Types of Observation in Social Case Work Types of Observation in Social Case Work 1. Participant Observation Participant observation involves the social worker actively engaging in the client’s environment or…
Purpose of Observation in Social Case Work · Understanding Behavior Observation helps social workers gain insights into how clients act and react in various situations. By observing the client’s interactions,…
Tools for Social Case Work: Interview An interview is a formal or informal conversation where one party (the interviewer) asks questions, and the other party (the interviewee) responds, with the…
Qualities of a Good Interviewer · Empathy Empathy allows the professional to genuinely understand and connect with the client’s emotions, thoughts, and experiences. An empathetic interviewer can create a safe…
Challenges in Conducting Interviews · Building Trust and Rapport Clients may come to the interview with varying levels of trust in social workers, influenced by past experiences, personal beliefs, or…