Unit7SWK5006 DUE NOV21
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Eligibility Criteria
Assignment Overview
When examining eligibility rules, a social worker looks for an alignment between the rules and the conceptualization of the social problem the policy or program is meant to address. Additionally, when analyzing policies and programs, they look for potential problems that eligibility criteria might introduce, such as “stigma, alienation, off-targeting of benefits, overwhelming costs, over-utilization and under-utilization, political interference, and negative incentives and disincentives” (Chambers & Bonk, 2013, p. 106). These issues represent potential problems that undermine policy and program functionality (Chambers & Bonk, 2013, p.106). Notice that the presence of any one of the problems mentioned by Chambers and Bonk can work against the adequacy, equity, and efficiency of a policy or program. A social worker examines eligibility rules for consistency with the conceptualization of the social problem that the policy or program is intended to address. Furthermore, when analyzing policies and programs, they look for potential problems that eligibility criteria may introduce, such as “stigma, alienation, benefit off-targeting, overwhelming costs, over-utilization and under-utilization, political interference, and negative incentives and disincentives” (Chambers & Bonk, 2013, p. 106). These are potential issues that could jeopardize policy and program functionality (Chambers & Bonk, 2013, p.106). It is important to note that the presence of any of the issues raised by Chambers and Bonk can work against the adequacy, equity, and efficiency of a policy or program.
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following competencies and behaviors:
● Competency 3: Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice.
○ C3.GP.A: Apply their understanding of social, economic, and environmental justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels.
○ Related Assignment Criteria:
○ Discuss how the potential policy change would advocate for human rights and social and economic justice.
○ Explain how and why potential policy changes would advance social well-being.
Assignment Description
In this assignment, you will analyze the eligibility criteria of an entitlement program, evaluate the impact of these criteria, and consider how potential changes might serve social well-being.
Assignment Instructions
For this assignment, complete the following:
● Explain an entitlement program and analyze its eligibility criteria.
● Using the list from Chambers and Bonk, explain the potential problems the specific eligibility criteria might introduce and confirm if any of these problems applies to the program that you have identified. These potential problems include:
○ Stigma.
○ Alienation.
○ Off-targeting of benefits.
○ Overwhelming costs.
○ Overutilization and underutilization.
○ Political interference.
○ Negative incentives and disincentives.
● Analyze any alterations in the eligibility criteria that could potentially reduce or eliminate the identified problems.
● Explain how and why potential policy changes would advance social well-being.
● Discuss how the potential policy change would advocate for human rights and social and economic justice.
Reference
Chambers, D. E., & Bonk, J. F. (2013). Social policy and social programs: A method for the practical public policy analyst (6th ed.). Pearson.
Submission Requirements
The assignment you submit is expected to meet the following requirements:
● Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
● APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to current APA style and formatting standards.
● Length of paper: 3–5 double-spaced pages.
● Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
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Grant Funding: Categorical Versus Block
For this discussion, consider the following:
● You apply for federal help in funding a program aimed at improving minority health care in your area. The program serves people of all ages who are suffering from specified ailments, but has a means testing eligibility requirement that limits aid based on income level. Investigate which type of grant funding, categorical or block, would be better for this program, and provide resources to substantiate you choice.
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Readings Use your Social Policy and Sodal Programs text to complete the following
• Read Chapter 6, “Analysis of Service Delivery Systems and Social Policy Program Design,” pages 107-137.
Use the Capella Library to complete the following: • Atkinson, C., & Lucas, R. (2013). Policy and gender in adult social care work. Public Administration, 91(1), 159-173.
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Unit6 SWK5006 DUE NOV15
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Centralized Versus Decentralized Service Delivery
How does a centralized service delivery model differ from a decentralized service delivery model? Examine three differences in your response, using specific examples. Identify how these differences would affect agency clients. In other words, how do these models each empower or disempower clients? Use this unit’s readings to inform your discussion.
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Integration and Specification
How do the concepts of integration and specification contrast and interact? Provide and explore at least two specific examples. Your analysis should point out how an agency could best try to utilize both concepts.
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UNIT10 SWK5006 DUE DEC12
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Social Workers as Agents of Change
Assignment Overview
It is understood that social workers are agents of change. That is to say, they are trained to advocate for their clients and navigate the human services system. Given this charge, to what extent has your participation in this course contributed to your professional growth?
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following competencies and behaviors:
● Competency 1: Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior.
○ C1.GP.B: Use reflection and self-regulation to manage personal values and maintain professionalism in practice situations.
○ Related Assignment Criteria:
○ Explain the concept of use of self in the context of program and policy planning and Assessment.
○ Describe possibilities for effective professional development in the realm of program and policy planning and development.
● Competency 5: Engage in Policy Practice.
○ C5.GP.B: Assess how social welfare and economic policies impact the delivery of and access to social services.
○ Related Assignment Criteria:
○ Describe how to advocate for human rights and social and economic justice.
