Social Work 1022A/B Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Mental Disorder, Child Neglect, Adverse Childhood Experiences Study

• School: Western University
• Department: Social Work
• Course: Social Work 1022A/B
• Professor: Andrew Mantulak

Document Summary

Approaches to assessment, intervention different with children than adults. Social work with children demands specialization and different skill set. Canada currently has no national child welfare system. Each province and territory assumes responsibility for child welfare. There are 53 separate child welfare agencies in ontario. First nations child welfare is provided by the provincial agency, or by a first nations agency. Child welfare is a major area of employment for social workers. A difficult field of practice a) b) c) d) e) f) Child welfare is also one of the most difficult areas for practitioners. The services that social workers provide for children and youth can be either in-home or out-of-home Provided to help family members live together harmoniously in a secure and safe environment. Family counselling, parenting supports, a nd family educational services. Implemented when the home situation becomes unsuitable for the child. Kinship care, residential care, reunification services, transition programs.