SOCW 6060 week1 Discussion 2: Social Work Theories

SOCW 6060 week1 Discussion 2: Social Work Theories

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Note: To access this week’s required library resources, please click on the link to the Course Readings List, found in the Course Materials section of your Syllabus.
Required Readings
Robbins, S. P., Chatterjee, P., & Canda, E. R. (2012). Contemporary human behavior theory: A critical perspective for social work (3rd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Allyn & Bacon.
• Chapter 1, “The Nature of Theories“ (pp. 1–24)
Okpych, N. J., & Yu, J. L. (2014). A historical analysis of evidence-based practice in social work: The unfinished journey toward an empirically grounded profession. Social Service Review, 88(1), 3–58.
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Salas, L. M., Sen, S., & Segal, E. A. (2010). Critical theory: Pathway from dichotomous to integrated social work practice. Families In Society, 91(1), 91–96.
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Fisher, E. A. (2009). Motivation and leadership in social work management: A review of theories and related studies. Administration In Social Work, 33(4), 347–367.
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
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Discussion 1: Ungraded Introduction Video THIS IS MY VIDEO INTRO

Discussion 1: Ungraded Introduction Video
Most of the theory taught in social work at the University is sourced from, law, philosophy, education and psychology. The main aim of these theories is the attempt to explain social issues, relationships and the human behavior. Luckily the theory we were taught is linked to our daily practice. I specifically work as a child protection social worker so I have to make professional judgment about needs and its risks. I try with all my power that whatever occurs is in the child’s interest. It would even be better if we could find a theory that explains why a certain actions has resulted in a particular behavior it is then social workers can understand more on the issues affecting service-users lives. What I came to understand, as a child protection social worker is that a theory may seem to ‘fit’ to a service user that it does not necessarily mean that it is the ‘correct’ understanding of the individual service-users life. Being a newly qualified social worker, having knowledge on theories will therefore give me a greater sensitivity to the needs of the service-users. Use of theories will help me develop to an open and flexible social worker committed to defensible practice. I will also be able to question assumptions that I always perceived to be ‘true’ by integrating the theories learnt.
Discussion 2: Social Work Theories
Who is in need, what is the problem, and when did it occur? Where does the problem exist, why does it exist, and how can I help? As a social worker, these questions are at the heart of what you do every day. The actions you take in order to answer these questions are based on the question “why.” Why does this problem exist? Why might this intervention work best? Theory is the reasoning that supports the answers to the question “why?” In social work education and practice, theory is the foundation of the profession, it can ensure accountability, it can help avoid discrimination, and it can make sense of complexity and uncertainty. The concept of theory involves theory types, in which social workers attempt to answer the question “why” for a given situation or presenting concern. Those theory types include micro, meso (also referred to as mezzo within the industry), macro, and scientific theory, as well as paradigm, model, perspective, and ideology. How might your understanding of these terms inform the work you do as a social worker?
For this Discussion, review the theory types from this week’s resources (micro, meso, macro, and scientific theory, perspective, paradigm, model, and ideology). Then select the theory type that appeals to you most. Consider a case you might encounter in social work practice for which that theory type might apply. Finally, think about why it might be the best one for that case.
1. Post a brief description of the theory type that appeals to you most. Then describe a case you might encounter in social work practice for which that theory type might apply. Finally, explain why