Deck 1: Introduction to Direct Practice Social Work Free

Question 1

The primary goal of direct practice social work is to provide assistance to vulnerable populations within our society.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Direct practice social work employs culturally appropriate and ethical interventions that are inclusive, nonjudgmental, and that honor the uniqueness of each individual and her cultural and social background.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Practicing in culturally sensitive ways is not necessary to professional social work practice.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Regardless of the setting, it is common for social workers to perform a variety of roles within their place of employment.

Question 5

Direct practice social workers interface with environmental systems on which level(s)?

A)Micro level
B)Mezzo level
C)Macro level

Question 6

What are the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) core values that exemplify how professional social workers should conduct their behavior?

A)Service
B)Social justice
C)Disengagement in policy
D)Dignity and worth of the person
E)Competence

Question 7

What are some of the roles social workers may play?

A)Advocate
B)Broker
C)Case manager
D)Counselor
E)Educator
F)Friend
G)Facilitator
H)Program coordinator
I)Outreach worker

Question 8

Describe two of the most important qualities that you think a professional social worker should possess.

Question 9

Why is cultural competency important for social workers?