Assignment Description
This assignment will ask you to consider your work in this course from a professional development perspective. What have you learned or what skill has been strengthened by engaging in the courseroom discussions and addressing the assignments? Within the context of program and policy planning and Assessment, how do you view the concept of use of self? Is this the same or different perspective than the one you had at the beginning of this course? Finally, how will you practice personal reflection and self-correction to assure continual professional development in the realm of program and policy planning and Assessment?
Assignment Instructions
For this assignment, answer the following:
● How do you view the concept of use of self in the context of program and policy planning and Assessment? Has this perspective changed since the beginning of this course? How and why?
● How would you advocate for human rights and social and economic justice?
● What will you do to assure your own professional development in the realm of program and policy planning and development?
Submission Requirements
The assignment you submit is expected to meet the following requirements:
● Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
● APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to current APA style and formatting standards.
● Length of paper: 3–5 double-spaced pages.
● Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
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Social Policy and Direct Practice: Why We Must Care
Explain how social problem analyses helps social workers in policy creation. Then, reflect on how policies affect your direct service work with clients in your practicum education placement or employment. Finally, share what you learned about yourself and your values after taking this course. Be specific and provide examples.
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Use this unit’s readings to inform your discussion.
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Unit9 SWK5006 DUE DEC 5
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Social Program Description and Assessment
Assignment Overview
An effective way to learn how to evaluate social programs or policies is to focus on a social problem of interest to you and then proceed as Chambers and Bonk do, by engaging in the following:
● Understand the epistemological boundaries of the problem definition.
● Recognize the origins of the problem and its causes and consequences.
● Comprehend who is impacted by this problem, both negatively and positively.
● Recognize what those gains or losses look like and their magnitudes.
Additionally, Chambers and Bonk (2013) suggest that you must understand the historical and judicial contexts of the problem (p. 185). Once these elements are clarified, you can identify a specific program or policy designed to address the identified social problem.
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following competencies and behaviors:
● Competency 5: Engage in Policy Practice.
○ C5.GP.C: Apply critical thinking to analyze, formulate, and advocate for policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice.
○ Related Assignment Criteria:
○ 2. Describe a program or policy designed to address a given social problem.
Assignment Description
Just as Chambers and Bonk (2013) have done in the final chapter of their text, you, as a social program and policy learner, can apply the Assessment criteria discussed in the course to a social program or policy of your choice. In this assessment, you will apply the following elements to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of the program selected:
● Program goals and objectives.
● Eligibility rules.
● The form of the benefit.
● How services are delivered.
● How the program is financed.
It is also important to assess the quality and quantity of the interactions between these elements as well as those between this program or policy and others (Chambers & Bonk, 2013, p. 185).
Assignment Instructions
For this assignment, complete the following:
● Explain a chosen social problem. In your description, include:
○ Ideological or value parameters.
○ Origins, causes, and consequences of problem.
○ The specific groups or population impacted by the problem.
○ The impacts and their magnitudes.
○ The historical and judicial contexts of the problem.
● Select a group that experiences the chosen social problem. This group can be distinguished by race, religion, socioeconomic status, gender orientation, or other characteristics.
● Describe a program or policy designed to address the selected social problem. When selecting a program, choose a small program or internal policy that is manageable, and whose description and mission statement are concise enough to fit on one to two pages.
○ Include the following components in your description of the program: mission statement or goals, and objectives; eligibility rules; form of benefit; administration; service delivery; and financing.
● Analyze interactions between these elements within the program itself.
● Compare and contrast this program’s eligibility requirements with those of a similar program.
● Explain at least one recommendation to improve the quality of the program you have selected.
Reference
Chambers, D. E., & Bonk, J. F. (2013). Social policy and social programs: A method for the practical public policy analyst (6th ed.). Pearson.
Submission Requirements
The assignment you submit is expected to meet the following requirements:
● Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
● APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to current APA style and formatting standards.
● Length of paper: 4–6 double-spaced pages.
● Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
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Analyzing a Child Poverty Program
Develop an analysis for the issue of childhood poverty, showing how at least four groups benefit or suffer due to this issue. Include specific examples of both gainers and losers in your response. Based on the analysis, how would you revise a policy addressing childhood poverty? Although this discussion refers to any policy addressing childhood poverty, you may research a specific policy to inform this discussion.
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Readings
Use your Social Policy and Social Programs text to complete the following:
• Read Chapter 9, “An Example of Social Policy and Social Program Analysis: Selected Features of Federal Child Welfare Legislation Since 1970 Concerned With Child Abuse,” pages 167-185.
Use the Capella Library to complete the following:
• Kantor, P. (2013). The two faces of American urban policy [PDF]. Urban Affairs Review, 49(6), 821-850. • Klevens, J., Barnett, S. B. L., Florence, C., & Moore, D. (2015). Exploring policies for the reduction of child physical abuse and neglect. Child Abuse & Neglect, 40, 1-11.
Multimedia Watch this interactive multimedia: • Government Policy in the 21st Century.
