Termination, as suggested by the (Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary, 2015) is the process of ending something. The Termination phase, like the beginning phase is an important and inescapable component in all spheres of life; for instance being born and dying or starting school and finishing. Termination then, is an integral part our existence. However in relation to the social work profession, (Dean H. Hepworth and Jo Ann Larsen, 2009), clarifies that termination is: “the process of formally ending the social worker-client relationship. It is a feature of practice with a variety of client systems; from individuals and families to task groups, coalitions, and communities, and it occurs regardless of the duration of the helping relationship. …show more content…
In addition, social workers may have to refer clients in the middle of service especially when client’s condition deteriorates. There are cases where the social worker and client simply do not mesh or clients who were placed in the service against their will feel they do not need treatment and drops out of treatment at the first chance they get. The key focus in the unplanned termination process is that there is clearly no proper closure to treatment. Both client and social worker may be left feeling varying emotions such as failure, rejection, anger or even abandonment. The decision to end a social worker-client relationship should be processed gradually and several assessments done to evaluate goal …show more content…
Another occasion of planned termination may happen when both client and social worker leaves the service or agency. Nevertheless, the process of separation may have intense impact on both client and social worker and as such it is recommended that the social worker and client firstly; decide when is an appropriate time to terminate, evaluate achievement of objectives, maintain and continue progress, identify and resolve emotional reactions for both worker and client, make appropriate referrals and lastly follow up. Follow-up is an essential part of the termination process as it provides social workers with an opportunity to evaluate client’s development or lack thereof, it allows them another chance to provide some vital information or assist clients in areas of struggle. More so, termination can end on a positive note where some sort of parting ceremony is held such as; the offering of a plaque, book or throwing a small party, example, for a child leaving a foster home to a more stable setting or inviting family to share in well wishes about the clients
The adult mental health social work may be considered complex and challenging due to the issues it faces. The practice entails the involvement of a certain number of professionals which have the authority to make an immense impact on the service users’ lives. The association with the social services may initiate within the service users a certain amount of discomfort and vulnerability. This may be because it could carry with it a certain degree of unwarranted labelling and prejudice. Apart from the impact that the involvement of the social services have on the service users, it is worth noting that there are further challenges which may be encountered, and they do not only arise from the complexity of the service users’ situation alone, they may also stem from the social worker’s capacity and experience to practice, laws, policies, funding and other factors that cannot always be controlled. The social workers have many tools to help and support the service users, however, been entrusted with authority as well as an element of power to make decisions through their assessments, they are also expected to practice responsibly because of the immense impact their evaluations have on people’s lives. These together with the legal accountability and the professionally required, ethical and moral congruence may be a fertile ground for conflict of interests. For example, a discrepancy between the views of the social worker and the service user regarding needs of services.
All psychotherapeutic work has to end because it is the most fundamental goal of therapy to make itself obsolete. Ideally, a patient and his or her therapist realize at the same time that the treatment goals are achieved to a sufficient degree and are ready to terminate; however, this does not always happen. Often, one of the two, the patient or the therapist, will want or needs to stop treatment, while the other thinks that the time is not right. One of the reasons for such a situation may be forced termination.
Ending might be difficult when working with a client because there is a termination of a relationship, which can be hard on the client and the social worker, just in different ways. The ending might be hard on a client because they have to cope with whatever problems they have on their own and because they are breaking a schedule in their life which can also be stressful. An ending might be hard for a social worker because they are uncertain about what the client might do, since they are no longer coming to therapy. People’s actions are always unpredictable. All endings, even desire ones or ones we know
If a counselor determines that termination or referral is required Section A.11.d. and the preset procedure and guidelines should be followed coupled with clear lines of communication. Furthermore counselors should maintain a degree of concern and respect for the care clients until the client fully transitions ACA
Social workers often take on the task of assessing people and situations to implement interventions that can assist in enhancing an individual’s wellbeing and this can potentially change the outcome of their situation. Conducting an assessment consist of engaging through the active process of observation and collecting data (the client’s input) (McInnis-Dettrich, 2014). Therefore, a practitioner does not dismiss the importance of observing the client in a natural environment. The writer has learned that assessment begins when you speak with a client and when you first lay eyes on them for example, observing their behavior in the waiting room or when they first enter your office. Often social workers gain pertinent information by making correlations
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This class, Social Work Theory & Practice was made to be able to introduce me to social work theories, ideas, and skills needed to work in the social work profession. This class main tool used was a book called A Brief Introduction of Social Work Theory by David Howe which discusses social work theories in a compressive and explainable way. This class is important to my higher learning because it break down the theories that I will need to use during my practice and a...
