,QUESTION 1
1.1 Describe the recruitment method that you would use to recruit members. (3)
For this group, a purposeful sampling method would be most appropriate.
Purposeful sampling allows the social worker to intentionally select parents and
caregivers of children and adolescents living with HIV who are facing challenges in
disclosing the child’s HIV status (Etikan, Musa & Alkassim, 2016). This method
ensures that the recruited participants have direct experience relevant to the group’s
objectives, which is preparing them for disclosure and supporting treatment
adherence. Recruitment could involve inviting eligible parents and caregivers through
the clinic’s HIV programme, distributing flyers, or directly contacting clients during
routine visits.
1.2 Do you think the above group will be a task group? Motivate your answer.
(3)
Yes, this would be classified as a task group. Task groups are formed to achieve a
specific goal or complete a particular task, rather than focusing primarily on personal
development or social interaction (Corey, Corey & Corey, 2018). In this scenario, the
group’s objective is to support parents and caregivers in preparing to disclose their
child’s HIV status effectively. The structured goal-oriented nature of helping caregivers
acquire skills and strategies aligns with the definition of a task group.
1.3 In view of group composition, would you consider the above group to be a
heterogeneous group? Motivate your answer. (3)
Yes, the group would be heterogeneous. Heterogeneous groups include members
with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and characteristics (Robbins & Judge, 2019).
In this case, parents and caregivers may vary in age, socioeconomic status,
educational levels, cultural beliefs, and experiences with healthcare systems. This
diversity can enrich discussions by providing multiple perspectives on disclosure
strategies and support mechanisms, enhancing learning for all members.
, 1.4 In planning for the above group, would you opt for an open group? Motivate
your answer. (3)
No, I would not opt for an open group. An open group allows members to join or
leave at any time, which can disrupt group cohesion and trust (Corey et al., 2018). For
sensitive topics like HIV disclosure, maintaining confidentiality, stability, and trust is
critical. A closed group ensures that the same parents and caregivers attend all
sessions, allowing for consistent support, continuity of discussions, and the
development of a safe environment where participants feel comfortable sharing
personal concerns.
1.5 Set up the inclusion criteria for this group. (3)
The inclusion criteria for the group would include:
1. Parents or primary caregivers of children or adolescents living with HIV who
have not yet disclosed the child’s HIV status.
2. Willingness to participate in group sessions and actively engage in discussions.
3. Ability to communicate in the language used for group facilitation.
4. Commitment to attend all scheduled sessions to ensure continuity and
cohesion.
5. Acknowledgment of the importance of supporting the child’s adherence to HIV
treatment (National Department of Health, 2016).
These criteria ensure that the group consists of participants who can benefit from the
sessions while maintaining the group’s focus and effectiveness.
QUESTION 2
2.1.1 ABSTRACT (3 marks)
This group work proposal focuses on supporting parents and caregivers of children
and adolescents living with HIV in South Africa who have not disclosed the child’s HIV
status. Despite significant progress in the national HIV programme, non-disclosure
1.1 Describe the recruitment method that you would use to recruit members. (3)
For this group, a purposeful sampling method would be most appropriate.
Purposeful sampling allows the social worker to intentionally select parents and
caregivers of children and adolescents living with HIV who are facing challenges in
disclosing the child’s HIV status (Etikan, Musa & Alkassim, 2016). This method
ensures that the recruited participants have direct experience relevant to the group’s
objectives, which is preparing them for disclosure and supporting treatment
adherence. Recruitment could involve inviting eligible parents and caregivers through
the clinic’s HIV programme, distributing flyers, or directly contacting clients during
routine visits.
1.2 Do you think the above group will be a task group? Motivate your answer.
(3)
Yes, this would be classified as a task group. Task groups are formed to achieve a
specific goal or complete a particular task, rather than focusing primarily on personal
development or social interaction (Corey, Corey & Corey, 2018). In this scenario, the
group’s objective is to support parents and caregivers in preparing to disclose their
child’s HIV status effectively. The structured goal-oriented nature of helping caregivers
acquire skills and strategies aligns with the definition of a task group.
1.3 In view of group composition, would you consider the above group to be a
heterogeneous group? Motivate your answer. (3)
Yes, the group would be heterogeneous. Heterogeneous groups include members
with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and characteristics (Robbins & Judge, 2019).
In this case, parents and caregivers may vary in age, socioeconomic status,
educational levels, cultural beliefs, and experiences with healthcare systems. This
diversity can enrich discussions by providing multiple perspectives on disclosure
strategies and support mechanisms, enhancing learning for all members.
, 1.4 In planning for the above group, would you opt for an open group? Motivate
your answer. (3)
No, I would not opt for an open group. An open group allows members to join or
leave at any time, which can disrupt group cohesion and trust (Corey et al., 2018). For
sensitive topics like HIV disclosure, maintaining confidentiality, stability, and trust is
critical. A closed group ensures that the same parents and caregivers attend all
sessions, allowing for consistent support, continuity of discussions, and the
development of a safe environment where participants feel comfortable sharing
personal concerns.
1.5 Set up the inclusion criteria for this group. (3)
The inclusion criteria for the group would include:
1. Parents or primary caregivers of children or adolescents living with HIV who
have not yet disclosed the child’s HIV status.
2. Willingness to participate in group sessions and actively engage in discussions.
3. Ability to communicate in the language used for group facilitation.
4. Commitment to attend all scheduled sessions to ensure continuity and
cohesion.
5. Acknowledgment of the importance of supporting the child’s adherence to HIV
treatment (National Department of Health, 2016).
These criteria ensure that the group consists of participants who can benefit from the
sessions while maintaining the group’s focus and effectiveness.
QUESTION 2
2.1.1 ABSTRACT (3 marks)
This group work proposal focuses on supporting parents and caregivers of children
and adolescents living with HIV in South Africa who have not disclosed the child’s HIV
status. Despite significant progress in the national HIV programme, non-disclosure
