Jason Jackson is 15 years old. His father Albert Jackson migrated to the United States 3 years ago. He used to be in contact with him regularly, but for the past 6 months, he has not heard from him. Jason has an older sister, Jessica Jackson, who lives in Canada. She is 27 years old. They are in contact and have a good relationship. Two months ago, his mother Marcia Brown passed away. The landlord has allowed him to continue living on the premises. Neighbours have been assisting him with food and lunch money and on Saturday’s Jason works at a mechanic shop to help with personal expenses. He is a Christian and enjoys attending church. He has a good relationship with members at his church and neighbours in his community. He has continued attending school and is getting good grades at school. However, he is basically living on his own. The guidance counsellor at school found out that he is living on his own. The matter was brought to the attention of the Child Protection and Family Services Agency. Jason is fearful of being placed in a children’s home and is disappointed that his father has not kept in contact recently. You are a social worker with Child Protection and Family Services Agency and have been assigned the case. Critically examine the case and identify the client’s concern(s) or need(s)

Ciccarelli: Psychology_5 (5th Edition)

5th Edition

ISBN:9780134477961

Author:Saundra K. Ciccarelli, J. Noland White

Publisher:Saundra K. Ciccarelli, J. Noland White

Chapter1: The Science Of Psychology

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Jason Jackson is 15 years old. His father Albert Jackson migrated to the United States 3 years ago. He used to be in contact with him regularly, but for the past 6 months, he has not heard from him. Jason has an older sister, Jessica Jackson, who lives in Canada. She is 27 years old. They are in contact and have a good relationship. Two months ago, his mother Marcia Brown passed away. The landlord has allowed him to continue living on the premises. Neighbours have been assisting him with food and lunch money and on Saturday’s Jason works at a mechanic shop to help with personal expenses. He is a Christian and enjoys attending church. He has a good relationship with members at his church and neighbours in his community. He has continued attending school and is getting good grades at school. However, he is basically living on his own. The guidance counsellor at school found out that he is living on his own. The matter was brought to the attention of the Child Protection and Family Services Agency. Jason is fearful of being placed in a children’s home and is disappointed that his father has not kept in contact recently. You are a social worker with Child Protection and Family Services Agency and have been assigned the case. Critically examine the case and identify the client’s concern(s) or need(s)

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