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MSW Advanced Year -Student Learning Agreement Walden University -- Barbara Solomon School of Social Work and Human Services --Social Work Program Used with SOCW 6520 and SOCW 6530 Agency Name: [Type here] Agency Address: « AddressBlock » Student Information Instructor/Supervisor Information Faculty Liaison Information Agency Info Name: Kiayis S. Hinton Walden Email: Kiayis.Hinton@waldenu.ed u Phone: 727-667-4286 Name: Dr. Brittany Peters, LCSW, MCAP, QS Email: info@leadclinically.com Phone: 850-339-3360 Name: Center for Wellness & Clinical Development, LLC Email: info@leadclinically.com Phone: 850-339-3360 Description: Center for Wellness & Clinical Development, LLC., responds to the mental health needs of the community through providing culturally competent services to members of the community and training to the therapists who serve the community Academic Term Winter 2023 Course Number SOCW 6520 Population Served: Tampa Bay Area (FL.) - serving 3,400 people; per yr. Proposed Schedule: Service Day(s) Scheduled Hours Supervisor Revised January 2023-nmc

Describe what your regular tasks will be at the agency: Importance of the Learning Agreement Purpose of the Learning Agreement : The learning agreement is designed to ensure students are mindful about the learning expectations in their field placement. It was developed to help students and supervisors/instructors plan a well-rounded experience that will help students meet the learning objectives. Learning Objectives: The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) requires students gain competency in nine areas of social work practice. These areas of practice are defined as core competencies of the profession. Each core competency requires particular behaviors students should be able to engage and gain competency in. Students should provide examples of activities in the agency they can participate in to help them meet the learning objectives. Some examples of activities are provided. This is not an exhaustive list, so others can be added. Students must have an opportunity to complete tasks in all nine areas of competency. Connection to the Student Evaluation : Not only is the learning agreement a helpful tool to plan the learning goals for the term, but it connects directly to the evaluation points in the student evaluation. Field Instructors/supervisors will be asked to complete student evaluations. Each student is evaluated on the nine core competencies of social work. Having a solid learning agreement aligns the learning goals with the student’s evaluation, so no areas are missed. Instructions Revised January 2023-nmc

Negotiating the Agreement: The learning agreement should be completed by week 3 at the agency. This is a collaborative process, where the field instructor/supervisor and student meet to establish goals for the term. The student will then submit the agreement to the faculty liaison for feedback and comments. Once everyone is happy with the agreement, all parties sign the agreement. During the evaluation session, toward the end of the quarter, the student and instructor/supervisor should meet to discuss progress and challenges with the plan and develop ways to adjust the learning for the remainder of the placement and the next quarter. Form Layout: Each page/grid is devoted to one of the nine Social Work Core Competencies . Students must have experience in all nine competencies. Section Descriptions: Expected Behaviors – the expected behaviors are those that are identified based on the concentration area. These behaviors should be demonstrated by students during the term of the field placement/internship. Agency Activities -These are examples of particular activities that students can do at the agency to demonstrate the expected behaviors. Most of these are general to all settings. However, if they don’t quite match, feel free to add/change these to fit with the context of your agency. Check all activities that apply. Field Course Assignments- These are a few examples of field course assignments that help reinforce the Social Work Core Competencies. Students will be required to complete all field course assignments. How to Complete the Form: a- By week 2, students should complete all student designated sections on the learning agreement and discuss it with their supervisor/instructor. b- By week 3, students should upload the learning agreement to Blackboard for the faculty liaison to review. (Only upload agreements that have been approved by your supervisor/instructor). c- After the faculty liaison reviews and signs the agreement, the student and instructor should sign it. d- After the agreement has been signed, the student will upload it to Meditrek. Learning Agreement Social Work Core Competency 1 – Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior Expected Behaviors – You will be evaluated on these at the end of the quarter Agency Activities to help you achieve the expected behaviors- Check ALL that apply AND add other activities specific to your agency. Field Course Assignments – Complete these in the course when assigned. a- Makes clinically appropriate decisions based on the NASW Code of Ethics, and other local, state, and federal legal statutes and regulations. b- Identifies and manages personal values to provide clinical service delivery, according to professional values and standards. Adhere to ethical standards outlined by the NASW and other social work organizations Discuss personal values in supervision when they conflict with the values of the profession and SOCW 6520 (Field III) Discussion Posts/Assignments Roles of Intern Ethics Model review Use of supervision, consultation Synchronous Meeting: Revised January 2023-nmc

