Category: Sociology

Authority, Power, And Best Practices For Supervision

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As a supervisor, at some point in your social work career, you will find yourself in the position of power, and in a situation where corrective and disciplinary action is indicated. It is important for supervisors to have the knowledge and skills to navigate these difficult situations.

Instructions
For this assignment, discuss the interplay between the Social Work Standards for Supervision (2008), Reamer’s (1998) obligations of a supervisor, and supervisory authority and power. By providing relevant examples from your personal experiences, and a connection to the course content, discuss this interplay, and the challenges of balancing the supervisory role and how you as a supervisor will address what clinicians need to do differently to solve problems, to move outside their comfort zone, to be accountable, and to demonstrate honesty in their work.

 

 

A just war

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What constitutes a just war? Do you consider recent U.S. wars, such as the war in Afghanistan, the Iraq War begun in 2003, and the war on terror to be just? Why or why not? Are just wars social problems?

 

A world without prisons.

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Imagine a world without prisons. What would it be like to live in that world? Would there be more crime, and if so, how much more? Do you believe it is the fear of prison that keeps most people from violating the law? Why or why not?

 

 

 

The Economics of Social Security

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Using the Economics of Social Security case, the knowledge you have gained in this course, as well as at least three additional credible resources, analyze the case by addressing the following:

Explain how the Social Security system’s basic principles are different from private insurance.
Determine how Social Security affects the economic well-being of blacks, relative to whites and Hispanics.
Assess if the current Social Security system promotes income equality. Why or why not?
Propose how the Social Security system could be modernized to ensure long-term solvency and fairness in distribution. Be specific and support your proposal with research.

 

 

 

 

 

Kelly Stuart’s The New New

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After reading Kelly Stuart’s The New New (pp. 671-675), answer the following discussion question in 150 words. At the end of the story, the two writers decide to continue writing Jimmy’s story. What do you think he says that about them? What did Naomi reveal about Jimmy?

 

Microaggressions that the LGBTQIA+ population may experience.

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Post your response to the following:
• Identify three specific examples of microaggressions that the LGBTQIA+ population may experience.
• Explain the impact on the individual of experiencing microaggressions. Be sure to use the literature (in the learning resources) to support your thoughts.

Respond to two colleagues:
• Explain why some people may speak or act in ways that could be considered a microaggression.
• Describe two strategies to prevent or respond to the microaggressions your colleague identified.

How families can focus on family well-being.

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Many families are open to setting healthy family goals, but struggle to improve family well-being due to everyday stress and distractions. The demands of work, school activities, social media, or caring for a loved one can sometimes put family wellness at the bottom of the list of priorities. Provide 2-3 examples of how families can focus on family well-being.

Family Life Cycles

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In a 1000 – 1250 word (4-5 page) paper discuss each of the seven family life cycles from the textbook. How important is each stage? What have we learned in this course that can help with communication in each stage? Provide an example of each stage (what it looks like or consists of) and communication aspects we’ve learned that are helpful during the stage.

Then based on cultural trends and evolving values of new generations, what changes in marriage do you predict in the next 15 years? What evidence do you have to support this viewpoint? Do you think most couples today follow the same cycle as those 20 years ago? Why or why not?