BASW Field Evaluations. Senior Internship, AY Methods

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1 BASW Field Evaluations Senior Internship, AY Methods Field instructors conduct BASW evaluations at mid-semester and at the end of the senior year. These evaluations are based on competencies established by the School of Social Work for undergraduate student performance. Ratings can range from 1 (does not meet expectation) to 5 (mastered). Evaluations were available for 43 BASW students. Paired t-tests were used to compare midsemester and final ratings. Results As shown in the following table, all ratings for aggregated competencies showed significant improvement from mid-term to final evaluation. At the end of the semester, most students attained 3 or higher ratings for each specific competency (i.e., were viewed as at least competent by their field instructor). It was also evident that one or two students consistently achieved ratings of 1 or 2. There were only three specific competencies for which more than three students received a rating of 1 or 2. Two of these three were within the policy area and one was within the social justice area. Final means ranged from 3.62 for research to 4.28 for engagement skills. 1

2 CODES FOR RATINGS 1 = Does not meet expectation 2 = Beginning level of skill 3 = Competent 4 = Advanced 5 = Mastered COMPETENCY #1 Identify as a professional social worker and conduct oneself accordingly. Mid-Year Final <.001 A. Articulates the various roles, functions, and purposes of social workers. 0 (0.0) 10 (23.8) 32 (76.2) B. Demonstrates professional behavior (in demeanor, appearance, and communication. 0 (0.0) 5 (11.9) 37 (88.1) C. Establishes and maintains professional boundaries (with clients, staff, field instructor, and other professionals). 0 (0.0) 5 (11.9) 37 (88.1) D. Engages in appropriate use of supervision and consultation. 0 (0.0) 6 (14.3) 36 (85.7) E. Demonstrates ability to be self-evaluative and accountable for his/her own learning and professional development. 0 (0.0) 9 (21.4) 33 (78.6) COMPETENCY #2 Apply social work ethical principles to guide professional practice. Mid-Year Final <.001 A. Makes ethical decisions by applying ethical standards of the NASW Code of Ethics. 1 (2.4) 13 (31.0) 28 (66.7) B. Recognizes and understands how professional values can guide social work practice. 0 (0.0) 12 (28.6) 30 (71.4) C. Applies ethical problem-solving strategies in situations of uncertainty. 0 (0.0) 14 (33.3) 28 (66.7) D. Applies relevant legal standards to practice (such as mandated reporting, parental, legal consent, etc.). 2 (4.9) 13 (31.7) 26 (63.4) E. Demonstrates insight into personal dynamics, feelings, and values. 0 (0.0) 6 (15.4) 33 (84.6) 2

3 COMPETENCY #3 Apply critical thinking to inform and communicate professional judgments. Mid-Year Final <.001 A. Integrates, analyzes, and synthesizes information from a variety of perspectives and multiple sources of knowledge in the development of professional judgment and assessment, prevention, intervention, and evaluation. 2 (4.8) 13 (31.0) 27 (64.3) B. Writes professionally with clarity, organization, and conciseness. 3 (7.1) 9 (21.4) 30 (71.4) C. Articulates orally with clarity, organization, and conciseness. 0 (0.0) 11 (26.2) 31 (73.8) D. Uses technology to enhance the communication of ideas. 1 (2.4) 11 (26.8) 29 (70.7) COMPETENCY #4 Engage diversity and difference in practice. Mid-Year Final <.001 A. Recognizes how a culture s structures and values may oppress, discriminate, and marginalize, as well as enhance privilege or power. 0 (0.0) 9 (21.4) 33 (78.6) B. Recognizes own biases and values, recognizing one s role as a learner, in work with diverse and different groups. 0 (0.0) 10 (23.8) 32 (76.2) C. Views oneself as a learner and seeks guidance from experienced professionals and others. 0 (0.0) 3 (7.1) 39 (92.9) D. Understands and applies the multiple aspects of diversity, including but not limited to, age, class, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identify and expression, immigration status, race, religion, political ideology, and sexual orientation in shaping life experiences. 1 (2.4) 8 (19.0) 33 (78.6) 3

