The paper should show understanding from a theoretical perspective of the population-at-risk, the problem or issue within the community, resources and programs that attempt to address the problem, and macro roles and ethical responsibilities of social workers to advocate and empower the population-at-risk to address the problem. Students will discuss the results of the literature search and present information about the problem and how the literature and theoretical perspective informs their critical analysis (2-3 peer reviewed sources are required). The paper should address the components below. Grading details are found in the grading rubric in MyClasses. (100 points)
Part II: Critical Analysis Theoretical Perspective and Macro Social W
Literature Search:
For the problem identified, complete a literature search and find 2-3 empirical journal articles (peer reviewed) that inform you about that problem. For example, if you choose human trafficking as a problem local to your community, your literature search will focus on the larger issue of human trafficking in general.
Discuss the scope and prevalence of the problem based on information from the literature
Theory application: From a theoretical perspective, discuss how does this problem impact the identified population at risk.
Select 2-3 theories FROM THIS LIST:
Social systems
Human Ecology
Social psychological
Structural
Functionalist
Conflict
Symbolic interactionist
Empowerment
Apply the theories to the identified problem and identify/define related theoretical concepts
Discuss how these theories/concepts explain specific issues relevant to your population and make a case for how your theory applies to the identified problem and the population. Include aspects of
Social environment
physical environment
financial/economic
community functioning
Macro Programs and Resources, and
What macro programs are currently used to address this problem in your local community?
Select one program and identify the mission of the program, whether it is a primary or secondary setting, services provided, and the assets and resources offered.
Social Work Roles and Ethical Responsibilities
If you were a social worker in that program, discuss your macro roles related to the problem and population-at-risk.
Within those roles, identify and describe ethical responsibility to the broader society and specific challenges you may face with regard to cultural competence.
Empowerment
Discuss aspects of empowerment including personal empowerment, social empowerment, social support networks, and ways to foster the empowerment of the at risk population within the community.
Include in your discussion resiliency, strengths.
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