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c-Incorporates professional behavior when engaging clients, families, colleagues, and other professionals. d- Evaluate the ethical and appropriate use technology to facilitate delivery of clinical social work services e-Integrates principles of supervision and consultation to guide professional judgment and behavior. f-Demonstrates professional development by identifying the specialized skills and knowledge needed to practice clinical social work. adjust practice as needed. Recognize personal triggers that could impede effectiveness with clients. Discuss those triggers with your supervisor. Discuss case scenarios with my supervisor and faculty liaison that require ethical reasoning. Seek guidance when you experience and ethical dilemma. Maintain professional boundaries with clients and others and discuss and potential boundary challenges in supervision. Use professional communication and interaction with clients, colleagues, and others. Recognize your professional responsibility to the client, the profession, and the agency. Adhere to agency polices about technology and record keeping. Discuss with your supervisor any potential ethical challenges that may arise because of the use of technology. Add other activities here: Discussion of Expectations in professional settings (face to face and virtual) Licensure requirements Safety Use of supervision Goal Development 6530 (Field IV) Discussion and Assignments: Process Recordings Review of ethical engagement Synchronous Meeting: Review of Ethical/Professional documentation For Student: After reviewing the Agency Activities and Field Course Assignments, describe how these expectations and activities will help you increase competence in ethical and professional behavior. For example, how will you use your strengths, improve knowledge, develop skills, and address any areas you need to improve as a professional (be specific)? For Student: Write two goals that you want to achieve to help you develop as a professional social worker (these goals should address areas of growth and professional development). Revised January 2023-nmc

For Student: Write down any questions you have for your instructor/supervisor or faculty liaison: Instructor/Supervisor’s Feedback for Evaluation: (To be completed during evaluation). Social Work Core Competency 2 – Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice Expected Behaviors – You will be evaluated on these at the end of the quarter Agency Activities to help you achieve the expected behaviors- Check ALL that apply AND add other activities specific to your agency. Field Course Assignments – Complete these in the course when assigned. a-Demonstrates cultural awareness by recognizing and integrating diverse populations’ varying values, culture, norms, and beliefs throughout the therapeutic process. b-Demonstrates cultural humility by managing personal biases when partnering with clients. c- Communicates in a culturally responsive way recognizing various community structures, norms, and values. Practice with those who are different from you based on age, SES, color, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, etc. Discuss in supervision and in class the strengths of engaging diversity and the challenges you have when engaging difference. Engage in self-refection about personal biases related to client population and discuss with supervisor and be able to demonstrate that you can have a personal view and a professional view in practice. Develop a diversity/cultural competency plan that allows you to learn about the cultural needs of client groups and be culturally responsive when communicating with clients. Add other activities here: SOCW 6520 (Field III) Discussion Posts/Assignments Cultural Sensitivity Assignment Synchronous Meeting: Discussion Diversity, Equity, Inclusion 6530 (Field IV) Discussion and Assignments: Culturally Sensitive Language Theoretical Orientation Synchronous Meeting: Discussion Self-reflection on professional development For Student: After reviewing the Agency Activities and Field Course Assignments, describe how these will help you engage diversity and difference in practice. For example, how will you use your strengths, improve knowledge, develop skills, and address any areas you need to improve as a professional (be specific)? Revised January 2023-nmc

For Student: Write two goals that you want to achieve to engage diversity and difference in practice (these goals should address areas of growth and professional development). For Student: Write down any questions you have for your instructor/supervisor or faculty liaison: Instructor/Supervisor’s Feedback for Evaluation: (To be completed during the evaluation). Social Work Core Competency 3- Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice Expected Behaviors – You will be evaluated on these at the end of the quarter Agency Activities to help you achieve the expected behaviors- Check ALL that apply AND add other activities specific to your agency. Field Course Assignments – Complete these in the course when assigned. a-Examines the effects of oppression, discrimination, structural social inequality, and historical trauma on clients/constituents and their systems to guide intervention planning. b- Chooses social work clinical practices that promote human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice. Identify barriers clients face when accessing services at my agency or at other agencies and discuss during supervision. Develop a plan to learn about the effects of oppression, discrimination, inequality, and trauma on clients. Use evidence-based practices that consider the unique challenges clients have when faced with oppression, discrimination, social inequality, and historical trauma. Discuss with supervisor about how social, economic, and environmental factors affect client outcomes. Work with instructor/supervisor to engage advocacy for needs and services for clients. Collaborate with a local or national SOCW 6520 (Field III) Discussion Posts/Assignments Social Policy Assignment Career path and options for advocacy Synchronous Meeting: Policy Worksheet 6530 (Field IV) Discussion and Assignments: Policy Readings Revised January 2023-nmc

