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ISWK-2315EL-12 ‒ FINAL EXAM Page 1 of 5 STUDENT NAME: Vanessa O’Neill Part A. Definitions (4 marks each = 20) Define 5 of the following terms in your own words (2 marks) and discuss an example relevant to Indigenous social work practice (2 marks) 1. Countertransference: Countertransference is a reaction to transference, which is a client projecting their feelings or conflicts onto the counsellor. Countertransference is when a transfer of emotion is projected back onto the client. This can occur consciously or unconsciously. But it is important for the counsellor to become aware of it.  An example that is relevant to Indigenous Social work: An Indigenous client who goes to see a non- Indigenous counsellor, she reminds him of his foster mother who treated him very badly. He begins to project negative feelings onto the counsellor. This reaction then sparks a reaction from the counsellor who projects her own negative feelings towards the client. 2. Confidentiality: Confidentiality is a person’s right to privacy and ensures that the client’s information isn’t shared with anyone else. It can be explained by the statement: “whatever is said in this room, does not leave this room.”  An example of this is when a client goes to participate in a healing circle, one of the rules of the healing circle, is that all stories that are shared at the healing circle stay at the healing circle and that every participant must agree to this before participating. 3. Boundaries: Boundaries are ethical lines that define the limits to behaviour and help to define what is expected within a helping relationship. A boundary is a restriction on when/where a type of behaviour is no longer serving the clients needs.  An example of boundaries would be an Indigenous counsellor who understands that self-disclosure can be very effective for building relationships

ISWK-2315EL-12 ‒ FINAL EXAM Page 2 of 5 but understands that it also needs to be done appropriately and it needs to be within the best interest of the client. Choosing to share her current relationship troubles may not actually be beneficial to the client and could create further harm. Creating that boundary of what to share can be beneficial to guide the counsellor’s choices. 4. Active listening: Active listening is the process of not only hearing what the client is saying but is also retain, responding and reflect back on the meaning behind what is being said. This is done to ensure that the listener is understanding the message the speaker is trying to convey.  An example of active listening is when a counsellor paraphrases back what the client has just said. This is done to provide the speaker with the opportunity to correct misunderstands and ensure that the listener fully understands and is listening to what the speaker says. 5. Genogram: A genogram is a tool used by social workers that maps out the relationships and patterns within a family. It can be a useful tool to understand and identify patterns of intergenerational trauma and how they interact.  An example of using a genogram is a counsellor suggests creating a genogram to visually represent family dynamics and to identify patterns that have been passed down in generations. Part B. Short Answer (5 marks each = 10) Complete 2 of the following 3 questions. 1. Discuss the difference between ‘law’ and ‘ethics’. Laws and ethics are different in that ethics are moral values and principles that guide a persons behaviour, while laws are enforceable rules set by the authorities. Regulations both at the federal, provincial, and local levels must be understood by social workers. These are legally enforceable rules issued by government agencies. Ethics are the moral principles that guide, control, or

ISWK-2315EL-12 ‒ FINAL EXAM Page 3 of 5 influence one's behaviour and actions. It can also be defined as guiding principles that prescribe what an individual ought to do and what he should avoid. It decides between what is right and wrong. Ethical dilemmas are often a result of situations where a person's ethics and the law are at odds. 2. Identify and briefly discuss the four basic principles that underlie an Indigenous approach to social work practice. The four principles of Indigenous Social Work are 1. Recognition of a distinct Indigenous worldview 2. Recognition of the impact of colonization 3. Recognition of cultural knowledge and traditions as an active component of sustaining Indigenous identity and collective consciousness 4. Empowerment as sustained through Indigenous participation and control of essential components of the model. Indigenous social work is guided by these four principles. The first principle is important because a single Indigenous culture does not exist. It is therefore imperative to acknowledge the Indigenous worldview as distinct and vastly different from the Western worldview. One size does not fit all approaches will not work, as the services provided need to meet the needs of those in need of the service. Every indigenous community has its own way of healing and helping within its community. Indigenous worldviews cannot all be consolidated into one concept. The Indigenous worldview is distinct and very different from Western viewpoints. There are specific principles, frameworks, and rules that guide social work within these communities. Accordingly, the second principle recognizes that colonization has had a continuing impact on indigenous people. Social services that are supposed to help people, end up not meeting the needs, or further damaging the Indigenous client by not recognizing and acknowledging the Indigenous worldview. Social services for Indigenous People recognize the importance of self-determination and consider the loss of culture due to colonialism a priority when looking for solutions to client problems.

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ISWK-2315EL-12 ‒ FINAL EXAM Page 4 of 5 The third principle focuses on reclaiming Indigenous cultures. During the process, the client is empowered and educated about the teachings of their ancestors, and they are connected to parts of themselves they were previously unaware of. The social work process is able to utilize culture as a means of healing and balancing parts of the individual's life that they may not have been aware they needed. Through this process, connections and relationships with their culture and community can be rebuilt, providing an opportunity to find strength in community and to heal within their sense of culture. In order to empower the people within the community, the fourth principle of empowerment is in place to ensure that they are able to take back the control over their lives and the services they receive. This promotes community growth and social change. It enables the community members to work together to develop solutions and services that strengthen and empower the community. Part C. Essay (20 marks) Complete 1 of the following 2 questions. 1. How does the Anishinaabe Medicine Wheel provide a framework to ensure balance, harmony, the emphasis of responsibilities, values, and ethical behavior for each of the Four Stages of Life: spiritual --- child (0 to 9), emotional --- youth (10 to 20), physical --- adult (21 to 40) and mental --- Elder (41+). The medicine wheel provides a framework for balance and harmony through each stage of life. Each direction of the medicine wheel corresponds with a different stage of life. East: The east represents the beginning of life, age 0-9. Life begins in the east, just as the sun rises in the east, signaling the start of a new day. Our physical body is also symbolized by the east. To nurture and grow, a child must have his or her physical needs met. Babies and children are very vulnerable and require constant attention and care. Nurturing them is essential to their growth and development. Parents and guardians should take responsibility for this. In addition, teachings from the east remind us that all life is spirit (the wind, earth, fire, and water - all the things

ISWK-2315EL-12 ‒ FINAL EXAM Page 5 of 5 that are alive with energy and movement) and that it is important to honour that spirit. South youth 10- 20: Youth are at a stage in life where they are no longer children and are not quite adults. This is a time of growth and the beginning of knowledge. It is a time of learning and represents the mental development of self. This is a time to nurture the spirituality that we had as children but also be open to learning and growing and making mistakes. It is a time for adventure and also for guidance. For knowing that we are just starting out on our journey and we need the guidance of those that went before us. In the transition to the next stage of life, youth become more accountable and begin to plan their lives - whether it's to become parents, have a career, etc. West: adult 21-40: Just as the sun rises in the east, it sets in the west. This symbolizes the end of childhood and the start of the night. This signifies the emotional aspect of our lives. We now have the information and experiences needed for self- reflection, and introspection. We feel the emotions we have and release all that is not good for us as we prepare for the next stage of life. North : elder 41+: This stage is the preparation from this life back to the spiritual world. It is the stage of giving to others and sharing your wisdom. It is the time for healing and acceptance. It is about creating a balance in life, using your wisdom to pass down to others, many in the south stage of life. It teaches us that we have a responsibility not only to ourselves but to the world and people around us. Everything is connected and its up to those in the north stage of life to pass on their wisdom to keep the connections strong.

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