WEL2310

Human services: casework and groupwork

(ART)

Maurie Hasen

8 points + 4 hours per week + First semester + Caulfield + Prerequisites: WEL1310, WEL1330

Synopsis: Techniques and knowledge applying to welfare work with individuals and small groups and the recording processes involved in this. Interviewing, verbal and non-verbal communication, listening, clarifying, establishing needs and resources. Referring, recording, case histories, case discussions. Group dynamics. Working with task-centred groups.

Assessment: Intake report (500 words): 10% + Case example (500 words): 10% + Filmed case study (2000 words): 30% + Groupwork process report (2500 words): 40% + Literature review (500 words): 10%