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organization that advocates for your population. Add other activities here: For Student: After reviewing the Agency Activities and Field Course Assignments, describe how these will help you advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice. For example, how will you use your strengths, improve knowledge, develop skills, and address any areas you need to improve as a professional (be specific)? For Student: Write two goals that you want to achieve to help you advance human rights and justice (these goals should address areas of growth and professional development). For Student: Write down any questions you have for your instructor/supervisor or faculty liaison: Instructor/Supervisor’s Feedback for Evaluation: (To be completed during the evaluation) Social Work Core Competency 4 – Engage in Practice-Informed Research and Research-Informed Practice Expected Behaviors – You will be evaluated on these at the end of the quarter Agency Activities to help you achieve the expected behaviors- Check ALL that apply AND add other activities specific to your agency. Field Course Assignments – Complete these in the course when assigned. a-. Critically evaluates evidence based and “best practice” treatment interventions b- Develops clinical intervention plans based on the best available research and “best practices”. Research the evidence-based treatment interventions associated with the context of your agency. Use critical thinking to evaluate the benefits and challenges of the evidence-based interventions used with clients. Discuss your ideas with your supervisor. Develop treatment plans for clients that are evidence-based. Add other activities here: SOCW 6520 (Field III) Discussion Posts/Assignments Learning Agreement goals Scope of Practice Safety Planning Synchronous Meeting: Use of self-discussion of skills/techniques in engagement, modeling in meeting Safety discussion 6530 (Field IV) Discussion and Assignments: Developing Professional language Revised January 2023-nmc

Process Recordings Synchronous Meeting: Review of engagement skills and techniques For Student: After reviewing the Agency Activities and Field Course Assignments, describe how these will help you engage in practice-informed research and research-informed practice. For example, how will you use your strengths, improve knowledge, develop skills, and address any areas you need to improve as a professional (be specific)? For Student: Write two goals that you want to achieve to help you improve use research in your practice justice (these goals should address areas of growth and professional development). For Student: Write down any questions you have for your instructor/supervisor or faculty liaison: Instructor/Supervisor’s Feedback for Evaluation: (To be completed during evaluation). Social Work Core Competency- 5- Engage in Policy Practice Expected Behaviors – You will be evaluated on these at the end of the quarter Agency Activities to help you achieve the expected behaviors- Check ALL that apply AND add other activities specific to your agency. Field Course Assignments – Complete these in the course when assigned. a- Critically evaluates and creates awareness about agency and/or government policies and regulations that impact the well-being of clients. b- Applies critical thinking to analyze, formulate, and advocate for policies that support the needs of clients who present for clinical services Consider policies that affect the lives of your clients and discuss those challenges with your supervisor. Use critical thinking to examine the negative impact of policies on clients and advocate when needed. SOCW 6520 (Field III) Discussion Posts/Assignments Social Policy Assignment Synchronous Meeting: Review policy worksheet Revised January 2023-nmc

Explore how social problems are connected to social policy. Explore how agency funding is connected to policy. Add other activities here: 6530 (Field IV) Discussion and Assignments: Process Recordings Case Presentation Synchronous Meeting: A gency Funding and Policy Implication Assignment For Student: After reviewing the Agency Activities and Field Course Assignments, describe how these will help you engage in policy practice. For example, how will you use your strengths, improve knowledge, develop skills, and address any areas you need to improve as a professional (be specific)? For Student: Write two goals that you want to achieve to engage in policy practice (these goals should address areas of growth and professional development). For Student: Write down any questions you have for your instructor/supervisor or faculty liaison: Instructor/Supervisor’s Feedback for Evaluation: (To be completed during evaluation) Social Work Core Competency 6- Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Expected Behaviors – You will be evaluated on these at the end of the quarter Agency Activities to help you achieve the expected behaviors – Check ALL that apply AND add other activities specific to your agency. Field Course Assignments – Complete these in the course when assigned. Revised January 2023-nmc

