Bachelor of Social Work Curriculum
Chemical Dependency Counseling Curriculum
Human Development Curriculum
 

Bachelor of Social Work Curriculum

 To provide further development of the basic skills of generalist social work practice associated with intervention at the individual, family, group, organization and community levels, Fairview Recovery Services, Inc. offers intern experience contained in the following field instruction objectives provided by Marywood University:

demonstrate self-awareness and conscious use of self in the helping relationship

operationalize the values and ethics of the profession of social work in practice situations, as both a fundamental orientation and a guide to intervention (confidentiality, client respect, self determination)

identify the qualities of a professional relationship (respect for client, mutuality, collaboration, etc.)

demonstrate the ability to communicate with diverse client systems in various phases of the social work process

demonstrate a fundamental and prime concern for the consumer of services, with one's first responsibility to the client

reflect a position which places the user of service or community group client system as a core element in issue identification and solutions including the delineation of goals and tasks in the change effort

demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity to race, gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, class, religion, physical or mental ability, and national origin in particular interventions or practice settings

synthesize sociological, economic, political, and historical factors which shape practice in a particular intervention or practice setting

  use psychological, biological, sociological, and cultural data to develop professional assessment

  organize in a systematic manner the information available in a situation; utilizing appropriate theoretical framework(s)

demonstrate the use of a variety of interventive roles and strategies with t risk populations

  demonstrate skill in evaluating the interventive plan

use both intra and inter agency resources in the helping situation

demonstrate professional responsibility for practice intervention and an understanding of accountability in social work practice

apply critical thinking skills in social work practice

demonstrate flexibility in altering his/her approach based on new learning

demonstrate knowledge of the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination and the strategies of change that advance social and economic justice

apply the use of supervision and consultation as tools to enhance professional practice

demonstrate the ability to interact and work with colleagues

participate with other professional and paraprofessionals in activities which enable client system goal attainment

use both written and oral communication in a professional manner, including the use of case recording skills for documentation and accountability, and methods of safeguarding professional communication

demonstrate skill in analyzing social policies and their impact on clients, workers, and agencies

complete a program evaluation or research utilizing a single-subject design

function within a social agency and, under supervision, seek necessary organizational change

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Chemical Dependency Counseling Curriculum

 To provide a supervised clinical practicum introducing the student to the CASAC (Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor) role, Fairview Recovery Services, Inc. offers intern experience contained in the following field instruction objectives provided by Broome Community College:

to provide a practical, living laboratory experience which will serve to test selected, academic concepts presented in other courses

to further provide a real-life setting in which can be used by the intern in developing those skills and characteristics that relate to research findings regarding what makes effective helpers

to provide a real-life experience which can be used as the basis for discussing approaches and duties with other interns in similar settings

to have interns formally evaluated by working professionals such that the level of performance can be used in the future for further growth and/or reference

to become familiar with community alcoholism and substance abuse services that are part of the local service delivery system

to develop client assessment skills, involving problem solving approaches through critical thinking and professional writing skills

to become acquainted with resources, target populations, needs assessments, and community philosophies relevant to education/prevention activities

to engage in am alcoholism/drug use prevention program designed to enhance participant knowledge of the benefits and risks of substance abuse

to develop an understanding of program evaluation as a method to improve service delivery

to become familiar with the principles of ethical conduct and confidentiality as related to alcoholism/substance abuse and HIV/AIDS information

to develop an appreciation for and awareness of cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity

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Human Development Curriculum

To provide a supervised setting in which the student receives hands on experience related to Human Development, Fairview Recovery Services, Inc. offers intern experience contained in the following field instruction objectives provided by Binghamton University:

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