What does a leader do when things do not go as planned? How can a leader help to restore or improve an organizations operations when a situation stalls or interferes with its functions? Although taking a proactive approach to planning is desired, change may occur suddenly and unexpectedly causing immediate consequences. A skilled leader must be able to assess a situation in order to prioritize the steps necessary to stabilize the organization. This process must focus on a short-term strategy to address immediate concerns and include strategic decisions that will affect the long-term sustainability of the organization. For this Discussion, you address the Southeast Planning Group (SPG) case study in the Social Work Case Studies: Concentration Year text. Post an analysis of the change that took place in the SPG. Furthermore, suggest one strategy that might improve the organizational climate and return the organization to optimal functioning. Provide support for your suggested strategy, explaining why it would be effective. Support your post with specific references to the resources. Be sure to provide full APA citations for your references. Plummer, ., Makris, S., & Brocksen, S. M. (Eds.). (2014b). Social work case studies: Concentration year. Baltimore, MD: Laureate International Universities Publishing [Vital Source e-reader]. Social Work Supervision, Leadership, and Administration: The Southeast Planning Group (pp. 8586) Lauffer, A. (2011). Understanding your social agency (3rd ed.). Washington, DC: Sage. Chapter 10, Agency Structure and Change (pp. 324352) Northouse, P. G. (2021). Introduction to leadership: Concepts and practice (5th ed.). Washington, DC: Sage. Chapter 7, Creating a Vision (pp. 161-208) Chapter 8, Establishing a Constructive Climate (pp. 182-208) Chapter 10, Listening to Out-Group Members (pp. 252-275)Show more
