Introduction to Generalist Practice Models and Macro Skills

Chapter 1
Introduction to Generalist Practice with Organizations and
Communities
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Young Adulthood
The Generalist Intervention Model
A Micro Approach
A Mezzo Approach
A Macro Approach
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Figure 1.1
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Figure 1.2
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What Does Generalist Practice Mean?
Defining Generalist Practice:
1. Acquisition of an Eclectic Knowledge Base
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Figure 1.3
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Systems Theories
Conceptualizing Systems in Macro Practice
The Macro Client System

The Target System
The Change Agent System
The Action System
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Human Behavior
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Social Welfare Policy and Policy Practice
Social Work Practice
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Research-Informed Practice and
Practice-Informed Research
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Acquisition of Professional Values and Application of
Professional Ethics
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National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
Code of Ethics
Core Values:
Service
Social Justice
Dignity and worth of the person
Importance of human relationships
Integrity
Competence
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International Federation of Social Workers/
International Association of Schools of Social Work
Ethics in Social Work, Statement of Principles
Awareness of Personal Values
Management of Ethical Dilemmas

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3. and 4. Mastery of a Wide Range of Practice Skills to Target
Any Size System
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Before Macro Practice: Three Models of Community
Organization
Locality development
Social planning
Social action
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Emphasis on Client Empowerment, Strengths, And Resiliency
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The Importance of Human Diversity
Variables:
Age
Class (or social class)
Race
Ethnicity
(People of) color
Culture
Disability
Gender
Gender identity
Gender expression
Sex
Sexual orientation
Immigration status
Political ideology
Religion
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Advocacy for Human Rights and the Pursuit of Social and
Economic Justice
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Empowerment of Lesbian and Gay People at the Macro Level
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Effective Work within an Organizational Structure
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A Wide Range of Roles
Enabler
Mediator
Manager
Educator
Analyst/Evaluator
Broker
Facilitator
Initiator
Negotiator
Mobilizer
Advocate
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Figure 1.5
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Figure 1.6
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Figure 1.7
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Figure 1.8
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Figure 1.9
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Figure 1.10
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Figure 1.11
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Figure 1.12
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Figure 1.14
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Professional Identity and Professional Roles
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Use of Critical Thinking Skills
Triple A Approach:
1. Ask questions
2. Assess the established facts and issues involved
3. Assert a concluding opinion
Fallacies to Avoid…
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Incorporation of Research-Informed Practice

Use of a Planned Change Process
Engagement
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Assessment: Identifying Issues and Collecting Information
Identifying Your Client System
Assessing the Client System’s Problems and Needs from a
Macro Perspective
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Identifying Client Strengths
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Macro Practices
Planning in Macro Practice
Implementation and Evaluation in Macro Practice
Termination in Macro Practice
Follow-Up in Macro Practice

Figure 1.15
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Specific Steps for Pursuing Planned Change in Macro Practice
PREPARE:
P: Identify Problems to address
R: Review your macro and personal Reality
E: Establish primary goals
P: Identify relevant People of influence
A: Assess potential financial costs and benefits
to clients and agency
R: Review professional and personal Risk
E: Evaluate the potential success of a macro
change process
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IMAGINE Model
I: Start with an innovative Idea
M: Muster support and formulate an action system
A: Identify Assets
G: Specify Goals, objectives, and action steps to attain them

I: Implement the plan
N: Neutralize opposition
E: Evaluate progress
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The Importance of Historical Perspectives
The History of Generalist Practice with Organiza tions and
Communities in the Professional Context
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