Field Education Reflections

Field Education Reflections Three times during your practicum, you will write a Reflective Journal entry about your experiences. You want to give a brief look at the tasks that you performed, the skills you are developing, the professional knowledge you are gaining, the theories applied, ethical applications and decision making and self-reflective practices. List some tasks that you performed as well. Complete your Reflective Journal Entry on this template and submit it to the assigned forum in this course’s Discussion board (note, reflections are private and can only be reviewed by your faculty / liaison). To start: Provide a quick summary of your learning and professional development. Consider tasks performed, skills developed, theories applied, knowledge gained and ethical practices (see glossary posted on SLATE). Skill Development: One of the primary skills I developed during this practicum was the ability to work efficiently and effectively. While working with community care closet, I learned to prioritize tasks, manage my time, and maintain attention to detail while packaging and distributing care packages. Professional Knowledge Gain: I gained valuable knowledge about the importance of community-based initiatives in addressing poverty, inequality, and social injustice and was able to relate to my learning. Additionally, during communication I ensure not to violate individuals’ confidentiality with written and electronic documentation. Theories Applied: During this practicum, I applied various social work theories, including the anti-oppressive practice theory during group facilitation. I recognized the importance of acknowledging and addressing systemic injustices, cultural awareness and Anti Trauma informed practice. Ethical Application and Decision-Making: I was mindful of the ethical principles guiding social work practice. When faced with decisions about care package distribution, I considered the potential impact on individuals and communities, ensuring that my actions were fair, equitable, and respectful. Self-Reflective Practices: Throughout this practicum, I engaged in regular self-reflection, examining my thoughts, feelings, and actions. I recognized areas for personal growth and development. By engaging in self-reflection, I was able to refine my practice, ensuring that I provided better quality services to individuals and communities as time elapsed. Skills learned: Task (1) - Packing and distributing care packages to those in need. Task (2) - Group facilitation. Task (3) - Managing emails. In conclusion, my practicum experience so far has been invaluable in helping me develop knowledge, skills, and values necessary for effective social work practice. I am grateful for the opportunity to have worked with this Agency and feel that I have made a positive impact in the wider community. Then choose one (1) Journal Prompt to further reflect (choose a different prompt for each reflection. You will have responded to three (3) different journal prompts by the end of the term): Task (1) Packing and distributing care packages to those in need This experience taught me the importance of attention to detail, efficiency, and effectiveness in service delivery. I also had the opportunity to interact with community members, which helped me develop my communication skills and practice empathy and understanding. I learned to work efficiently, manage resources, and prioritize tasks. Task (2) Group facilitation Group facilitation was another key task that helped me develop my interpersonal and leadership skills. I successfully facilitated an event for the Community Care Closet from start to finish, connecting with donors, outreach, marketing for the event and hosting. This experience taught me the importance of clear communication, active listening, and conflict resolution. Group facilitation required me to apply the principles of social learning theory. I encouraged group members to share their experiences and learn from one another. Also, group facilitation required me to ensure that all group members felt respected, heard, and valued. I promoted a safe and inclusive environment, free from discrimination and oppression. Task (3) Managing emails Managing emails was an essential task that helped me develop my administrative skills. I learned to prioritize emails, respond promptly, and maintain confidentiality. This task also helped me de...