Task-centered practice Assessment/Tx Planning

Question 1

What is task-centered practice?

Answer 1

evolved out of the psychodynamic practice

uses a brief, problem-solving approach to help clients resolve presenting problems

person with the problem also has the means to resolve problem

social work intervention is a partnership

calls for attention to be paid to social and external issues that affect individuals rather than on perceiving individuals and their psychological histories to be the main cause of their difficulties

Question 2

Describe the process of assessment in Task-centered practice?

Answer 2

examine and clarify the problem(s) as identified by the client

problem must be amenable to tx

(rationale) why resolve the problem?

tx benefits?

Question 3

Describe the process of tx planning in Task-Centered practice

Answer 3

devise contract including:

• goals
• limits of tx
• dynamic/flexible