SOCW 6060
SOCIAL WORK CLINICAL THEORY AND PRACTICE
Application of Role Theory to a Case Study, Part 1
WHAT TO KNOW
This week, you will use role theory to apply to your chosen case study. In other words, your theoretical orientation—or lens—is role theory as you analyze the case study. Use the same case study you chose in Week 2. (Remember: You will be using this same case study throughout the entire course.)
Use the Analysis of a Theory Worksheet to help you dissect the theory. You do not need to submit this handout. It is a tool for you to use to dissect the theory, and then you can employ the information in the table to complete your Assignment.
PLEASE REFER TO THE WEEK 2 CASE STUDY.
TO PREPARE
• Review and focus on the same case study that you used in Week 2.
• Use the Analysis of a Theory Worksheet to help you dissect the theory. Use this tool to dissect the theory, employ the information in the table to complete your Assignment, and then keep it to add to your Theories Study Guide in Week 11.
• Review the websites and guides for developing PowerPoint skills found in the Learning Resources.
• Be sure to review the Kaltura Guide item in the Learning Resources.
• Use Personal Capture to record the PowerPoint slides on your screen and your audio as you present the information. You will then use Kaltura Media to upload this recording to the Assignment link.
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ASSIGNMENT
Submit a PowerPoint presentation using the Personal Capture feature of the Kaltura media feature in the online classroom. Record yourself giving the audio-visual presentation much like you would in a case presentation or other public setting. The presentation should include 11–12 slides.
• Use bullet points when writing on each slide, meaning no long paragraphs of written text should be in the slides.
• Keep in mind that the recording takes the place of fully written paragraphs, while the bullet points provide context and cues for the audience to follow along.
• Be sure to review the Kaltura Guide item in the Learning Resources.
Your presentation should address the following:
• Identify the presenting problem for the case study you selected. (Remember: The presenting problem has to be framed from the perspective of role theory. For example, the presenting problem can be framed within the context of role functioning.)
• Identify all the relevant roles assumed by the client.
• Analyze the social expectations and social and cultural norms revolving around the role, social position, and role scripts of one of the roles assumed by the client.
• Explain the role and social position of the social worker in working with the client in the case study.
• Describe how the role(s) and social position(s) assumed by the social worker will influence the relationship between the social worker and the client.
• Identify three assessment questions that are guided by role theory that you will ask the client to better understand the problem.
• Identify and describe two interventions that are aligned with the presenting problem and role theory.
• Identify one advantage and one limitation in using role theory in understanding the case.
Submit also, as a separate document, your Week 4 Analysis of a Theory Worksheet.
Be sure to:
• Identify and correctly reference the case study you have chosen.
• Use literature to support your claims.
• Use APA formatting and style.
• Include a Reference List on the last slide.
Part two of the home work..
Analysis of Theory Worksheet
Use this worksheet to help you apply a theory as a lens to the case study for your assignments. Fill in the column on the right with all applicable information, and then consider it a reference for how to apply the theory. You must submit this worksheet, where indicated, in applicable assignments. Then you will compile the worksheet for your Theories Study Guide (that you can use for the licensure exam) at the end of the course.
Name of theory
Author or founder
Historical origin of theory
Basic assumptions
Underlying assumptions
Key concepts
Foci/unit of analysis
Philosophical or conceptual framework
Strengths of theory
Limitations of theory
Common criticisms
When and with whom it would be appropriate to use the theory/model
Consistency of theory/model with social work principles
Identification of goodness of fit with ethical principles
Ways in which theory/model informs research methods
Implications for social work practice
Support your post with examples from the course text to demonstrate that you have completed the required readings, understand the material, and are able to apply the concepts. As the course progresses, you will be expected to cite using APA. To develop APA skills, utilize resources from the Writing
PLEASE WRITE THE HEADINGS
COURSE BOOK/MATERIAL
Social Work Treatment 7TH 25
Author: Franklin, Cynthia
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-767725-4
ISBN-10: 0-19-767725-8
Edition/Copyright: 7TH 25
Publisher: Oxford University Press
WEEKLY RESOURCES
REQUIRED READING
• Franklin, C., & Jordan, C. (Ed.). (2024). Turner’s social work treatment: Interlocking theoretical approaches (7th ed.). Oxford University Press
o Chapter 3, “Relational Social Work: Psychosocial Perspective” (pp. H19–H29)
o Chapter 6, “Social Learning Theory” (pp. H49–H59)
• Blakely, T. J., & Dziadosz, G. M. (2008). Case management and social role theory as partners in service deliveryLinks to an external site.. Care Management Journals, 9 (3), 106–112. https://doi.org/10.1891/1521-0987.9.3.106
• Dulin, A. M. (2007). A lesson on social role theory: An example of human behavior in the social environment theoryLinks to an external site.. Advances in Social Work, 8 (1), 104–112. https://doi.org/10.18060/134
• Document: Psychological and Social Factors RefresherDownload Psychological and Social Factors Refresher (Word document)
• Document: Analysis of a Theory WorksheetDownload Analysis of a Theory Worksheet (Word document)
• Document: Theory Into Practice: Four Social Work Case StudiesDownload Theory Into Practice: Four Social Work Case Studies (PDF)
REQUIRED MEDIA
• Walden University, LLC. (2017). Theories knowledge check, part 1 Links to an external site. [Interactive media]. Walden University Canvas. https://waldenu.instructure.com
• Document: Theories Knowledge Check, Part 1 TranscriptDownload Theories Knowledge Check, Part 1 Transcript (PDF)
Optional Resources
• Healy, K. (2016). After the biomedical technology revolution: Where to now for a bio-psycho-social approach to social work?Links to an external site. British Journal of Social Work, 46 (5), 1446–1462. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4985727/