SOC-372-O500 Topic 8 Discussion GCU

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SOC-372-O500 Topic 8 Discussion GCU

Topic 8 DQ 1

Research and discuss the various roles social workers play within the department of corrections. What are the
potential obstacles they may face? Include the conflicting values between the field of social work and the
punitive focus of the criminal justice system. Consider how capital punishment relates.
This discussion question is informed by the following EPAS Standards:
2: Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice
3: Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice
4: Engage In Practice-informed Research and Research-informed Practice
6: Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities

Topic 8 DQ 2

Identify and discuss the various divisions of the child welfare system and the role of social workers in each.
What do you see as the biggest obstacles for the social worker employed in this field? Read about the key
principles social workers use in aiding offenders and their families in Chapter 14 of the textbook. Which of the
principles are most important to you?
This discussion question is informed by the following EPAS Standards:
2: Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice

3: Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice
6: Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities