team.

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What is the goal of social work in school settings?

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To promote students' academic and social-emotional well-being.

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What are the two primary roles of social workers in court settings?

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Evidence givers and report writers.

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What is the purpose of the social work helping process?

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To assist clients in addressing their issues through a structured approach.