The purpose of this assignment is for the student to demonstrate knowledge of a

The purpose of this assignment is for the student to demonstrate knowledge of a current social problem affecting the larger society (e.g. poverty, homelessness or lack of affordable and decent housing, lack of affordable healthcare—and COVI-19, unemployment or underemployment –low wages, racism/sexism/homophobia, or discrimination) and the social worker’s role in addressing it. The student will research how government and private structures and organizations, as part of the social services delivery system, respond to social problems. In the paper the student will demonstrate her/his understanding of how the social service delivery systems best serve the needs of at-risk, vulnerable, or marginalized communities. Special attention is given to social programs that work with at-risk, marginalized clients, and that provide opportunities to implement trauma-informed, strengths-based frameworks to service delivery organizations.
In addition, problem analysis provides an opportunity for the student to apply acquired knowledge related to poverty, trauma and oppression experienced by marginalized groups and communities. It allows for the acquisition of the knowledge, values and skills identified in social work community practice through social service organizations
The current social problem assessment and analysis paper includes seven areas:
a) Identify the specific social problem as it impacts the particular community and the conditions (historical, economic, cultural) of the time that brought it to point of becoming a societal or systemic problem.
b) Provide a description of the current social problem (e.g. poverty, homelessness or lack of affordable and decent housing, lack of affordable healthcare—and COVID-19, unemployment or underemployment, racism/sexism/homophobia, or discrimination).
c) Describe and discuss the ways in which the social problem affects specific groups, and the larger society.
d) Discuss how government and private structures and organizations, through various types of services and resources, seek to ameliorate the problem or eliminate it.
e) Discuss who are the government and private structures’ or organizations’ primary clientele or constituency.
f) Utilize critical thinking skills to explain what were the social, economic, and political forces (including local/state/federal policies) in play that drew attention or influenced the social problem?
g) Discuss social and economic justice issues, existing historical trauma, changing demographics, and other elements relevant to the specific community and the social problem.
h) Based on the knowledge you have gained about the societal or systemic problem, and how organizations have attempted to address it, complete the following:
i. Discuss what you believe are the strengths of organizations attempting to address or solve the problem and areas for growth and improvement?
ii. Using a trauma-informed lens, what recommendations would you offer to improve the overall service delivery system of existing groups or organizations?
Students are required to utilize the APA format for all written materials and assignments. The assignment must meet a minimum of five (5) narrative pages, not including the title, abstract or references pages. The student must also include a minimum of five (5) scholarly references from professional literature sources to support this assignment.
Organizational Assessment and Social Problem Analysis Paper – 30% of total grade
Organizational Assessment and Social Problem Analysis Paper – 30% of total grade
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical Thinking
Concepts, assumptions, inferences & conclusions are clearly and thoroughly expressed. Analysis is logical and thorough. Student thoroughly responded to each element in question 13.
18 pts
Exceptional Competency
Concepts, assumptions, inferences & conclusions are expressed. Analysis is logical. Student adequately responded to each element in question 13.
10.8 pts
Meets Competency
Concepts, assumptions, inferences & conclusions are expressed. Analysis is logical. Student adequately responded to each element in question 13.
7.2 pts
Below Compentency
Concepts, assumptions, inferences & conclusions are inconsistently expressed. Analysis is flawed in some places. Student minimally responded to each element in question 13 or failed to respond to some elements.
0 pts
No Compentency
Concepts, assumptions, inferences & conclusions are unclear; analysis is absent or logic is flawed. Student failed to respond to each element in question 13 or responses were significantly flawed
18 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization & Mechanics
Organization is sequential and appropriate to assignment; paragraphs are well developed; ideas linked with smooth and effective transitions; Paper is virtually error free and reads exceptionally well
3 pts
Exceptional Competnecy
Organization is sequential and appropriate to assignment; paragraphs are well developed; ideas linked with smooth and effective transitions; Paper is virtually error free and reads exceptionally well
1.8 pts
Meets Compentency
Competent organization and paragraph structure; Paper has few errors and reads well.
1.2 pts
Below Competency
Limited attempts to organize ideas; paragraphs are simple and/or disconnected; no transitions; writing includes some errors; reading presents with difficulty.
0 pts
No Compentecy
Organization, if at all, is confusing and disjointed; weak paragraph structure; transitions are missing or illogical; errors are numerous and seriously undermine any coherent reading.
3 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence
Demonstrates skillful use of high-quality, credible, relevant sources appropriate for the problem statement/intervention and discipline
3 pts
Exceptional
Demonstrates skillful use of high-quality, credible, relevant sources appropriate for the problem statement/intervention and discipline
1.8 pts
Meets Compentency
Demonstrates consistent use of credible, relevant sources appropriate for the problem statement/intervention and discipline
1.2 pts
Below Competency
Demonstrates an attempt to use credible and/or relevant sources that are appropriate for the problem statement/intervention and discipline
0.6 pts
No Compentency
Demonstrates minimal to no attempt to use credible and/or relevant sources that are appropriate for the problem statement/intervention and discipline
0 pts
No Marks
3 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA & Citation
APA format is exceptional in the paper; all sources are cited correctly and thoroughly
6 pts
Exceptional
APA format is exceptional in the paper; all sources are cited correctly and thoroughly
3.6 pts
Meets Competency
APA format is used accurately and consistently in the paper; all sources are cited, a majority cited correctly
2.4 pts
Below
There are frequent errors in APA format; not all sources are cited correctly
0 pts
No Competency
Format of the document is not recognizable as APA; reference page is missing or so disorganized it does not represent APA citation style
6 pts
Total Points: 30