SSW347 - Field Seminar II

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Subject Title
Field Seminar II

Subject Description
This course deepens students' professionalism and readiness for the field of social service work. Professional practice skills will be enhanced in the areas of critical reflection, conflict resolution, collegial relationships, supervision, initiative and self-care. Students will gain a deeper understanding of systemic pressures and factors impacting front-line practice including barriers to implementing theory to practice, funding challenges and policy implications. The course is delivered via facilitated group discussion, and as a result, students will develop their professional identity in a collaborative learning environment.

Credit Status
One credit. Failure to obtain a passing grade in SSW347 or SSW357 will prevent you from proceeding into SSW447 and SSW457.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

1. Reflect on social service practice through critical self-reflection exercises and assignments (VLO 8)
 
2. Commit to professional growth by developing and achieving specific field-based learning outcomes through the creation of a learning contract. (VLO1 & 8)
 
3. Apply creative problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to various challenges related to field work experiences, including but not limited to: values/ethics, collegiality, supervision, and taking initiative. (VLO1, 2 & 8)
 
4. Critically analyze how theory is applied to practice including anti-oppression, intersectionality, cultural safety, harm reduction and trauma-informed approaches. (VLO 3, 5 & 7)
 
5. Critically analyze systemic pressures impacting social service organizations including governmental policies, organizational policies and funding. (VLO5)
 
6. Update and implement a self-care plan in order to promote short and long-term well-being. (VLO8)
 
7. Demonstrate the ability to function effectively as a member of a working team in seminar discussions and in-class activities. (VLO1)


Vocational Learning Outcomes
 
 
1. Develop respectful and collaborative professional and interpersonal relationships that adhere to professional, legal, and ethical standards aligned to social service work.
 
2. Record information accurately and communicate effectively in written, digital, verbal and non- verbal ways, in adherence to privacy and freedom of information legislation, in accordance with professional and workplace standards.
 
3. Integrate a practice framework within a service delivery continuum, addressing the needs of individuals, families and communities at micro, mezzo, macro and global levels, and work with them in achieving their goals.
 
4. Plan and implement accessible and responsive programs and services, recognizing the diverse needs and experiences of individuals, groups, families and communities, and meeting these needs.
 
5. Examine current social policy, relevant legislation, and political, social, historical, and/or economic systems and their impacts for individuals and communities when delivering services to the user/client.
 
6. Develop strategies and approaches that support individual clients, groups, families and communities in building the capacity for self-advocacy, while affirming their dignity and self-worth.
 
7. Work from an anti-oppressive, strengths-based practice, recognizing the capacity for resilience and growth of individuals and communities when responding to the diverse needs of marginalized or vulnerable populations to act as allies and advocates.
 
8. Develop strategies and approaches to implement and maintain holistic self-care as a member of a human service profession.
 
9. Work with individuals, groups, families and their communities to ensure that service provider strategies promote social and economic justice, and challenge patterns of oppression, discrimination and harassment, and sexual violence with clients, coworkers and communities.
 
10. Develop the capacity to work with the Indigenous individual, families, groups and communities while respecting their inherent rights to self-determine, and to identify and address systemic barriers that produce ill-effects, developing appropriate responses using approaches such as trauma informed care practice

Essential Employability Skills

    •  Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfils the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.

    •  Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.

    •  Execute mathematical operations accurately.

    •  Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.

    •  Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.

    •  Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.

    •  Show respect for diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.

    •  Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.

    •  Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.

    •  Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.

Academic Integrity
Seneca upholds a learning community that values academic integrity, honesty, fairness, trust, respect, responsibility and courage. These values enhance Seneca's commitment to deliver high-quality education and teaching excellence, while supporting a positive learning environment. Ensure that you are aware of Seneca's Academic Integrity Policy which can be found at: http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/academic-integrity-policy.html Review section 2 of the policy for details regarding approaches to supporting integrity. Section 2.3 and Appendix B of the policy describe various sanctions that can be applied, if there is suspected academic misconduct (e.g., contract cheating, cheating, falsification, impersonation or plagiarism).

Please visit the Academic Integrity website http://open2.senecac.on.ca/sites/academic-integrity/for-students to understand and learn more about how to prepare and submit work so that it supports academic integrity, and to avoid academic misconduct.

Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecapolytechnic.ca.

Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Accessibility Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.

Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
Synchronous (live) classes may be delivered in person, in a Flexible Learning space, or online through a Seneca web conferencing platform such as MS Teams or Zoom. Flexible Learning spaces are equipped with cameras, microphones, monitors and speakers that capture and stream instructor and student interactions, providing an in-person experience for students choosing to study online.

Students joining a live class online may be required to have a working camera in order to participate, or for certain activities (e.g. group work, assessments), and high-speed broadband access (e.g. Cable, DSL) is highly recommended. In the event students encounter circumstances that impact their ability to join the platform with their camera on, they should reach out to the professor to discuss. Live classes may be recorded and made available to students to support access to course content and promote student learning and success.

By attending live classes, students are consenting to the collection and use of their personal information for the purposes of administering the class and associated coursework. To learn more about Seneca's privacy practices, visit Privacy Notice.