Human services: methods and values
Ian Murray
3 hours per week * First semester * Caulfield
The subject introduces human services work from the worker's perspective. The relationship between values, knowledge and method. Human nature and needs, the sources and variability of values, knowledge, feelings and behaviour. The values of self-determination, individual worth and dignity, and realisation of potential in human services work. An introduction to methods of intervention such as case-work, group-work and community work in historical and ideological contexts. The concept of social functioning.
Assessment
Written reports and essays (4500 words): 100%
Prescribed texts
Zastrow C The practice of social work Wadsworth, 1992
O'Connor I, Wilson J and Thomas K Social work and welfare practice Longman Cheshire, 1991