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Individuals Uses empathy, reflection, and interpersonal skills to engage diverse clients in the therapeutic process. Families Uses empathy, reflection, interpersonal skills, and knowledge of human behavior and the social environment and family systems to engage with families. Groups a-Uses empathy, reflection, interpersonal skills, and knowledge of group dynamics to engage group members in the group process. b- Engages with inter-professional teams and stakeholders associated with clients' care. Organizations Engages with organizations that provide services, support, advocacy, and resources to support to clients. Communities Identifies and actively participates in opportunities to communicate with community leaders and members about community service gaps for clients. Show care, empathy, and genuineness with clients to initiate therapeutic relationships. Use a strengths-based approach when engaging with individuals, groups, and families. Use active listening and other engagement skills. Consult with organizations to assist with client needs. ☐ Engage in professional communication in interprofessional team meetings from the social work perspective. Connect and work with community organizations that provide services related to the clients you serve. Add other engagement activities: SOCW 6520 (Field III) Discussion Posts/Assignments Cultural Sensitivity Worksheet Synchronous Meeting: Discussion on empathy and respectful engagement 6530 (Field IV) Discussion and Assignments: Process Recordings Case presentation (reflection and feedback) Advance Practice Skills checklist Theoretical Orientation Review Synchronous Meeting: Review of engagement skills and techniques For Student: After reviewing the Agency Activities and Field Course Assignments, describe how you will engage with the following target systems in the context of your agency: Individuals: Families: Groups: Communities: Organizations: For Student: Write two goals that you want to achieve to help you develop your engagement skills (these goals should address areas of growth and professional development). Revised January 2023-nmc

For Student: Write down any questions you have for your instructor/supervisor or faculty liaison: Instructor/Supervisor’s Feedback for Evaluation: (To be completed during the evaluation) Social Work Core Competency 7- Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Expected Behaviors – You will be evaluated on these at the end of the quarter Agency Activities to help you achieve the expected behaviors- Check ALL that apply AND add other activities specific to your agency. Field Course Assignments – Complete these in the course when assigned. Individuals a - Conducts clinical assessments that provide information about the biopsychosocial-spiritual needs of clients. b- Uses critical thinking to apply the strengths perspective and theories of human behavior and the social environment when analyzing and interpreting assessment information in a clinical setting. c- Develops mutually agreed-upon evidence- based therapeutic interventions that consider culture, values, and safety. Families a- Conducts family assessments to understand family roles, functioning, relationships, resources, and support needs. b- Uses critical thinking to apply theories of family systems when analyzing and interpreting family functioning, support, and dynamics. Utilize agency appropriate forms, tools, and processes to complete clinical assessments. Utilize developmentally, and strengths-based approaches to assessment. Assist clients in developing mutually agreed upon goals and interventions to enhance well- being. Assess family functioning, relationships and support needs in the context of the agency’s practice. Work with groups to assess needs and to inform group intervention goals and treatment strategies. Assess ways you can participate in inter- professional and supervision meetings from the SOCW 6520 (Field III) Discussion Posts/Assignments Use of self in engagement Assessment Summary Synchronous Meeting: Theoretical Orientation Skills review 6530 (Field IV) Discussion and Assignments: Process Recordings Risk Assessment Theoretical orientation review Synchronous Meeting: Utilization purpose of assessment Revised January 2023-nmc

Groups a-Identifies the professional social work role in inter-professional and supervision group meetings and assesses how that role contributes to the group's purpose. b- Assesses the functioning and needs of professional and/or patient focused groups, and considers the best intervention strategies, based on professional knowledge and ethics. Organizations a-Assesses how the agency’s mission, structure, vision, connect to client outcomes. b- Uses critical thinking to consider the strengths and limitations of therapeutic services provided to clients. Communities a- Develops knowledge about community resources, resources, governance, political climate, and initiatives to support mental health b- Uses critical thinking to consider the strengths and limitations of the community and how those impact the functioning of clients social work perspective. Assess how other organizations assist with client needs and where there may be gaps in services. Assess the role the community plays in providing services for your clients (financial, legislative, representative, etc.) Discuss your findings with your supervisor. Add other assessment activities: . For Student: After reviewing the Agency Activities and Field Course Assignments, describe how you will assess the following target systems in the context of your agency: Individuals: Families: Groups: Organizations: Communities: For Student: Write two goals that you want to achieve to help you develop your assessment skills (these goals should address areas of growth and professional development). For Student: Write down any questions you have for your instructor/supervisor or faculty liaison: Revised January 2023-nmc