Social workers practice in a variety of fields but one thing that is consistent is the process in which we deal with clients. In the following scenario, I will explain the procedural steps that I would take as a social worker to help a client identify their concerns and to provide appropriate solutions. I have a client who is 30 years old who has a professional background in secondary education, and is very well educated. She reports to me that she has been hospitalized for depression and suicide attempts both recently and in the past. She is single, has no close relationships with anyone, is unemployed, and is introverted and withdrawn. The client reports that she has been seeing someone for help for a period of four months but is ...
Wilson, K. et. al., 2011. Social Work ' Introduction to Contemporary Practice'. 2nd ed. Essex, England.: Pearson Education Ltd .
This essay will identify key issues facing the client system and will demonstrate an intervention plan. Followed by defining the purpose of social work and the identification of the AASW Code of Ethics, in regards to the case study. Lastly, key bodies of knowledge will be identified and applied to the case study.
Social work is a multifaceted, ever adapting profession, which has had many purposes and identities through the years. It is imperative for the vocation to constantly evolve alongside the social climate and the new ways in which we identify and treat those who are in need of support. Social workers can be required to take on the role of counsellor, advocate, case-worker, partner, assessor of risk and need, and at times (as the government seeks to push social work further and further towards the health and education sectors) a servant of the state. The profession is dramatically subject to affection by societal change, thus demanding social workers have a duty to be up to date with the latest developments in understanding how and why people get to the point of requiring social work intervention, and how best to prevent and cater for it.
47). Social workers advise clients how to attain resources, rather than just providing them. The idea is to include clients in their journey to success and feel a sense of control in their life. I personally believe encouraging empowerment is a critical aspect of a social worker’s roles and responsibility. Engaging clients in setting their own goals is essential, and ultimately more beneficial to them. Clients should be able to access resources on their own; additionally, they can use the assistance of friends, families, communities, and organizations. One of the core values of a social worker is, Importance of human relationships. According to the NASW, “Social workers engage people as partners in the helping process” (The National Association, “n. d.”). Empowerment and advocacy are closely connected. I want to advocate for clients, furthermore, I want clients to be able to advocate for
Social Work is a discipline that can be a very rewarding experience for both the worker and the client. The practice involves working with individuals, families, or groups who are struggling to cope with lifes challenges. The social worker must combine his or her personal qualities, creative abilities, and social concerns with the professional knowledge in order to help the client’s social functioning or prevent social problems from developing (Bradford W. Sheafor, 2008, p. 34). Social work practice seeks to promote human well-being, while addressing the processes by which individuals and groups are marginalized or diminished in their capacity to participate as citizens (Ian O'Connor, 2006, p. 1). There are many different perspectives and approaches reviewed by the practitioner to determine a suitable approach towards intervention.
The client is to be aware of when the last session will take place. With that being said, the social worker should reconcile their feelings with the needs of the client. If a referral is needed, it should be completed as soon as possible.
Case work is not only the basic practice in professional Social Work but rather, a common practice followed by all. The traditional definition defines case work as “a method of helping individuals through a one-on-on relationship’’. Every individual trained or untrained indulges in case work. The difference is made by theoretical understanding and professional ethics, practices involved in professional case work. Mary Richmond in 1915 explains casework as “the art of doing different things for and with different people by cooperating with them to achieve at one and the same time their own and society' betterment.” Social Case Work can also be defined as “an art in which knowledge of the science of human relations and skill in relationship are used to mobilize capacities in the individual and resources in the community appropriate for better adjustment between the client and all or any part of his total environment”.