4 COMPETENCY #5 Advance human rights and social and economic justice. Mid-Year Final <.001 A. Understands theories, forms, and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination to promote human and civil rights. 2 (5.0) 14 (35.0) 24 (60.0) B. Is knowledgeable of local, regional, and global programs and services available for advocacy of human rights. 2 (4.9) 17 (41.5) 22 (53.7) C. Engages in practices that advance human rights and social and economic justice. 4 (9.8) 15 (36.6) 22 (53.7) COMPETENCY #6 Engage in research-informed practice and practice-informed research. Mid-Year Final <.001 A. Is familiar with a variety of research methods. 2 (4.8) 19 (45.2) 21 (50.0) B. Critically evaluates and applies research evidence to inform practice. 2 (4.8) 16 (38.1) 24 (57.1) C. Uses practice experience to inform scientific inquiry. 3 (7.7) 15 (38.5) 21 (53.8) COMPETENCY #7 Apply knowledge of human behavior and the social environment. Mid-Year Final <.001 A. Utilizes conceptual frameworks to guide the process of assessment, intervention, and evaluation. 2 (4.8) 15 (35.7) 25 (59.5) B. Critiques and applies knowledge of theoretical frameworks to understand person and environment and their reciprocal interactions (which is how they impact each other). 3 (7.1) 15 (35.7) 24 (57.1) 4

5 COMPETENCY #8 Engage in policy practice to advance social and economic well-being and to deliver effective social work services. Mid-Year Final <.001 A. Identifies the role of policy in service delivery and its impact on the social welfare delivery system. 4 (9.8) 15 (36.6) 22 (53.7) B. Identifies the role of practice in policy development. 6 (14.6) 9 (22.0) 26 (63.4) C. Engages and advocates in policy practice for effective policy actions that advance social well-being. 3 (7.7) 15 (38.5) 21 (53.8) D. Recognizes the importance of collaboration with colleagues and clients for effective policy action. 2 (4.8) 14 (33.3) 26 (61.9) COMPETENCY #9 Respond to emerging environmental contexts that shape practice. Mid-Year Final <.001 A. Understands and responds to ongoing emerging societal trends and scientific and technological developments. 3 (7.1) 16 (38.1) 23 (54.8) B. Analyzes and evaluates agency s response to changes and needs of the community. 3 (7.3) 12 (29.3) 26 (63.4) C. Demonstrates an ability to identify and appraise existing services and resources. 0 (0.0) 14 (34.1) 27 (65.9) D. Provides suggestions for change in service delivery and practice based on contextual analysis. 2 (5.1) 12 (30.8) 25 (64.1) COMPETENCY #10 Engage, assess, intervene, and evaluate with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. 10A Engagement Skills Mid-Year Final <.001 A. Develops a collaborative working relationship with client systems of all sizes. 1 (2.4) 4 (9.5) 37 (88.1) B. Demonstrates use of empathy and active listening skills. 0 (0.0) 4 (9.5) 38 (90.5) C. Is aware of how perceived by clients and is able to modify behavior as indicated by client response. 0 (0.0) 6 (14.3) 36 (85.7) D. Demonstrates ability to develop trusting working relationships with clients. 0 (0.0) 4 (10.0) 36 (90.0) 5

6 COMPETENCY #10 CONTINUED 10B Assessment Skills Mid-Year Final <.001 A. Assesses client systems and conducts assessments, including strengths, risk factors, and cultural considerations. 2 (4.9) 13 (31.7) 26 (63.4) B. Is able to organize key content areas, including basic summary and interpretation of client data. 2 (4.9) 13 (31.7) 26 (63.4) C. Develops mutually agree upon goals/outcomes. 1 (2.4) 11 (26.8) 29 (70.7) D. Selects appropriate intervention strategies based on assessment. 1 (2.4) 12 (29.3) 28 (68.3) 10C Intervention Skills. Mid-Year Final <.001 A. Demonstrates ability to define client needs in behavioral and measurable terms that are realistic and attainable. 1 (2.4) 14 (33.3) 27 (64.3) B. Selects intervention strategy appropriate to client goals, including prevention as indicated. 1 (2.4) 12 (28.6) 29 (69.0) C. Implements intervention strategy to attain client goals and initiatives. 1 (2.4) 10 (23.8) 31 (73.8) D. Advocates for clients and works collaboratively with available resources. 0 (0.0) 8 (19.0) 24 (81.0) E. Facilitates transitions and endings. 1 (2.4) 10 (23.8) 31 (73.8) 10D Evaluation Skills Mid-Year Final < Critically analyzes, monitors, and evaluates interventions. 0 (0.0) 15 (36.6) 26 (63.4) 2. Utilizes evaluation data to revise interventions. 2 (4.9) 17 (41.5) 22 (53.7) 3. Is able to end client relationships appropriately and evaluate need for further resources when needed. 0 (0.0) 15 (36.6) 26 (63.4) 6