Student Number: 41722280
Student Name: P G
MOKHACHANE
Assignment 1
Written Assignment
Unique Assignment Number: 699661
Module: SCK3701
Social Case Work
University of South Africa
DATE: 15/05/2021
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, TABLE OF CONTE
1. Cover Letter page 1
2. Table of content 2
3. Introduction 3
4. Question 1 3
1.1 Briefly discuss how you understand the self of Kgomotso and the experiences that threaten the self in terms of
proposition 8 and 11 (c) & (d) 3
1.2 Identify two strengths that Kgomotso displays and explain clearly, why you identify them as strengths. 4
1.3 How would you maintain and apply the values of confidentiality and self-determination with reference to
Kgomotso’s case? 4
1.4 Briefly describe the constructivist approach in relation to the situation faced by Kgomotso. 5
1.5 Explain how you understand Kgomotso’s situation with reference to proposition 12, 18 &19. 5
1.6 As a social worker working on this case, how would you create a safe space for Kgomotso? 6
1.7 In your opinion, do you think it is important for Kgomotso to join a support group as she has done? Provide
reasons for your answer. 7
1.8 In the social work profession, communication skills are a vital component of all social work intervention.
Suppose you were the social worker in Kgomotso’ s case; provide three communication skills that you would
use during your intervention with Kgomotso and provide reasons why those communication skills are
important to you as a social worker. 8
5. Question 2. 8
2.1 Identify and briefly explain (with examples) the three types of exploring distortions according to the person-
centered approach. 8
2.2 Explain the difference between constructivism and positivism. 8
2.3 Briefly discuss the significance of proposition 8 (the self) in dealing with both the conscious and unconscious
experiences of the client. 9
2.4 Name and briefly discuss the three guidelines used by the facilitator during the implementation of the skill of
immediacy. Substantiate why it is important for the facilitator to make use of each guideline. 9
2.5 Communication skills are vital in any facilitation process. Explain why attending and listening are important
skills in the facilitation process. Give reasons for your answer. 9
2.6 Discuss the two (2) ways in which the facilitator can implement the value of respect in his/her practice. 10
2.7 Briefly discuss the following propositions in relation to working with individuals and families.
2.8 Discuss the following three (3) advanced communication skills and give one example for each. 10
2.9 Identify and briefly discuss the six (6) main principles inherent in constructivism, as identified by Sexton and
Griffin (1997), and indicate how you would apply each of these principles in working with clients. 11
6. Conclusion 12
7. Bibliography 12
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Student Name: P G
MOKHACHANE
Assignment 1
Written Assignment
Unique Assignment Number: 699661
Module: SCK3701
Social Case Work
University of South Africa
DATE: 15/05/2021
1|Page
, TABLE OF CONTE
1. Cover Letter page 1
2. Table of content 2
3. Introduction 3
4. Question 1 3
1.1 Briefly discuss how you understand the self of Kgomotso and the experiences that threaten the self in terms of
proposition 8 and 11 (c) & (d) 3
1.2 Identify two strengths that Kgomotso displays and explain clearly, why you identify them as strengths. 4
1.3 How would you maintain and apply the values of confidentiality and self-determination with reference to
Kgomotso’s case? 4
1.4 Briefly describe the constructivist approach in relation to the situation faced by Kgomotso. 5
1.5 Explain how you understand Kgomotso’s situation with reference to proposition 12, 18 &19. 5
1.6 As a social worker working on this case, how would you create a safe space for Kgomotso? 6
1.7 In your opinion, do you think it is important for Kgomotso to join a support group as she has done? Provide
reasons for your answer. 7
1.8 In the social work profession, communication skills are a vital component of all social work intervention.
Suppose you were the social worker in Kgomotso’ s case; provide three communication skills that you would
use during your intervention with Kgomotso and provide reasons why those communication skills are
important to you as a social worker. 8
5. Question 2. 8
2.1 Identify and briefly explain (with examples) the three types of exploring distortions according to the person-
centered approach. 8
2.2 Explain the difference between constructivism and positivism. 8
2.3 Briefly discuss the significance of proposition 8 (the self) in dealing with both the conscious and unconscious
experiences of the client. 9
2.4 Name and briefly discuss the three guidelines used by the facilitator during the implementation of the skill of
immediacy. Substantiate why it is important for the facilitator to make use of each guideline. 9
2.5 Communication skills are vital in any facilitation process. Explain why attending and listening are important
skills in the facilitation process. Give reasons for your answer. 9
2.6 Discuss the two (2) ways in which the facilitator can implement the value of respect in his/her practice. 10
2.7 Briefly discuss the following propositions in relation to working with individuals and families.
2.8 Discuss the following three (3) advanced communication skills and give one example for each. 10
2.9 Identify and briefly discuss the six (6) main principles inherent in constructivism, as identified by Sexton and
Griffin (1997), and indicate how you would apply each of these principles in working with clients. 11
6. Conclusion 12
7. Bibliography 12
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