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Instructor/Supervisor’s Feedback for Evaluation: (To be completed during supervision) Social Work Core Competency 8- Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Communities, and Organizations Expected Behaviors – You will be evaluated on these at the end of the quarter Agency Activities to help you achieve the expected behaviors- Check ALL that apply AND add other activities specific to your agency. Field Course Assignments – Complete these in the course when assigned. Individuals a-Implements therapeutic interventions based on the strengths perspective, biopsychosocial needs, and current theories appropriate for the setting and client needs. b- Utilizes appropriate resources and services for clients. c- Promotes effective transitions and endings that incorporate mutually agreed-upon goals. Families a-Implements family interventions based on the strengths perspective, family culture, family systems theory, and evidence-based practice. b- Utilizes appropriate resources, services, and interventions for families. Groups Uses professional ethics, knowledge, and evidence-based interventions in groups. Use agency-appropriate and developmentally- appropriate intervention strategies and techniques. Use relevant prevention strategies with individuals, families, and groups. Explore various evidence-based interventions and discuss those with your supervisor. Intervene with families using appropriate family theories. Explore and utilizes resources to provide holistic care. Talk with supervisor about planning for termination or transitions with clients. Consults with supervisor about ways to be involved in service delivery improvement at the agency. ☐ Consults with supervisor about opportunities to be involved in advocacy. SOCW 6520 (Field III) Discussion Posts/Assignments Use of self in engagement Advance practice lens review Synchronous Meeting: Discussion of Theoretical Orientation 6530 (Field IV) Discussion and Assignments: Intervention efficacy (EBP) Intervention Planning Synchronous Meeting: Matching Intervention to client review Developing Treatment plan review Revised January 2023-nmc

Organizations Participates in opportunities to improve agency/organization service delivery that will support the needs of clients. Communities Explores and actively participates in opportunities to advocate for community services and support mental health services. Add other activities here: For Student: After reviewing the Agency Activities and Field Course Assignments, describe how you will intervene with all of the following target systems in the context of your agency: Individuals: Families: Groups: Organizations: Communities: For Student: Write two goals that you want to achieve to help you apply appropriate intervention strategies (these goals should address areas of growth and professional development). For Student: Write down any questions you have for your instructor/supervisor or faculty liaison: Instructor/Supervisor’s Feedback for Evaluation: (To be completed during evaluation) Social Work Core Competency 9- Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Expected Behaviors – You will be evaluated on Agency Activities to help you achieve the Field Course Assignments – Complete these in Revised January 2023-nmc

these at the end of the quarter expected behaviors- Check ALL that apply AND add other activities specific to your agency. the course when assigned. Individuals Evaluates the effectiveness of therapeutic intervention strategies for with individuals Utilizes evaluation data to inform new intervention strategies. Families Evaluates the effectiveness of intervention strategies used to improve family functioning and support. Utilizes evaluation data to inform new intervention strategies and resources. Groups Evaluates the effectiveness of group related processes. Utilizes evaluation data to inform future group processes. Organizations Evaluates the effectiveness of social services and intervention strategies provided by agencies to support clients. Utilizes evaluation data to inform advocacy initiatives to improve services. Communities Evaluates the effectiveness of community services and resources for clients and their families. Utilizes evaluation data to inform advocacy initiatives Considers the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions and makes changes to treatment plans as needed. Consults with supervisor about treatment plan outcomes to consider potential alternatives. Evaluate the effectiveness of social services provided organizations and communities and advocate where needed. Meet with clients to assess the progress of their goals and make changes in treatment plans as necessary. Participate in data collection, needs assessments, and other research efforts to inform advocacy or awareness initiatives. Add other activities here: SOCW 6520 (Field III) Discussion Posts/Assignments Self-evaluation Case presentation Learning Agreement Synchronous Meeting: Use of self- and self-care 6530 (Field IV) Discussion and Assignments: Process Recordings Review of ethical engagement Learning Agreement Synchronous Meeting: Termination (clients, colleagues, supervisor) Self-reflection and assessment For Student: After reviewing the Agency Activities and Field Course Assignments, describe how you will evaluate with all of the following target systems in the context of your agency: Revised January 2023-nmc

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Individuals: Families: Groups: Organizations: Communities: For Students: Write two goals that you want to achieve to help you understand how to evaluate clients and other systems (these goals should address areas of growth and professional development). For Students: Write down any questions you have for your instructor/supervisor or faculty liaison: Instructor/Supervisor’s Feedback for Evaluation: (To be completed during evaluation) Signature Page Revised January 2023-nmc

The Field Office accepts e-signatures, so feel free to type in your full name and email as your official signature. Revised January 2023-nmc X Student's Signature X Printed Name X Date X Faculty Liaison's Signature X Printed Name X Date X Field Instructor's Signature X Printed Name X Date

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