Chapter 3- Visualizing Forensic Social Work and Collaborative Practice: A Social Justice Systems Approach

Question 1

What is a two-pronged approach to social work practice?

Answer 1

Social work uses a two-pronged approach to facilitate change: (a) assisting individuals and families to improve functioning and (b) combating unjust and unfair societal conditions through strategies of social reform.

Question 2

What is the meaning of micro, mezzo, and macro social work practice?

Answer 2

Micro: individuals
Mezzo: Families and groups
Macro: institutions, organizations, cultures, and communities

Question 3

What is the meaning of Social Justice system framework?

Answer 3

To help people achieve an effective level of psychosocial functioning and effecting societal changes to enhance the wellbeing of all people.
Definition: The interaction between individuals and the different systems in their environment may significantly affect their level of functioning.
Example: A single mother with 4 children, who does not have access to transportation.

Question 4

What settings can social workers practice in this framework?

Answer 4

All populations in different settings

Question 5

What type of interventions can social workers provide?

Answer 5

1. Enhancing people’s individual functioning, problem-solving, and coping abilities
2. Linking clients to needed resources
3. Working to develop and improve the social-service delivery network
4. Promoting social justice through the development of social policy